Maintenance Repairman 1

Slippery Rock University; Slippery Rock (Butler County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans (ARP/SERS)

Tuition benefits

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Slippery Rock University seeks a Maintenance Repairman 1 to perform semi-skilled maintenance across building, electrical and mechanical trades. Responsibilities include assisting with HVAC, plumbing, welding, and equipment repairs while following safety protocols and supervision.

The role requires the ability to lift heavy objects, tolerate adverse conditions, and work a daytime to possible evening shift. Two years’ general maintenance experience or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and practices used in at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved.
• Ability to use and maintain the tools and equipment of the trades involved.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects and to work under adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Opens blocked drains, assists HVAC staff with installation of pipes as needed.
• Assists with general fabrication and repairs involving welding, brazing or soldering.
• Assists trades and HVAC staff with maintenance and repairs, including pumps, motors, fans, and related equipment.
• Lubricates, adjusts and maintains electrical motors and pumps.
• Assists with cleaning and maintaining air intake screens and exhausts.
• Support Maintenance Repairman 2’s with preventative maintenance of campus HVAC equipment.
• Performs minor repairs and adjustments to laundry and custodial equipment.

Skills

building trades

electrical trades

mechanical trades

safety awareness

mechanical aptitude

following instructions

lifting heavy objects

adverse weather readiness

Job description

The recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police), Act 151 (Child Abuse) and the Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Benefits:
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:
Medical, prescription drug, and supplemental benefits.
Generous retirement plans, two options:
Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP)
State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS)
Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
Paid time off (holidays, sick leave, annual leave, personal leave).
Employer-paid life insurance.
Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.
*Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit.

Posting Number

Posting Number N01225

Classification Title

Classification Title Maintenance Repairman 1

Working Title

Working Title Maintenance Repairman 1

Employee Group

Employee Group Staff

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit AFSCME

Location

Location Main Campus

Department

Department Facilities

Pay Rate

Pay Rate $36,831

Employment Type

Employment Type Regular FT

Work Schedule

During probationary period, position will work M-F, 8:00 am-4:00 pm. After probationary period, position may be required to work M-F, 4 pm-12 am during the Fall/Spring semesters and M-F, 8:00 am-4:00 pm during the summer.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

MAINTENANCE REPAIRMAN 1

DEFINITION : This is semi-skilled maintenance and repair work in the building, mechanical or electrical trades.

An employee in this class works in a variety of trades at the sub-journey level in the maintenance and repair of public buildings and equipment. Work involves minor repair jobs of a routine nature, which are carried out with only general supervision, or more advanced work assisting a journey level skilled tradesman or foreman in regular trades maintenance jobs. Supervision is received from a maintenance supervisor who assigns work, inspects work in progress, reviews reports, and inspects work upon completion.

EXAMPLES OF WORK :

Opens blocked drains, assists HVAC Mechanics or Technicians with installation of pipe as needed.

Assists with general fabrication & repairs that involve welding, brazing or soldering.

Assists trades & HVAC staff with maintenance and repairs as needed, to include pumps, motors, fan motors, fans, squirrel cages etc.

Lubricates, adjusts & maintains electrical motors and pumps.

Clean screens, such as air intakes, building exhaust and building fresh air intakes as needed.

Assist Maintenance Repairman 2’s with preventative maintenance of campus HVAC equipment.

Makes minor repairs and adjustments to laundry & custodial equipment, lubricates & cleans machinery as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES , SKILLS , AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and

practices used in at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved.

Ability to use and maintain the tools and equipment of the trades involved.

Ability to perform tasks requiring mechanical aptitude.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to lift and move heavy objects and to work under adverse weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING :

Two years of experience in general maintenance work which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades;

or

Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the Required

Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT :

Some agencies may require possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C Drivers License.
A successful interview and passing a criminal background check required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with diverse populations is preferred.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/25/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Exec. Director Campus Climate, Culture, and Compliance
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2070

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess a valid and current driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to work nights, weekends and/or holidays?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you willing to work overtime?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have two years experience in general maintenance work which has involved at least two of the building, mechanical, or electric trades.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have an equivalent combination of experience and training that affords you with the Required Knowledge, skills and Abilities?

  (Open Ended Question)