Maintenance Technician

Oklahoma-State-University; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

OSU-Oklahoma City is seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance worker to perform a range of building repair tasks under minimal supervision. You will handle construction, mechanical, electrical and plumbing duties, with attention to safety and quality in a campus setting.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and 1–2 years in general trades maintenance, plus a valid Oklahoma driver’s license. Strong documentation and communication skills are essential for campus-wide coordination.

Qualifications

• Education: High School/GED.
• Work Experience: One to two years’ experience in general trades maintenance associated with facilities or related field.
• License/Certifications: Must have a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough understanding of interior building construction; high attention to detail; ability to perform general maintenance repairs including HVAC, electrical and plumbing; familiarity with voltage meters, airflow, pressure testing devices; ability to follow safe work practices; strong documentation skills; independent and collaborative work capability; good communication with students, faculty, staff and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely operate power equipment.
• Assist in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing tasks including preventive maintenance and renovations.
• Perform HVAC preventive maintenance, including filter changes, scheduling, and campus ordering.
• Assist in construction and facilities-related maintenance, installation and projects.
• Help diagnose and repair all light fixtures on campus.
• Document all daily work including maintenance reports, service requests and parts.
• Assist with moving heavy equipment and office furniture.
• Support other departmental assignments as needed.
• Keep tools and work areas clean and in good condition.
• Follow safety practices and complete mandatory training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interior building construction

Attention to detail

General maintenance

HVAC basics

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Campus

OSU-Oklahoma City

Contact Name & Email

Kiel Pepper, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$15.52 - $16.14Hourly

About this Position

Works with minimal supervision to perform skilled duties related to facility operations. Duties include construction and general maintenance and repair of building components; mechanical, electrical, plumbing. May also include assistance with moving of furniture and equipment.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• High School/GED

Work Experience:

One to two years’ experience in general trades maintenance associated with facilities or related field.

License/Certifications:

Must have a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of interior building construction.
• High degree of attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Basic knowledge and ability to perform general maintenance repairs associated to construction, HVAC, electrical and plumbing.
• Knowledgeable with voltage meters, airflow, pressure and other common capacity testing devices.
• Ability to follow safe work practices, procedures and policies.
• Responsible for documentation of all work performed including maintenance operation reports, service requests and replacement needs.
• Works with minimal supervision and independently to perform duties of the department.
• Ability to be versatile and flexible in accomplishing multiple daily maintenance tasks while standing on ladders, lifts, and other raised or elevated surfaces, etc.
• Must be dependable, responsible and prompt.
• Demonstrated knowledge of office technologies including but not limited to: office computers, internet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate diplomatically, clearly, and effectively, both verbally and in writing to exchange information, give/receive instructions and respond to inquiries appropriately with all students, faculty, staff and community partners.
• High degree of initiative to work independently and also collaborate in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively convey messages through 2-way radio, text or email.
• Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.

Preferred Qualifications:

• More than two years’ experience in general trades maintenance associated with facilities or related field.
• Ability to assist, execute and exceed expectations associated with carpentry related repairs and/or installations, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Efficiently and safely operate power equipment.
2. Assist in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing; including preventative maintenance, construction and renovation projects.
3. Perform HVAC preventive maintenance, especially filter replacements, scheduling and ordering for the campus.
4. Assist in construction and facilities related maintenance, installation and projects.
5. Assist in performing in the diagnosis and repair all light fixtures on campus.
6. Responsible for documentation of all daily work performed including but not limited to maintenance operation reports, work order requests and replacement parts.
7. Assist with moving heavy equipment including office furniture / tables.
8. Assist with other assignments within the department.
9. Keep University tools, equipment and work areas clean, maintained and in good working condition.
10. Follows safe work practices and policies.
11. Completes all mandatory training and participates in a minimum of two professional development days each year.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Working Conditions:

• Indoor and outdoor working environment. May be occasionally exposed to extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to work nights and weekends when required.
• Dust and small debris falling from ceiling tiles while being removed.
• Work with chemicals; such as cleaners, solvents and grease.
• Must present a clean and professional uniform appearance while maintaining normal and acceptable standards of personal hygiene.
• Protective mask and other impervious Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required on all construction jobs as posted and as the situation dictates.

Physical Requirements:

• Extensive reaching, crawling / kneeling, standing / walking, bending / stooping, squatting / crouching, pushing / pulling and climbing. Repetitive movement of hand / wrist.
• Ability and flexibility to tilt head backwards for extended periods of time.
• Work on ladders with extensive use of arms overhead.
• Requires ability and adequate dexterity to carry ladders, operate power tools and equipment required for the job.
• Manual dexterity / visual ability to operate motor vehicles, scissor lifts and other motorized equipment.
• Physical and mental stamina to climb roof ladder accesses, working on top of buildings and on extended power lift platforms to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to lift/carry 45 pounds. If an object weighs more than 45 pounds, OSU-Oklahoma City requires this to be a two-person lift.

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.