Maintenance Technician II

SPU Seattle Pacific University; United States; On-site; USD 84,034,000 - 95,054,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA/HRA contributions

Retirement with immediate vesting

Tuition discount program

Job summary

Seattle Pacific University is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to support day‑to‑day campus facilities operations, including preventive maintenance, repairs, event support, and responsive customer service. This in‑person role is based on SPU’s Seattle campus and involves collaboration with Facilities staff to ensure safe and reliable operations.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of building maintenance experience, strong problem‑solving, and a focus on safety, customer service, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in building maintenance, facilities operations, or related field.
• Demonstrated reliability, good judgment, and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to operate a university service vehicle.
• Ability to perform physical work including lifting, climbing, and working in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs in academic, residential, and administrative buildings.
• Respond to work orders and service requests in a timely and customer-focused manner.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and assist in maintaining safe and functional facilities.
• Support campus events and special projects as needed.
• Collaborate with Facilities team to support efficient building operations.
• On-call rotation to respond to urgent maintenance outside normal hours.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Troubleshoot maintenance issues

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Good driving record

Education

High school diploma or GED

Three years of building maintenance experience

Washington State Driver's License

Asbestos Worker Certification (16-hour)

Lead Renovator Certification (8-hour)

Job description

Who We Are

Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community.

Facility & Project Management supports the university's mission by maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests. Our team plays an essential role in supporting daily campus operations, residential life, academic programs, and major university events through skilled maintenance, responsive service, and a commitment to excellence. The Facilities Maintenance Technician position supports Seattle Pacific University’s mission by contributing to a Christ-centered learning and working community committed to academic excellence, service, and engagement with the world. In this role, the employee brings their skills, gifts, and professional expertise to work that matters—serving students, colleagues, and the broader University community in ways that reflect SPU’s values and purpose. To that end, all University employees are required to be aligned with and supportive of SPU's Statement of Faith and its derivative policies and lifestyle expectations.

What We Need

Seattle Pacific University is seeking a Maintenance Technician II (two positions available) to support the day‑to‑day operation of campus facilities through preventive maintenance, repairs, event support, and responsive customer service. This position works across academic, residential, and administrative buildings, helping maintain safe and reliable campus operations. The Maintenance Technician II collaborates closely with other Facilities staff to complete maintenance projects, respond to service requests, support campus events, and assist with emergency operations when needed. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, customer-focused, and enjoys hands‑on work in a team‑oriented environment. This is an in-person position located on SPU’s Seattle campus.

What You’ll Do

General Maintenance & Campus Support

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs in academic, residential, and administrative buildings
• Respond to work orders and service requests in a timely and customer-focused manner
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and assist in maintaining safe and functional facilities
• Support seasonal campus activities and special projects as needed
• Collaborate with Facilities team members to support efficient building operations

Equipment, Safety & Teamwork

• Safely operate and maintain tools, equipment, and materials used in facilities maintenance
• Inspect work areas and ensure compliance with safety standards and applicable codes
• Participate in cross-training opportunities to support multiple maintenance disciplines, including carpentry, electrical systems, doors, hardware, and general repairs
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment

Event Support

• Assist with campus event setup and support activities
• Transport furniture, equipment, and event materials to designated locations
• Support setup and tear‑down activities for major university events, including orientation, commencement, and other campus programs
• Coordinate with campus partners to ensure successful event execution

On-Call & Essential Operations

• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule (approximately seven weeks per year) to respond to urgent maintenance issues outside normal business hours
• Assist with emergency maintenance needs and campus operations during inclement weather or emergency closures
• Support a variety of maintenance activities during on-call assignments with guidance from supervisors and team members

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of three years of experience in building maintenance, construction, facilities operations, or a related field
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and follow written and verbal instructions
• Demonstrated reliability, good judgment, and commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Ability to operate a university service vehicle
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, carrying, climbing ladders, working at heights, and working in indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work in confined spaces and access building systems as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Education or training in facilities maintenance, construction, building systems, or a related trade
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints
• Knowledge of building, plumbing, electrical, and fire codes
• Experience working in a college, university, healthcare, hospitality, or other institutional environment
• Washington State Driver's License
• Ability to obtain and maintain a 16-hour Asbestos Worker Certification (training provided as needed)
• Ability to obtain and maintain an 8-hour Lead Renovator Certification (training provided as needed)

Mission Alignment

• A personal commitment to Christian faith; enthusiasm for supporting SPU's mission; alignment with the University's Statement of Faith; and willingness to uphold the lifestyle standards of our Christian community

Compensation & Position Details

Salary Range: $29.32-$33.15 per hour, depending on experience. Status: Full-time, two positions available. Department: Facility Services. Location: Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, WA (on-campus position).

Benefits

• SPU pays employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• SPU provides HSA/HRA contributions
• SPU contributes 7% to a retirement account with immediate vesting (as eligible)
• SPU offers a tuition discount program for employees and qualified dependents

All Facilities employees are designated as essential personnel and may be required to work during university closures related to inclement weather or emergency situations.

Seattle Pacific University provides reasonable accommodation to applicants. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the application or hiring process please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone], or email [e-mail]. Notification must be given at least five (5) working days before the accommodation is needed.

Founded in 1891, Seattle Pacific University has a long and distinguished history in Christian higher education. Located just minutes from downtown Seattle, SPU seeks to be a premier Christian University fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community. Seattle Pacific University seeks applicants committed to its Christian mission. As part of our mission of cultural engagement, SPU is committed to building an excellent staff and faculty that reflects a broad range of talents, experiences and perspectives. Valuing the full array of God's created humanity is an ethos that is inseparable from our Christian faith. At SPU, we recognize this full human array as a basic feature of God's creation and a core theme of the gospel. At the heart of our mission-centered commitment is a desire to represent the breadth of God's kingdom more fully. We strive to become a workplace to recruit, develop, and retain faculty and staff who can embrace, value, and engage differences with humility and care. We invite you to join us on our journey by starting a career at SPU!

These statements are more than policies; they form the shared framework within which we pursue our mission as educators, scholars, staff, and colleagues. SPU is committed to helping all members of the SPU community provide for their own safety and security. Each year, in compliance with federal law, SPU publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This compliance document is available on the SPU website. A print version of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at the Office of Safety and Security at 601 West Emerson Street, Seattle, WA 98119, or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 206-281-2922. SPU’s report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as crime prevention, fire safety, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures, and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus. The report also contains information about reported crimes for the three previous calendar years that occurred on campus; in certain off‑campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SPU; and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. In addition, the report contains information about fires occurring in on‑campus student housing facilities during the three preceding calendar years. This information is required by law and is provided by the Seattle Pacific University Office of Safety and Security.