Maintenance Technician N3

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness rewards

Retirement contributions

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College seeks a Maintenance Technician N3 to support campus buildings, grounds, and equipment at Fort Wayne or Kosciusko County campuses. You will respond to work orders, conduct building checks, and assist other maintenance staff to keep operations reliable.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of maintenance experience, plus the ability to operate college vehicles, a forklift, and snowplows; a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two or more years of maintenance experience is required.
• Ability to operate college vehicles and equipment, including a forklift and snowplows.
• Valid driver’s license and good interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective, planned, and emergency maintenance activities as requested.
• Address heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, and general facility systems.
• Perform filter and belt changes, and repair walls, floors, ceilings, and cabinets.
• Maintain windows, doors, and hardware; move furniture as needed.
• Operate tools and testing equipment safely; maintain tool inventory.
• Submit and complete work orders electronically in a timely manner.
• Conduct daily building checks using Building Management Systems.
• Assist with snow removal and salting; support other hourly staff as needed.
• Perform duties related to campus vehicles and equipment maintenance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Snowplows

Vehicle operation

Job description

The Maintenance Technician N3 performs corrective, preventative, emergency, and setup work requests to maintain campus buildings, grounds, equipment, and related systems at the Fort Wayne or Kosciusko County campuses. The position supports reliable day-to-day campus operations by responding to maintenance needs, completing work orders, conducting building checks, and assisting other maintenance technicians as needed.

Salary Range: $32,772- $41,205-Compensation will be commensurate with the requirements of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

Major Responsibilities

• Perform corrective, planned, and emergency maintenance activities as requested.
• Respond to issues involving heating, ventilation, air conditioning, ice machines, chillers, boilers, pumps, electrical controls, air-handling units, rooftop units, and exhaust fans.
• Perform filter and belt changes.
• Address electrical maintenance issues involving lights, ballasts, switches, outlets, and circuit breakers.
• Address plumbing issues involving toilets, sinks, supply lines, and drains.
• Repair walls, flooring, ceilings, and cabinets, including painting and drywall repairs.
• Assist with maintenance of windows, doors, and hardware.
• Repair and move furniture as requested.
• Perform maintenance on college vehicles and equipment.
• Conduct daily building checks using computerized Building Management Systems.

Work Orders, Tools & Records

• Submit and complete work orders electronically in a timely manner.
• Operate power tools, hand tools, and testing equipment safely and appropriately.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of tools.
• Prepare and maintain records, reports, logs, statistics, and files as required.
• Receive, pick up, and/or deliver supplies as requested.

Campus Support & Emergency Response

• Perform snow removal and salting activities.
• Remain flexible to support other hourly staff including during scheduled time off, respond to emergencies, and assist during all snow events.
• Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of experience in a maintenance capacity.
• Ability to operate college vehicles, a forklift, and snowplows.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with college constituents using appropriate interpersonal and human-relations skills.

Other Requirements: The selected candidate will be subject to background checks, including a criminal history check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the outcome of the background check.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements: The position requires physical activities that may include walking, jumping, running, balancing, climbing, crawling, standing, turning, crouching, kneeling, sitting, stooping, reaching, lifting, throwing, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 80 pounds. The position also requires the ability to distinguish colors, visual depth perception, and hearing.

Working Hours: The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch period. Some flexibility may be available to adjust the start time based on a current student’s class schedule. The employee must be flexible in providing support for other hourly staff during their scheduled time off, during emergencies, and during all snow events.

Ivy Tech Benefits

• Health & Wellness Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
• Retirement & Financial Security 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs Paid professional development opportunities
• Work‑Life Balance Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
• Flexible work arrangements where available
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
• Additional Perks Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

At Ivy Tech, you'll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full‑fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.