Preventative Maintenance Technician

Weber State University; Utah; On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Retirement

Wellness program

Tuition benefits

Athletic events tickets

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Job summary

Weber State University in Ogden, UT is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician to service campus mechanical, electrical, and structural systems in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and campus best practices. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, on-site, with a starting annual salary around $33,000 plus a generous benefits package.

Required is a high school diploma and enrollment in the State Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC Apprenticeship program (or enrollment within 6 months).

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in the State Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC Apprenticeship program, or enroll within 6 months of being hired.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on campus mechanical, electrical, and structural systems per manufacturer recommendations and campus best practices.
• Follow safety and campus guidelines while performing duties.

Education

High school diploma

State Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC Apprenticeship program enrollment or enrollment within 6 months

Job description

Position Information

Position Title

Preventative Maintenance Technician

Requisition Number

S02469P

Position Category

Staff

Campus Location

Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 40

Months per year 12

Pay Grade N23

FLSA Non-Exempt

Job Summary/Basic Function

NOTE : Position can be filled at any level of the approved career ladder depending on candidate qualifications.
Position performs preventive maintenance to the campus mechanical, electrical, and structural systems in accordance to manufacturer’s recommendations, and campus best practices.

Required Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in the State Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC Apprenticeship program, or become enrolled within 6 months of being hired.

Preferred Qualifications

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Job Open Date

09/08/2026

Review Date

09/20/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU , we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $33,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package. Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Physical Activity of this position

Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. , Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. , Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.

Physical Requirements of this position

Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to have visual acuity to perform activities such as: operating machines, (i.e. lathes, drill presses, power saws) where the job is at or within arm’s reach; skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenter, plumber, mechanic. , Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. , The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level., The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. , The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways. , The worker is subject to vibration. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. , The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. , The worker is frequently in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, man holes, small enclosed rooms, small sewage and line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents