Maintenance and Repair Tech II

About This Role:

The Maintenance and Repair Technician II position offers the opportunity to apply maintenance and repair skills in a large residence hall.  The work provides regular interactions with others, including student residents, and offers a community type work environment with an opportunity to apply strong customer service skills.  If you take pride in your work, are conscientious, and have a commitment to quality and customer service, you may be a fit in our Housing and Dining Services (HDS) family. 

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, tuition assistance, retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

HDS is a large, complex, self-operated auxiliary department employing about 1,000 full and part-time staff.  Although we are a large diverse group, we share the desire to provide exemplary services, products and facilities for our residents and other customers.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Diagnose, service and maintain plumbing and electrical systems and equipment including drain lines, flush valves, shower valves, sink and lavatory components; electrical outlets and switches.  Resets circuit breakers. 
• Test and maintains fire alarm and emergency lighting systems and complete other maintenance and repairs as needed. 
• Independently troubleshoot, maintain, and repair specialized equipment and building systems using technical knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, electronic climate controls.  Services and maintains building systems.  Assists in adjusting heating and cooling controls.
• Coordinate with other departmental trades staff to alter, maintain and diagnose plumbing and electrical problems in mechanical and other building systems, air handling equipment, air ducts, dampers and other environmental controls.  
• Perform other duties to include selecting, organizing, cleaning and storing equipment and tools, and maintaining records. 
• Repairs and services building hardware and custodial equipment.  Makes minor furniture repairs and adjustments. 
• Performs all duties in a manner that promotes a harmonious work environment that espouses civility and the University Principles of Community.  Provides an exemplary level of customer service.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

Worksite Options:

The service nature of this position requires work on-site.  Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Requirements: 

• Requires one year of relevant experience. Various training and/or certification may be required. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school graduation/GED
• Journeyman level experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC or other mechanical trade
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to interact with customers effectively
• Knowledge of safety regulations

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment
• Valid driver’s license upon employment

How to Apply:

Please submit the online application.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$16.36 - $18.25 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.