Preventive Maintenance Worker

Hourly rate  $25.17 - $28.28 hourly depending on experience.  MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time; This position is not eligible for remote work. Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs. 

We are filling two (2) vacancies; one for Egress Lighting and one for Preventative Maintenance.

This position will identify and perform tasks necessary for basic preventive maintenance on a variety of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and structural systems. Lubricate, repair, and service the above equipment. Change filters, belts, seals, bearings, etc; pool cleaning; replace light bulbs, fuses, ballasts, and make minor electrical switch repairs and replacements. Erect and work from ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, boom trucks and similar devices. Requisition materials and parts. Stock, maintain, and operate a service vehicle. Interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications. Estimate time and materials to be used on the job. Prepare records and service reports of job time and materials expended.  

The breakdown of job responsibilities is as follows:
50% - Change filters, belts, seals, bearings, on HVAC systems, pool cleaning, etc.
20% - Replace light bulbs, fuses, ballasts and make minor electrical switch repairs and replacements
10% - Erect and work from ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, boom trucks and similar devices

• Completion of high school education or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• One year of experience in building maintenance (which includes HVAC, pool Maintenance) or construction or automotive maintenance
• Casual knowledge of methods, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of basic skilled trades work.
• Casual knowledge of applicable building codes, rules, and regulations (local, state and federal).
• Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license is necessary.
• Must furnish own tools.
• Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.

Experience with changing belts, filters, seals, bearings, etc.; knowledge of lighting maintenance (bulbs, fuses, ballasts): knowledge of pool cleaning; experience reading blue prints; knowledge of HVAC systems; knowledge of electrical systems; experience with Microsoft Office 365 products, ability to use the Internet to look up parts for various pieces of equipment, experience in customer contact, ability to work well in a team setting, ability to interact with building occupants provide an outstanding customer service, ability to estimate materials to be used on the job.

A lifelong learner and problem solver with strong technical skills and communication skills, who focuses on innovative solutions aligned with University goals.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

RESUMES

NON-STANDARD WORK HOURS: Monday through Friday second shift 4:30pm to 1:00am and may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.

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Duties associated with this position involve lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, pushing/pulling, and climbing ladder, stairs, and working from various types of equipment, including scaffolding. 

Wear a respirator (does not include a paper dust mask worn for comfort).  

Advertised: Jun 17, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jun 23, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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