Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for a Maintenance Technician for the Housing Maintenance department. The primary function of the Maintenance Technician is to manage general repairs and other maintenance needs for Housing & Residence Life buildings, equipment and other property and may perform lead worker duties over temporary staff including students.

Duties and Responsibilities of Position

45% Environmental Upkeep and Prevention

• Monitor and maintain accurate records of assessments, reports, and follow-up actions related to healthy environment management.
• Conduct regular inspections of residential facilities to identify early signs of mildew, mold, or moisture-related concerns.
• Implement preventive measures and maintenance strategies to reduce humidity and ensure proper ventilation in living and common spaces.
• Coordinate timely cleaning, remediation, or professional treatment of affected areas to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Maintain Synexis air purifier units.

20% Environmental Maintenance & Education

• Provide information to residents and staff on moisture prevention practices and reporting procedures.
• Collaborate with Housing Leadership and safety teams to ensure compliance with health and environmental standards and guidelines.
• Clean/replace filters, adjust and calibrate pumps, thermostats, and valves.

20% Electrical

• Install new electrical systems and components and repair existing equipment including light switches, outlets, circuit breakers, fuses, fixtures, motors, and generators
• May perform regular examinations of fire and smoke alarms to ensure equipment remains in working order
• Maintain and repair Honeywell and Simplex fire alarm systems

5% Carpentry

• Perform basic and advanced carpentry tasks as needed
• Repair and replace ceiling and floor tiles
• Use both rough and finish carpentry tools
• Carry out carpentry duties including the repair of tables, chairs, benches and counters.

5% Plumbing

• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement of hot and cold-water lines, low pressure steam lines, gas, air, drain lines, hot/chilled water lines, and associated fixtures and components.
• Help maintain a working stock of parts and uses standard pluming tool

5% Miscellaneous maintenance

• Perform limited locksmith tasks i.e. cleaning repair, and replacement of locks and cuts and stamps I.D. number on replacement keys
• Maintain shop equipment, tools, and materials
• Perform limited maintenance of cabinetry and masonry
• Repair gutters, roofs, and flashing by sealing cracks and other leaks as necessary
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned

Education and Experience -

Required at Hire and Preferred Required Education and Experience at Hire

• High school diploma.
• Three years of related construction or carpentry work.

Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check.

Job Type: University Support Staff

Appointment Duration: 12 months

Work Schedule: Full Time - Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Salary Range: grade 6, $17.66 - $23.82 hourly

Application Documents Required*:

• Resume
• Names and Contact Details for Three (3) Professional References

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.


Open Until Filled with a first review date of May 1, 2026.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

Search Committee Chair: Tracy Holzem, View email address on click.appcast.io

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us

About Pittsburg State University

Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State's 373-acre campus is a beautiful blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, including state-of-the-art athletics, arts, and research facilities.


Its residential and online undergraduate and graduate student population of nearly 6,000 is guided by an exceptionally talented and dedicated faculty, staff, and administrative team.


Pitt State's hands-on learning environment and engagement by alumni working in a variety of professional sectors creates incredible academic, internship, and employment opportunities for students. Academic programs often bring home national honors.


The university enjoys a close relationship with Pittsburg residents as well as city and business leaders. Throughout town, you'll see gorilla statues in front lawns and red and gold Gorilla spirit at local businesses. Students, faculty, and staff are highly engaged in the local school district and with service projects, and in turn the community is highly supportive of and engaged in university activities.


Faculty, staff, and students have access to many amenities, including discounts and free access to concerts, plays, athletic events on campus as well as discounts on meals and services off campus.


Pitt State has developed unique partnerships in downtown Pittsburg, 1.4 miles north of the main campus. There, Block22 and the historic Hotel Besse offer innovative student housing options and the new Kelce College of Business building, scheduled to open in July 2026, will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration spaces, and space for professional development and public events.


The university has earned institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and two elite classifications from the Carnegie Foundation.