Maintenance Worker

ETSU • Johnson City, TN

23d • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Department at East Tennessee State University is hiring a Maintenance Worker to perform skilled maintenance and repair work, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, and masonry, along with other related duties as assigned. The role requires availability for various shifts and schedules, overtime as needed, and work during emergency closures or inclement weather. Emergency duties may include snow removal to help ensure facilities continue operating safely.

Candidates need knowledge of general repair and maintenance methods, materials, procedures, tools, machinery, equipment, and occupational safety precautions. They must be able to maintain and perform minor repairs on tools and equipment, follow instructions, assess situations, make sound decisions, use materials responsibly, work effectively with coworkers and other personnel, and efficiently plan and prioritize assignments.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least six months of experience in building and facility maintenance, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, masonry, and other general maintenance and repair tasks, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and procedures used in general repair and maintenance work.
• Knowledge of tools, machinery, and equipment used for maintenance tasks.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions.
• Ability to follow instructions, assess situations, and make sound decisions.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in the proper use and conservation of materials.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and other personnel.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of vocational education.
• Two years of experience in trade services.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance and repair tasks, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, and masonry.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Work various shifts and schedules, with overtime as needed.
• Report to work during emergency closures or inclement weather when required.
• Perform essential emergency duties such as snow removal.
• Use, clean, maintain, and perform minor repairs on tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments efficiently.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED