Maintenance Technician II at InsideHigherEd

Requisition:202500382STitle:Maintenance Technician IIFLSA status:Non-ExemptHiring Salary:This position is a pay grade 3. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdfOccupational Category:Skilled CraftDepartment:Residence Life MaintenanceDivision:Division of Finance and OperationsOpen Date:12/09/2025Open Until Filled:YesEducational and Experience Requirement:High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Four years of experience working in maintenance or related field preferred. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.Nature & Purpose of Position:Provides assistance to a journeyperson in the performance of a variety of maintenance and repair work in one or more craft area for the Residence Life Maintenance department.Primary Responsibilities:Performs semi-skilled tasks in construction, repairs, and maintenance of structures, equipment, and appliances. Installs and repairs locks, door hardware, and window dressing. Performs sheetrock repair, texturing, painting, lathe, rough concrete laying, and patch plastering. Unstops sinks, drains, commodes, hand basins, sewer lines, and heating, ventilation and air conditioner (HVAC) condensate drains. Makes minor repairs and adjustments to electrical (switches, plugs, and light fixtures), carpentry (furniture and doors), plumbing (commodes, faucets, and shower fixtures), electronic and HVAC equipment, and appliances. During maintenance rounds, checks equipment, and takes care of general emergencies. Performs other related duties as assigned.Other Specifications:Ability to use the tools of the trade in which the work is to be performed. Absence of serious hazards, but normal attention is required to avoid injury to self and others. Working conditions are considered fair, but involve more than average exposure to one or more disagreeable elements such as dust, dirt, fumes, wet, etc. Work schedules may vary according to the needs of the department or special projects. During emergencies, operational failures, and peak use periods, employee may be called in when off shift to work an extended shift. Special procedures sometimes require extended hours.Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy. Position requires driving and operating a university vehicle; therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the university’s insurance carrier is required.Full Time Part Time:Full TimeQuicklink:https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45727EEO Statement:Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.Annual Security and Fire Safety Report