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Maintenance Technician, Student Recreation Center

Job in Kennesaw, Cobb County, Georgia, 30156, USA
Listing for: Kennesaw State University
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-08-22
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 24.52 USD Hourly USD 24.52 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title:

Maintenance Technician, Student Recreation Center

Location:

Kennesaw, Georgia

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens.

Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision.

Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage the repair and maintenance of the fitness equipment for the assigned facilities, including computer diagnostics.
  • Maintain indoor and outdoor pools' aquatic operation and water chemistry, including addressing any chemical or mechanical issues, malfunctions, or failures.
  • To ensure clean and well-maintained facilities and equipment, assist in regularly monitoring and upkeep the assigned facilities, including the disc golf course, tennis courts, and sand volleyball courts.
  • Work a rotating on-call schedule for after-hour emergencies to include weekends.
  • DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

    • Fitness Equipment Certification(s) must be obtained within six (6) months
    • Certified Pool Operator or equivalent must be obtained within six (6) months

    ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

    (Preferred qualifications)

    • Previous pool maintenance experience

    Job Summary

    Assists in the performance of general, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing maintenance tasks. Complies with established safety guidelines and procedures.

    Responsibilities

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs all general, preventative, and supportive maintenance tasks with supervision
  • Assists all technicians on emergency and corrective maintenance
  • Change light bulbs, filters, and other items assigned
  • Maintains and cleans mechanical rooms
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment
  • Required Qualifications

    Educational Requirements

    High School diploma or equivalent

    Other Required Qualifications

    Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license

    Required Experience

    Previous related maintenance experience

    Preferred Qualifications

    Preferred Educational Qualifications

    Undergraduate or Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

    Proposed Salary

    The midpoint of the salary range is $24.52 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience.

    Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

    ABILITIES

    Able to build upon existing knowledge in the technical application of maintenance work

    Able to adapt to changing work environments

    Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

    KNOWLEDGE

    Knowledge of basic hand tools and power tools

    SKILLS

    Proficient in basic plumbing skills, including installing, maintaining, and repairing pipes, valves, and fixtures and effectively troubleshooting issues like leaks, clogs, and malfunctions. Sk

    Proficient in basic electrical repairs, including replacing lamps, drivers, ballasts, outlets, and switches, with a foundational understanding of electrical systems and circuits.

    Proficient in basic HVAC preventative maintenance

    Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills

    Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)

    Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

    Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

    USG Core Values

    The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

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