Maintenance Technician

Position Information

EEO Statement

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Working Title

Department

Department UO Building Systems Maintenance-1004

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260850

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/20/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/28/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska and certified as a Lincoln Family-Friendly workplace, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

We invest in our employees:

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• No-cost life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Parental leave.
• Tuition assistance for employees and dependents.
• Exclusive employee discounts.
• Professional development through training and education.
• And many more!!

As a Building Systems Technician I, you will:

• Periodically review, clean, and perform preventative maintenance of all mechanical equipment and spaces to identify and repair any potential problems.
• Maintain and repair general HVAC , plumbing, electrical, lighting, and structural equipment and components to manufacturers’ recommendation.
• Assist trade-based or licensed technicians to complete tasks.
• Maintain a clean workspace to promote maximum efficiency and to keep yourself and staff/students safe.
• Assist with campus projects, irregular maintenance activities, and emergencies.
• Complete work orders and utilize an electronic timekeeping system daily.

As a Building Systems Technician II, you will:

• Replace bearings and seals on centrifugal pumps, change bearings on fan systems, motors, and pump shafts under supervision.
• Learn and become proficient with equipment management controls ( EMCS ) to start, stop, seek status, or change conditions of HVAC systems.
• Communicate and coordinate with outside vendors and manufacturers for the repair and replacement of building components.

As a Building Systems Technician III , you will:

• Use the EMCS to trend data and reset building preventative maintenance meters.
• Communicate and coordinate with outside vendors, manufacturers, engineers, and consultants for the repair and replacement of building components and assigned projects.
• Generate activity and outage notifications.
• Train, mentor, review and verify the work of others.
• Contribute to fostering a positive work environment, motivate and encourage staff to improve, and research and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Support leadership and contribute to the development and implementation of departmental vision and goals.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school or equivalent experience.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Thinking and reasoning skills.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Good…