Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Location:

Marietta, Georgia

Schedule:

Full-Time

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!

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

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs all general, preventative, and supportive maintenance tasks with supervision
2. Assists all technicians on emergency and corrective maintenance
3. Change light bulbs, filters, and other items assigned
4. Maintains and cleans mechanical rooms
5. Maintains a clean and safe work environment

Educational Requirements High School diploma or equivalent Other Required Qualifications Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license Required Experience Previous related maintenance experience

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

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.

Skilled 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

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.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work…