Maintenance Apprentice

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000‑acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide‑range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike.

Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment:
Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray, KY

Employment Term: 12 Months

Position Type:
Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Department: HVAC-R

Maintain, repair and make improvements to facilities as instructed.

• Assist the various trades and carry out duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Will assist in the repair, maintenance and installation of various components that are consistent with the assigned shop. Rotations may include Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC /Mechanical, Trades, and Central Plant.
• Other duties as assigned.

• One year experience in basic maintenance or trades, including use of common tools and equipment, or two years of vocational training.
• General knowledge of skilled trades such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical, or HVAC.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be able to follow instructions and carry out tasks assigned.
• Must have both written and oral skills.
• Knowledge of safe working procedures.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements to operate a university vehicle.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Emergency call back after hours and on weekends.
• This position will be required to work to provide critical services during University holidays, closures, and other emergencies, as needed. Critical services refer to the units that ensure the continuation of key operations and services that directly relate to the security, safety, and/or physical operation of the University (including services to students). Critical services employees will be required to report to work unless their supervisor advises otherwise.

• Must be able to access and work in all work areas including, but not limited to, roofs, crawl spaces, mechanical rooms, on scaffolding, climbing ladders, on lift units, etc.
• Lifting and moving heavy objects, contact with potentially biohazardous materials, working in extremely hot or cold weather.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.