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Position Information

Job Title
Maintenance Worker

Department
Building Maintenance - 40310

Pay Grade
4

Job Category
Support Staff

Job Summary

Responsible for performing a variety of skilled maintenance tasks, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, and masonry, as well as other related duties as assigned.Must be able to work any shift or schedule. Overtime will be required as necessary. Facilities employees may be required to report at their regularly scheduled times during emergency closures or during inclement weather to perform essential functions, including snow removal duties.

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students and highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.

Non-exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods, materials, and procedures used in general repair and maintenance work.
• Knowledge of machines, tools, and equipment used in a variety of tasks as required.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.
• Skilled in the use, cleaning, repair, and maintenance of equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Skilled in evaluating situations and making informed decisions.
• Skilled in planning and organizing work efficiently.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions accurately.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in the use of materials and resources.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and supervisors

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of at least the tenth grade.
• Demonstrated experience in building and facility maintenance, including a variety of skilled tasks such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, and masonry.
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of vocational education.
• 2 years of experience in trade services.

Salary

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
SS01857P

Is this position subject to a criminal background check?
Yes

Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source?
No

Open Date
09/02/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
No

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