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General Maint Repair Tech Sr

University of Kansas
dental insurance, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance
United States, Kansas, Lawrence
1450 Jayhawk Boulevard (Show on map)
Mar 14, 2026
Position Overview The General Maintenance Repair Tech Senior-Electrician position functions as part of a team of maintenance sta who are responsible for the instrumentation and life safety systems maintenance program within the Facilities Services department. This position performs inspections, maintains records of equipment, performs proactive and reactive repairs, and may occasionally respond to equipment failures and campus wide emergencies. This position requires driving of a state issued vehicle and requires a valid driver's license on date of hire and throughout employment. Work Schedule : Monday through Friday 7:30am-4pm Facilities Services within KU Operations plays a vital role in maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment that supports teaching, learning and research. KU Operations supports KU's mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the university's academic and research missions. KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options, and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. Tuition assistance offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and Employee Dependent Tuition Assistance Scholarship (EDTAS) award opportunities! Details available at: https://humanresources.ku.edu/tuition-assistance KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. Job Description 50% - General Maintenance, inspection and repair. Assists in the repairs and preventive maintenance for various lighting and electrical assets. Performs inspections and minor repairs accordingly. May act as a lead technician to more junior in-house technicians. May act as liaison for contracted services. 35% - Responds to emergency calls involving lighting and other electrical assets. Responds using standard protocols and communication channels. Inspects and reports deficiencies and root causes. Communicates all relevant information to electricians and other tradespeople as needed when jobs escalate. 10% - Other related general maintenance work as assigned. Maintains tools, parts and supplies. Assists with other maintenance inspections and needs. Assists with campus wide maintenance activities such as snow removal as needed. 5% - Performs other related work as assigned Position Requirements Reach, grasp, hold, lift and place moderately heavy loads and heavy loads occasionally (50 lbs) with or without accommodation. Perform work above normal heights, in confined spaces and extreme temperatures (hot and cold) inside and outdoors. Operate work issued vehicles for transporting sta and materials. Working knowledge of an electric meter. Take amp, volt and ohm readings. Experience with use of power tools, drills, saws, etc. Work occasional planned and unplanned overtime as needed including responding to after- hours emergencies as needed. Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather. Must have a valid driver's license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment. Must digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications as required. Required Qualifications High School diploma or GED equivalency. Three (3) years of experience in a building or facility service trade (Ex. HVAC, plumbing, electrical, grounds, relocation etc.) Associate degree or vocational school certification may be substituted for one year of the requirement. Must have a valid driver's license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment. Preferred Qualifications Professional experience with light electrical duties: re-lamping, re-ballasting, residential and commercial wiring (switches and outlets), etc. as evidenced by application materials. Professional electrical, HVAC or plumbing experience as evidenced by application materials. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of electrical skilled crafts and building trades as evidenced by application materials. Experience working in a university, college or multi-building campus environment as evidenced by application materials. Additional Candidate Instructions A complete application will include the following: Current contact information including email and phone number Previous work experience including dates of employment Name and contact information to three references Resume/Cover letter is optional. Review of applications will begin Monday, March 23rd and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Contact Information to Applicants David Alvarez d1960alvarez@ku.edu 785-864-819 Advertised Salary Range Starting at $40,000 Application Review Begins Monday March 23, 2026 Anticipated Start Date Monday April 13, 2026