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General Maintenance Repair Tech - Electrical

University of Kansas
dental insurance, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance
United States, Kansas, Lawrence
1450 Jayhawk Boulevard (Show on map)
Oct 08, 2026
Position Overview The General Maintenance Repair Tech - Electrical position is responsible for working on a team to perform a wide variety of maintenance and emergency repair tasks to University buildings (physical structure, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems), with the employee being involved in a regular program of inspection and repair using more than one skilled trade. This position requires the operation of work issued vehicles. Work schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. 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% - Basic electrical repair including relamping, ballast changes, troubleshooting and repair of outlets, switches, and basic appliance troubleshooting. May assist electricians on additional issues including breaker, wiring, fire alarm and controls issues. May assist other trades as needed (HVAC, plumbing, carpentry etc.) 40% - Responds to emergency calls involving loss of utilities or equipment failure. Resets breakers and assists with emergency repairs. Repairs are performed as time and expertise permits. May assist senior staff with more complex repairs. 5% - Other Related Work as Assigned: Maintains an adequate supply of tools, parts, and supplies for jobs. Responds to after-hours emergency calls as needed. Assists with other maintenance areas and in other work areas as assigned. Assists with snow removal and surface treatment. 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 staff and materials. 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 digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications as required. Required Qualifications High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency. One (1) year of experience in a skilled craft area. Certificate from a vocational school or an associate's degree in a building or mechanical trade area may be substituted for the required experience. Valid driver's license by the time of hire and maintain the license throughout employment. Preferred Qualifications Electrical and/or life safety systems experience. Work experience that required knowledge of the standard practices, tools, equipment and materials associated with electrical and/or a variety of skilled crafts and building trades. Work experience that required knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of skilled crafts and building trades. Ability to read and correctly interpret blueprints, electrical or plumbing schematics as evidenced by work experience. Experience working in a university, college or multi-building campus environment. 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, October 19th and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Contact Information to Applicants David Alvarez d1960alvarez@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range Starting at $37,440 Application Review Begins Monday October 19, 2026 Anticipated Start Date Monday November 16, 2026