Arkansas Tech
Maintenance Specialist
The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Makes minor repairs to the interior/exterior of buildings and facilities and maintains furniture and equipment, employing basic skills in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical. Mows grass, cuts weeds, and gathers and removes trash from lawns. Starts, operates, and checks for safety and maintenance on a wide variety of small engines, lawn mowers, and/or hand tools. Maintains vehicles by changing oil and filters, replacing tires, repairing brakes, changing plugs, and other repairs; keeps vehicle maintenance and repair records. Cleans and replaces filters on air conditioners and performs minor repairs on central heating and air conditioning systems. Mops, waxes, and vacuums floors, as needed or required. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of basic carpentry, electrical systems, plumbing, painting, and heating and air conditioning. Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and safety requirements of motorized vehicles and equipment. Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on motorized vehicles and equipment. Ability to perform routine building and grounds maintenance work. Ability to operate and maintain electrical tools and machinery. Minimum Requirements: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus, two years of experience or training in the building construction trades, general building maintenance, or in the repair or maintenance of mechanical equipment. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques. Knowledge of cleaning equipment operation and maintenance. Knowledge of basic work safety. Knowledge of basic routine maintenance requirements. Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands: Ability to work both indoors and outdoors. Ability to follow instructions and perform repetitive manual work. Ability to use cleansers and other agents to clean floors and furniture. Ability to use housekeeping cleaning supplies and equipment. Ability to work independently without close supervision. Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions. Ability to perform multiple tasks and to prioritize assignments. Ability to perform repetitive manual work. Ability to do required lifting (up to 50 lbs.). To be considered for the position of Maintenance Specialist, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on Sept. 30, 2025, before 6:00 pm central time. This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Arkansas Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Makes minor repairs to the interior/exterior of buildings and facilities and maintains furniture and equipment, employing basic skills in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical. Mows grass, cuts weeds, and gathers and removes trash from lawns. Starts, operates, and checks for safety and maintenance on a wide variety of small engines, lawn mowers, and/or hand tools. Maintains vehicles by changing oil and filters, replacing tires, repairing brakes, changing plugs, and other repairs; keeps vehicle maintenance and repair records. Cleans and replaces filters on air conditioners and performs minor repairs on central heating and air conditioning systems. Mops, waxes, and vacuums floors, as needed or required. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of basic carpentry, electrical systems, plumbing, painting, and heating and air conditioning. Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and safety requirements of motorized vehicles and equipment. Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on motorized vehicles and equipment. Ability to perform routine building and grounds maintenance work. Ability to operate and maintain electrical tools and machinery. Minimum Requirements: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus, two years of experience or training in the building construction trades, general building maintenance, or in the repair or maintenance of mechanical equipment. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques. Knowledge of cleaning equipment operation and maintenance. Knowledge of basic work safety. Knowledge of basic routine maintenance requirements. Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands: Ability to work both indoors and outdoors. Ability to follow instructions and perform repetitive manual work. Ability to use cleansers and other agents to clean floors and furniture. Ability to use housekeeping cleaning supplies and equipment. Ability to work independently without close supervision. Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions. Ability to perform multiple tasks and to prioritize assignments. Ability to perform repetitive manual work. Ability to do required lifting (up to 50 lbs.). To be considered for the position of Maintenance Specialist, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on Sept. 30, 2025, before 6:00 pm central time. This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Arkansas Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.