Job Summary

The Facilities Department here at ETSU is seeking to fill a vacant position. Responsibilities include performing a variety of skilled maintenance and repair tasks, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, and masonry, as well as other related duties as assigned.

Candidates must be available to work various shifts and schedules, with overtime required as needed. Employees may also be required to report to work during emergency closures or inclement weather, including performing essential duties such as snow removal, to ensure the continued operation and safety of facilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

Knowledge of methods, materials, and procedures used in general repair and maintenance work
Knowledge of the tools, machinery, and equipment used to perform a variety of maintenance tasks
Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions
Ability to properly use, clean, maintain, and perform minor repairs on tools, equipment, and machinery
Ability to follow instructions, assess situations, and make sound decisions.
Ability to exercise good judgment in the proper use and conservation of materials
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and other personnel
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments efficiently

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma

• Six months minimum experience in building and facility maintenance, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, masonry, and other general maintenance and repair tasks

  OR

•  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Preferred qualifications

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

Compensation & Benefits 

• Job Family – Facilities Services General Maintenance 2
• Market Range - 4 Salary Schedules
• For information on benefits, please visit Employee Benefits

Application Instructions 

• 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.  
• References available upon request

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

 University Overview 

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.  

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.