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Job Posting Title:

Maintenance Repairer Master

Position Type:

Classified

Department:

LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - FM - Admin - Maintenance (Joshua P Smith (00003503))

Work Location:

0117 Residential Life Warehouse

Pay Grade:

Classified Technician and Skilled Trades

Job Description:

This position is under the organization of the Building Maintenance Department, it is a multifunction technical position. This position will be working and performing carpentry, sheet metal, roofing, painting, minor plastering, Lock smithing, HVAC, and electrical. This position will be part of a maintenance team assigned to Housing.

Job Duties:

35%- Performs personally and provides guidance, assistance, and support to other maintenance repairmen in performing general carpentry work involved with repair or maintenance of buildings and all related structures. Builds or repairs shelves, cabinets, windows, trim work, ceilings, suspended systems, doors, door frames, bulletin board, etc. Fits, cuts, and fastens all types of wall coverings (paneling, sheet rock, plywood, etc). Repairs and installs floor tile. Acts as good steward of State issued supplies and vehicles.

15%- Performs personally and provides guidance, assistance, and support to other maintenance repairmen In performing general electrical work to maintain and install electrical components and systems, primarily 220 volts and under. Installs and makes repairs to light fixtures, light switches, receptacles, fuses, breakers, etc. Uses standard tools such as volt meters, watt meters, and related equipment to troubleshoot and isolate electrical problems. Makes repairs as needed. Utilize and embrace technological changes in department as they occur.

15%- Performs personally and provides guidance, assistance, and support to other maintenance repairmen in performing general painting duties by preparing and painting buildings, furniture and other structures with brush or spray application.

10%-Performs personally and provides guidance, assistance, and support to other maintenance repairmen In performing general sheet metal and roofing repairs, such as repairing down spouts and gutters, fume hoods and HVAC duct, drip pans for air handler units, etc.

10%- Performs personally and provides guidance, assistance, and support to other maintenance repairmen in general plumbing duties by repairing and replacing worn plumbing fixtures, repairs leaking faucets, opens clogged drains and other minor plumbing problems.

10%- Performs personally and provides guidance, assistance, and support to other maintenance repairmen in performing building surveys to determine routine maintenance requirements and makes any repairs necessary, such as painting, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. Makes reports to supervisors and performs other maintenance duties as directed. Performs personally and provides guidance, assistance, and support to other

maintenance repairmen in performing minor HVAC troubleshooting, cleaning coils, changing filters, performs preventative maintenance, and etc

5%- Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

One year of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience:

Three years of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR

Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR

Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance.

Special or Physical Qualifications:

This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

Certifications/Licenses:

Valid Drivers License

Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details:

https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=128630

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Joshua Smith at [email protected].

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.

Posting Date:

August 31, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

September 14, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.