Job Details

Sr. Maintenance Repair Worker

Position Number: 6637249
Location: Bowling Green, OH
Position Type: Facilities Management

Sr. Maintenance Repair Worker

Bowling Green State University

Salary: $17.56 - $19.19 Hourly
Job Type: Full-Time
Division: Finance & Administration
Opening Date: 10/09/2025
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU01122
Department: Finance & Administration
Closing:

Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day general maintenance and care for assigned buildings and grounds. Responds to work orders regarding minor plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling systems, general maintenance and repairs and general grounds keeping.

Essential Functions

Performs minor repairs and painting of fixtures, rooms, buildings, signs and equipment. Patches, plasters and prepares surfaces for painting and may assist in masonry work.
Performs maintenance, replacement, minor installation and repair of plumbing equipment, including traps, fittings, plumbing fixtures, valves, faucets, toilets, sinks and bathtubs.
Performs maintenance, replacement, minor installation and repair of heating and cooling systems and equipment, including installation of window air conditioning units.
Performs maintenance, replacement, minor installation and repair of electrical equipment, including light fixtures, electrical outlets, switches, motors, appliances, electrical circuits, fans and televisions.
Performs carpentry work involving maintenance, alteration and repair to buildings, equipment and wood structures, including doors, windows, walls, woodwork, floors, furniture and door closers. Performs spot roof inspections and cleanings.
Conducts building tours and minor preventative maintenance work.
May operate machines, tools, snow removal equipment, buffers, strippers and other floor maintenance equipment.
May repair tools and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

One year related experience required

Education

High school diploma or GED required
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the University's insurance

Additional Information

Essential Competencies

Knowledge of basic mathematical skills
Knowledge of basic reading skills
Ability to carry out verbal and/or written instructions
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and written
Detail oriented and highly accurate
Ability to work in changing environment
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to interact effectively with students, faculty and/or staff or the public and represent BGSU appropriately
Knowledge of basic computer skills
Ability to operate hand and/or power tools appropriate to the trade

Required Documents to Upload to Application: Resume

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by October 23, 2025.

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation. EEOC Know Your Rights Poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu/jobs/5107295/sr-maintenance-repair-worker

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