Maintenance Mechanic
Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States of America
Full Time
6 days ago
$40,656 - $49,804 USD
About this role
Job Title
Maintenance Mechanic
Department
Building Services
Salary
$40,656 - $49,804; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function
Working from within Building Services - Construction/Renovation Shop, perform general electrician services for projects that include moving, adding or removing electrical outlets, light fixtures and switches, or other electrical devices, including photocontrols and timers. Perform a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of buildings at various facilities/sites including electrical, plumbing, masonry, and carpentry. Assist with other elements of projects as assigned. Adding or replacing water fountains. Work locations include the main university campus and all off-campus properties. Emergency overtime and after hour callbacks required.
Required Education
High School diploma or High Equivalency (HSE) required. Ability to obtain backflow testing certification within six month probationary period required.
Required Related Experience
Three years of direct experience with increasingly responsible building and plant maintenance work to include knowledge of electrical, plumbing, providing material take offs for preliminary scheduling, masonry and concrete work, carpentry, or painting.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Valid Tennessee drivers license required.
Desirable Related Experience
Five years direct electrician experience with increasing responsibility in building and plant maintenance desired. Knowledge of and experience in other building trades skills or related maintenance work.
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume Required
MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
Application Review Date: April 30, 2026