Maintenance Repairman 2 - SHIFT PREFERENCE, INTERNAL BIDDERS ONLY (Second Shift)

Maintenance Repairman 2 - SHIFT PREFERENCE, INTERNAL BIDDERS ONLY (Second Shift)

Salary

$40,685.00 Annually

Location

Indiana, PA - IUP Main Campus

Job Type

Full Time and Regular

Job Number

02514

Division

Administration and Finance

Department

Maintenance PM

Opening Date

06/12/2026

Closing Date

6/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Reference Number

AF 2026-16

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Nestled in the scenic foothills of western Pennsylvania, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) offers more than a place to work-it offers a vibrant campus community where innovation, collaboration, and natural beauty come together. Our picturesque campus features tree-lined walkways, historic architecture, and welcoming green spaces that create an inspiring environment for learning, working, and connecting.

At IUP, employees are part of a supportive and engaged community dedicated to student success, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Located in the charming college town of Indiana, Pennsylvania-just over an hour from Pittsburgh-our campus combines small-town warmth with access to the cultural, professional, and recreational opportunities of a major metropolitan area.

Whether enjoying a walk across the Oak Grove, collaborating with colleagues in dynamic academic spaces, or engaging in the many cultural and community events hosted throughout the year, IUP offers an exceptional place to build a career and make a difference.

Position Summary & Description

THIS POSITION IS POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE

AFSCME COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT

SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Repairman 2 performs various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of machinery, buildings, and equipment. Work involves proficiency in several trades, with working conditions and the degree of lead work exercised differing by location and the nature of assignments. Employees exercise technical independence in determining work methods and procedures, and receive assignments orally or through written instructions, which may be accompanied by sketches or diagrams. Review of work is received from technical or administrative superiors through inspections and discussions.

Review the PA Specifications for this Job Title.

The above duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Repairs doors, door frames, and furniture; fabricates and installs temporary partitions; builds forms; and operates and maintains wood lathe, sanders, jointer, power saw, planer, and related power and hand tools to perform assigned carpentry duties.
• Paints and decorates interiors of buildings; and performs masonry work in connection with buildings, bridges, foundations, walks, and walls.
• Installs and maintains plumbing fixtures; maintains steam lines, steam heating, and cooking equipment; repairs hospital sterilizers; and measures, cuts, threads and installs pipe for steam and water lines.
• Installs electric circuits, wall plugs, and lighting fixtures; and repairs and reconditions fans.
• Makes repairs and adjustments to laundry washing, drying and pressing machinery, and schedules oiling and greasing of equipment.
• Performs lead work over helpers performing basic assignments.
• Makes repairs to roofs and installs flashing and spouts.
• Welds and brazes metals by use of arc and acetylene welders; and erects steel for construction.
• Performs repair on bridge structures, such as building forms, finishing concrete, welding steel components, and operating construction equipment when required.
• Cuts grass using lawn care equipment.
• Remove snow from sidewalks and parking lots using snow removal equipment.
• Performs related work as required.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday through Friday 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Position Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1.

or

• Four years of experience in building and plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades.

or

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the Required Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Candidates must communicate effectively and perform well in the interview(s).
• Candidates must have communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of students, colleagues, and community members.

The salary for this position is determined by the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is posted consistent with the J-1 Bargaining Unit in accordance with the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement notifying:

1. Full-time, regular Maintenance Repairman 2 employees of an opportunity to submit a bid for shift preference.

2. Full-time temporary Maintenance Repairman 2 employees of an opportunity to submit a bid for a regular Maintenance Repairman 2.

3. If no shift or seniority bids are received, this position will be posted for all other applicants for an additional 10 days.

Current employees in their probationary period will only be considered for shift preference or seniority bidding within their classification series.

Bidders can submit their interest in this position by replying to supplemental questions on the online job application. Bidders are not required to submit a cover letter or resume. Please do not fax, mail or e-mail any documentation.

IUP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants and employees with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process or to perform the essential functions of a position.

Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, consistent with the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact human-resources@iup.edu.

All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of earned degrees through the receipt of official transcripts, confirmation of work eligibility, and satisfactory completion of background checks.

For an overview of IUP benefit information available for AFSCME employees, please click on the link below:pebtf-summary.pdf (passhe.edu)

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Are you an IUP Employee?

• Yes
• No

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Internal Applicants Only: I am requesting a Maintenance Repairman 2 Shift Preference/Schedule Change bid for this position.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Address 1011 South Drive

Sutton Hall Room 360

Indiana, Pennsylvania, 15705

Phone 724-357-2431

Website http://www.iup.edu/employment