Maintenance Technician N3

The Maintenance Technician N3 performs corrective, preventative, emergency, and setup work requests to maintain campus buildings, grounds, equipment, and related systems at the Fort Wayne or Kosciusko County campuses. The position supports reliable day-to-day campus operations by responding to maintenance needs, completing work orders, conducting building checks, and assisting other maintenance technicians as needed.

Salary Range:

$32,772- $41,205-Compensation will be commensurate with the requirements of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

Major Responsibilities:

Operations & Maintenance

·    Perform corrective, planned, and emergency maintenance activities as requested.
·    Respond to issues involving heating, ventilation, air conditioning, ice machines, chillers, boilers, pumps, electrical controls, air-handling units, rooftop units, and exhaust fans.
·    Perform filter and belt changes.
·    Address electrical maintenance issues involving lights, ballasts, switches, outlets, and circuit breakers.
·    Address plumbing issues involving toilets, sinks, supply lines, and drains.
·    Repair walls, flooring, ceilings, and cabinets, including painting and drywall repairs.
·    Assist with maintenance of windows, doors, and hardware.
·    Repair and move furniture as requested.
·    Perform maintenance on college vehicles and equipment.
·    Conduct daily building checks using computerized Building Management Systems.

Work Orders, Tools & Records

·    Submit and complete work orders electronically in a timely manner.
·    Operate power tools, hand tools, and testing equipment safely and appropriately.
·    Maintain an up-to-date inventory of tools.
·    Prepare and maintain records, reports, logs, statistics, and files as required.
·    Receive, pick up, and/or deliver supplies as requested.

Campus Support & Emergency Response

·    Perform snow removal and salting activities.
·    Remain flexible to support other hourly staff including during scheduled time off, respond to emergencies, and assist during all snow events.
·    Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

·    High school diploma or equivalent.
·    Two or more years of experience in a maintenance capacity.
·    Ability to operate college vehicles, a forklift, and snowplows.
·    Valid driver’s license.
·    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with college constituents using appropriate interpersonal and human-relations skills.

Other Requirements

The selected candidate will be subject to background checks, including a criminal history check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the outcome of the background check.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

The position requires physical activities that may include walking, jumping, running, balancing, climbing, crawling, standing, turning, crouching, kneeling, sitting, stooping, reaching, lifting, throwing, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 80 pounds. The position also requires the ability to distinguish colors, visual depth perception, and hearing.

Working Hours

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch period. Some flexibility may be available to adjust the start time based on a current student’s class schedule. The employee must be flexible in providing support for other hourly staff during their scheduled time off, during emergencies, and during all snow events.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

- Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

- Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

- Flexible work arrangements where available

- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits .

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.