Maintenance Technician

Job Details

Job no: 503907
Work type: Nonexempt Staff Full-time
Location: Bethlehem
Categories: Trades

Lehigh University's historic campus in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is a place where great work happens — and not just in the classrooms and laboratories. Behind every well-functioning building is a Facilities team that takes real pride in keeping it that way. If you're a skilled maintenance professional who knows how to get things done right, this role is worth your attention.

Position Number: S77850

This position is a Grade: 8 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $47,570-$57,090 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Accountabilities

• Performing skilled building maintenance and repair tasks across Lehigh's campus facilities, applying hands-on knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment
• Diagnosing and resolving maintenance issues across multiple building systems, including plumbing, carpentry, and general facility infrastructure
• Working independently on assigned work orders, managing your time and priorities with minimal supervision when required
• Collaborating with the broader Facilities team to support scheduled preventive maintenance and respond to urgent repair needs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates or Vocational/Technical Degree preferred; combination of education and experience acceptable
• Three to five years of work experience in building maintenance, facilities trades, or a closely related field
• Valid Driver's License with a good driving record
• Solid working knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures across multiple building systems
• Confidence operating and maintaining a range of hand and power tools and equipment
• Ability to work independently, assess situations on the ground, and make sound decisions without constant oversight
• Physical capability to perform the demands of the role, including lifting, standing for extended periods, and working in varied indoor and outdoor environments