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Equipment Maintenance Specialist

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 2/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title

Equipment Maintenance Specialist

Appointment Type

Student Employee

Job Location

Corvallis

Position Appointment Percent

100%

Appointment Basis

Pay Method

Hourly

Pay Period

16th - 15th of the following month

Pay Date

Last working day of the month

Remote or Hybrid option?

Min Hourly Rate

14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (Portland Metro)

Max Hourly Rate

19.00 (Standard); $18.50 (Non-Urban); $20.00 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill four part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Equipment Maintenance Specialist positions for Recreational Sports at Oregon State University (OSU).

The Equipment Maintenance Staff is responsible for the exercise equipment and preventative maintenance program at the Department of Recreational Sports. This position assists with equipment troubleshooting and repairs. This is a demanding, high-volume position with an emphasis on safety, problem solving, and positive communication skills.

Employee Expectations

  • Know Your Stuff : Learn, model, promote and consistently enforce policies for the Department of Recreational Sports
  • Communicate Like a Pro : Professionally and proactively communicate with your teammates, supervisors and administrative staff
  • Stay Sharp : Maintain required certifications and attend orientation sessions, staff meetings and Director's Retreat as directed
  • Seek Solutions : Provide quality customer service to all patrons and search for a "path to yes" when possible and aligned with mission
  • Deliver a Positive Experience : Maintain and promote a safe and fun environment for all participants and staff

We create engaging environments for student growth and success. We inspire healthy living by providing quality recreational and educational opportunities for the Oregon State University community.

Anticipated Hourly Rate : $16.85

Position Duties

Position Details, Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform exercise equipment preventative maintenance tasks
  • Assist in the repair of exercise equipment
  • Assist with general building maintenance
  • Minimum Qualifications

    Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here : http : / / fa.oregonstate.edu / stu-manual / 500-employment-eligibility-requirements

  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
  • High School student : Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program

  • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student : 6 credit hours per term
  • Undergraduate international student : 12 credit hours per term
  • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School : 5 credit hours per term
  • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School : 9 credit hours per term
  • International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
  • Additional Required Qualifications

    First Aid, CPR / AED for the Healthcare Provider and DRS Bloodborne Pathogens certifications is required before employment begins

    This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

    Preferred (Special) Qualifications

  • Willingness to learn how to perform repairs on exercise equipment and mechanical systems
  • Awareness of safety concerns and risk management
  • Awareness and appreciation of individual uniqueness and diversity
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Working Conditions / Work Schedule

    Period of Employment : One academic year (continuing employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a 30 day probationary period and satisfactory job performance as evaluated by immediate supervisor). 10-20 hours per week. Early morning, late night and weekend hours may be required.

    Compensation :

    Student employees are paid a wage consistent with the OSU Student Employment Pay Rate Guidelines. The Department of Recreational Sports identifies pay based upon job duties, level of responsibility and complexity of work to be performed.

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number

    P11776SE

    Number of Vacancies

    Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

    04 / 28 / 2025

    Anticipated Appointment End Date

    Posting Date

    01 / 28 / 2025

    Full Consideration Date

    Closing Date

    02 / 28 / 2025

    Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

    Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified / eligible students

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents :

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • For additional information please contact : Barry Evans at barry.evans@oregonstate.edu

    OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial / ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

    This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the Criminal History Check Requirement.

    OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

    Note : All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

    Salary : $17

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