Maintenance Specialist
Aerotek
Posted Thursday, April 23, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005979947
Maintenance Specialist
Pay Rate - $23/hr. - $25/hr.
Job Description
The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for performing a wide range of maintenance tasks to support the upkeep, safety, and functionality of all campus facilities. This role combines hands-on repair work, preventative maintenance, and support for special projects to ensure that all spaces remain clean, safe, and ready for use.
Both roles pay $23-25/hr depending on experience and interview
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair minor lighting and electrical issues throughout campus facilities.
- Prepare and complete “make ready” spaces to ensure rooms and areas are ready for occupancy and events.
- Perform electronic recordkeeping related to preventative maintenance, repairs, and work orders using computerized systems.
- Repair and paint damaged drywall and interior walls to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
- Install and hang bulletin boards, shelving, and similar fixtures using appropriate tools such as squares, levels, and anchors.
- Move furniture and assist with room setups and reconfigurations to support campus operations and events.
- Assist with special projects as needed, including remodels, new construction tasks, and large-scale residential-style maintenance work.
- Identify, report, and help address safety concerns across campus facilities.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on building systems, fixtures, and equipment.
- Carry out general facilities and building maintenance duties, including basic plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, and painting tasks.
- Complete other facilities maintenance duties as assigned to support smooth and safe operations.
Work Environment
This is a full-time, on-site role in a campus facilities environment. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, with shifts typically from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position requires flexibility to work a variable schedule to meet operational needs, which may include occasional evening and weekend hours. Work is primarily performed in and around campus buildings and grounds, involving regular use of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment. The role includes physical tasks such as moving furniture, working on ladders, and performing repairs in various indoor and outdoor areas. The environment is focused on safety, teamwork, and maintaining clean, functional, and well-prepared facilities for campus users.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, KS.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.73 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,KS.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Contact Information
Email: jschemmel@aerotek.com
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