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Mechanical Technician

Missouri Western State University
4525 Downs Dr, St Joseph, MO 64507
Feb 02, 2026

Job Description

Position Information

Position Title	Mechanical Technician
Job Description	Missouri Western State University invites qualified candidates to apply for our Mechanical Technician to care for the MWSU campus buildings. Under the direction of the Mechanical Supervisor, the Mechanical Technician performs a variety of general maintenance and repairs to ensure all university mechanical systems remain in good physical condition. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Use a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and related trades to preform work involving maintenance of all mechanical systems. Repair and install plumbing fixtures Operate a power drain opening cable machine Use gasoline or diesel power equipment such as forklift, skid loader, dump trucks, zero turn mowers, weed eaters, and chainsaws to complete projects. Assist with snow removal. Assist with special events; set-up and tear down Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the University’s discretion. Preforms other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned. Assist other trades as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Representative, but not all-inclusive, of knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job competently. Basic electrical, plumbing, and HVAC knowledge Ability to perform preventative maintenance on all mechanical equipment Understanding of local, state, and federal codes. Experience working around high voltage equipment.
Required Qualifications	High school diploma or GED Valid driver’s license One-year post-secondary trade school or vocational in one or more of the listed trades or three years’ experience directly related to one or more of the listed trades.
Preferred Qualifications	Commercial Driver’s License Certification in HVAC (Universal) Experience with computerized maintenance management systems.
Physical Demands	Physical abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Heavy Work Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and work space restrictions. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Occasional weekend and after hours work will be required.
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Additional Demands	Must be able to work in extreme cold and hot conditions both indoors and outside. Exposed to the intense noise of equipment, machinery, and tools. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, extreme temperatures, fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and working at height. OT as required.
Hours of Work	M-F 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Flexibility to address the needs of the University

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	S813P
Open Date	01/28/2026
Priority Deadline	02/20/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes

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About Missouri Western State University

Missouri Western State University is a comprehensive, state-supported institution serving more than 5,000 students on a beautiful 744-acre campus about 45 minutes north of Kansas City. Missouri Western is an active partner in the educational, economic, cultural, and social development of the people and region it serves. A distinct focus on applied learning and applied research is a hallmark of the innovative teaching and learning environment.

At Missouri Western, Griffons Succeed!

Missouri Western State University has a proud tradition of providing a high quality, affordable education to students in the state of Missouri and beyond. We are a four-year, state-supported institution providing a variety of degree programs and offering professional master’s degrees, four-year baccalaureate degrees, two-year associate degrees, pre-professional transfer programs and one-year certificates. In addition, the University offers seminars, conferences and workshops suited to the needs of the community.

Students come from throughout the United States and more than 25 countries. And our alumni live and work around the world. From its humble beginnings in 1915, Missouri Western continues to deepen its impact on the community, region, nation and world.

Accreditation

Missouri Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of the six regional accrediting associations in the United States. HLC accredits institutions of higher education in 19 states and has approximately 1,000 member institutions.

Accreditation supports our ongoing focus on institutional improvement, ensures that we remain accountable to our constituencies, and provides us with a broad framework for action as we work to achieve our mission.

Missouri Western’s accreditation was reaffirmed on January 24, 2017 and participates in the Open Pathway. We value the insights provided through the accreditation process and seek to use this information to strengthen our institution.

Missouri Western is a member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA), which provides a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education. When states join SARA, they agree to follow uniform processes for approving their eligible institutions’ participation. They also agree to deal with other states’ SARA institutions in a common way when those institutions carry out activities in SARA states other than their own. For a list of schools holding NC-SARA membership, please click here.

Specialized accreditations include:

Missouri Western also has the All-Steinway School designation, the American Chemical Society curriculum approval, and the American Bar Association approval.

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