Classified (Hourly) Position Openings
All University employees who are paid on an hourly basis are considered "Classified." The application procedures for these positions require that you submit a completed Washburn University Application for Employment to the Human Resources Department. Applications are kept on file for 90 days from the date of receipt. Applicants can request that their Application be copied and submitted for other classified recruitments within that 90 day period by contacting Human Resources. New vacancies are advertised in the Sunday edition of the Topeka Capital-Journal as well as numerous placement offices and employment organizations.
As part of our on-going efforts to ensure fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, Washburn University gathers applicant data for each recruitment. The information will be used for statistical reporting purposes only, and retained separately from application materials. Submission of personal information is voluntary. Please click here to enter your information, and thank you for your participation!
For questions regarding current vacancies, or to send your completed Application for Employment electronically, email getajob@washburn.edu
For general information regarding pay rates and classification titles, see the Classified Compensation Schedule
The following vacancies remain unfilled as of: February 10, 2012
| Position | Required Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications | Status and Wages |
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Maintenance Technician II, Facilities Services AMENDED 2 Positions Recruitment Number 7310911. 740111 |
High school diploma or GED equivalent. 4 years of experience in Building Trades. Training in Building Maintenance, stable/continuous work history and experience in HVAC and steam boiler operations. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, move and/or maneuver equipment and materials weighing as much as 50 pounds, work from a ladder, respond to emergency service calls outside regularly scheduled work hours and work various shifts as assigned. Valid Kansas driver’s license with driving record acceptable by University standards. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. Arrest information is not considered in the selection process. |
Demonstrated expertise in at least 2 skill sets associated with Building Trades. Experience with a computerized maintenance management system. |
Review of applications has begun and will continue until a suitably qualified applicant has been selected.
Entry rate is $10.65 per hour. |
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Lead Maintenance/Control Technician, Facilities Services Recruitment Number 7500911 |
High school diploma or GED equivalent. 4 years of experience in Building Trades. 5 years of experience in HVAC and steam boiler operations. 5 years of experience troubleshooting equipment controls. Formal training in Building Maintenance. Stable/continuous work history. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, to read and apply information from schematics and building blueprints, to move and/or maneuver equipment and materials weighing as much as 50 pounds, to work from a ladder and to respond to emergency service calls outside regularly scheduled work hours. Valid Kansas driver’s license with acceptable driving record under University standards. CFC refrigerant recovery certification. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. Arrest information is not considered in the selection process. |
Electrician’s license, or HVAC or Plumbing certification. Training in PLC controllers. College coursework. Experience in energy management. Master Mechanic’s license. Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System. |
Review of applications has begun and will continue until a suitably qualified applicant has been selected.
Entry rate is $14.15 per hour. |
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Secretary II, Computer Information Sciences Recruitment Number 1510112 |
High school diploma or GED equivalent. Two years of experience in office support work or completion of a course of study in office support/management at the post-secondary level and 1 year of work experience in office support/management. Experience using word processing and spreadsheet packages and willingness to learn new software; ability to maintain and organize office records, deal with the public and maintain effective working relationships with University staff. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. Arrest information is not considered in the selection process. |
Review of applications has begun and will continue until a suitably qualified applicant has been selected.
Entry rate is $11.20 per hour. |
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Recruitment Number 7230112 |
High school diploma or GED equivalent. Stable/continuous work history. Experience in lawn maintenance. Ability to move and/or maneuver materials and equipment weighing as much as 80 pounds, to operate motorized equipment including mechanical hand tools and light to heavy duty construction and maintenance equipment, to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, to work from a ladder, to perform manual labor and to work outside in environmental conditions in all seasons. Knowledge of the occupational hazards, safety and practices followed in the care, routine maintenance and safe operation of trucks, tractors, mowers and other light to heavy duty equipment. Valid Kansas driver’s license with acceptable driving record under University standards. Employment at Washburn University may be conditioned upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. Arrest information is not considered in the selection process. |
Experience and/or training in construction equipment operation. |
Review of applications has begun and will continue until a suitably qualified applicant has been selected.
Entry rate is $8.75 per hour. |
