About Us:

At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia,

Pennington Biomedical Research Center

is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple

NIH Research Centers

, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities.

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Job Posting Title:

Maintenance Repairer Master

Position Type:

Classified

Department:

LSUPBRC Admin - Fac - Maintenance (Jeremy P Bernard (00007071))

Work Location:

LSU - Pennington Biomedical

Pay Grade:

Classified Technician and Skilled Trades

Job Description:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center

, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, Maintenance Repairer Master in Facilities.

This is a classified position, and rules of the position are governed by State Civil Service.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Demonstrating Initiative: The ability to assess situations independently and take proactive steps to address them without being prompted or instructed by others.
Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.
Working Safely: The ability to maintain a safe work environment by following established safety rules, procedures, and practices.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience:

Three years of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR
Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR
Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance.

Job Specifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found

here

Job Duties

Serves as lead worker over assigned maintenance personnel; directs work assignments, coordinates workflow, and inspects completed work.
Surveys maintenance jobs and ensures appropriate tools, materials, equipment, and resources are available.
Provides guidance, training, and technical assistance to subordinate maintenance personnel.
Performs advanced installation, replacement, modification, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
Repairs and maintains pumps, compressors, motors, air handlers, cooling towers, controls, and related mechanical equipment.
Performs advanced welding and metal fabrication, including specialized welding of aluminum, stainless steel, and other non-ferrous metals.
Operates machining and fabrication equipment to manufacture or repair parts for maintenance and mechanical equipment.
Troubleshoots equipment failures, determines necessary repairs, estimates repair costs, and requisitions required supplies and equipment.
Reads and interprets blueprints, plans, and technical drawings and oversees maintenance projects to ensure work is completed safely and according to specifications.
Maintains required maintenance records and documentation and performs emergency repairs, special projects, equipment moves, and other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule: Work hours are 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Occasional weekends and on-call coverage.

Compensation:

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The approved hiring range is $21.05-$29.47.

Pennington Biomedical Research Center seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce with a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Maintenance Repairer Master

Posting Date:

October 5, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

October 19, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

. For more information, visit

PBRC

Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to

hrm@pbrc.edu

Background Check -

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits -

Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or

hrm@pbrc.edu