Service Technician / Tradesperson for Aarhus University

Be part of safeguarding and developing the framework for the campus of the future

Do you want a daily life with a lot of freedom, varied tasks and good colleagues? Do you thrive on combining classical craftwork with technical operation, maintenance, and service? Then you may be one of the two new service technicians we are looking for at Aarhus BSS Building Services at Aarhus University.

With us you will become part of a strong professional community where you help ensure that thousands of students, employees and guests meet well-functioning and attractive buildings every single day. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the operation and development of some of Denmark’s most exciting university areas – both in Universitetsparken and the new Universitetsbyen.

Your everyday life

As a service technician you will play a central role in the daily operation of our buildings and technical installations. You will be part of the team that ensures the campus functions optimally – both in daily life and at special events.

Your tasks will include, among others

• Operation and maintenance of buildings and furnishings
• Supervision of and maintenance of technical installations
• Operation of technical systems and light maintenance of plumbing, electrical and ventilation systems
• Troubleshooting and handling of operational challenges
• Setups and supervision during events
• Collaboration with colleagues, users and external suppliers
• Various ad hoc tasks contributing to smooth campus operation.

No day is the same, and you will have a large influence on the planning of your tasks.

Who are you?

You have probably a technical or craft background and are motivated by finding solutions, taking responsibility and delivering good service.

We imagine that you

• Are trained as a craftsman, service technician or have a similar technical background
• Have experience with operation and maintenance of buildings or technical installations
• Have broad technical understanding and interest in building technology
• Have knowledge of access control, alarm systems
• Are familiar with Facility Management systems
• Can use MS Office at user level
• Work independently and in a structured way
• Are team-oriented and thrive in contact with many different people.

The most important thing for us is that you want to take responsibility, collaborate with others and contribute to a good working environment.

Why you should choose us

At Aarhus BSS Building Services you will become part of an organization where professionalism, collaboration and trust are fundamental. You will have about 32 colleagues spread across operations and service staff, administrative staff, operations supervisors and management.

We offer

• A permanent full-time position of 37 hours per week
• Flextime and great flexibility in daily life
• Freedom with responsibility
• A diverse workday with many different tasks
• Skilled and helpful colleagues
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of campus areas
• A workplace with high job security and strong professional environments
• Salary according to qualifications and a pension scheme according to applicable collective agreement.

You will be part of the operation of both modern buildings and historic, listed properties, which place special demands on quality and professionalism.

About the department

Building Services is responsible for the operation of the Aarhus BSS campus areas in Aarhus and Herning, as well as a number of shared buildings at Aarhus University, including the university’s iconic Aula and several listed buildings.

You will be attached to the operations in Aarhus and report to the local operations manager.

Workplace

Aarhus University

Aarhus BSS Building Services

Bartholins Allé 16

8000 Aarhus C

Terms of employment

The positions are permanent full-time positions at 37 hours per week. Employment takes place under the relevant state collective agreement with pension, flextime and salary according to qualifications. In time participation in a on-call duty arrangement may become part of the position.

Start as soon as possible after further agreement.

Application

Can you see yourself in the role?

Then send your CV and your application via Aarhus University’s recruitment system no later than 26 October 2026. Interviews are expected to be held in weeks 45-46.

Want to know more?

You are welcome to contact

• Operations Inspector Per Okholm, tel. 28 99 22 20
• Operations Manager Christian Sejerø Poulsen, tel. 20 66 54 68
• Technical Manager Peter Bachmann Vestergaard, tel. 40 37 21 88.

About Aarhus University

Aarhus University is an internationally recognized research university with around 38,000 students and 8,000 employees. The university works purposefully to create attractive study and work environments and aims to be an inspiring workplace with room for professional and personal development for all.

Terms

You are employed under the general agreement between the Ministry of Finance and Public Employees Organization – The Public Sector (OAO-S general agreement) as well as the crafts and technicians’ collective agreement. You will be placed as a skilled craftsman in salary grade 1 depending on education and qualifications.

Aarhus University

Aarhus University will be an attractive and inspiring workplace for everyone and aims for a culture where each individual can develop and grow. We see gender equality and diversity as a resource and therefore encourage all who are interested to apply .

Applications are submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University’s website.

About Aarhus University

Aarhus University is a academically diverse and research-intensive university with high quality in education and research, and a strong engagement in societal development both nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring educational and research environment for 37,500 students and 9,000 staff with an annual turnover of DKK 8.9 billion. Read more at www.au.dk