General Maintenance Technician - University of Mount Saint Vincent

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the College extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.

Job Description:

The position of General Maintenance Technician is responsible for preserving and maintaining the good condition and functionality of the campus and reports directly to the Assistant Director of Facilities. As an “essential” employee, you must remain or report for work during partial or full day closings of the site due to hazardous or other emergency conditions as well as inclement weather.

This position is delegated the authority to prioritize work within the assigned tasks to maintain departmental work standards, work assignments and maintenance policy and procedure, goals and objectives. The General Maintenance Technician is required to make decisions based on a full knowledge of these guidelines. Deviations from these guidelines must be reported and/or approved by management.

Shift: Monday & Tuesday 4:00PM-12:15AM, Wednesday-Friday 8:00AM-4:15PM

Responsibilities:

• Respond to work orders; establish priority of repairs; diagnose problems utilizing appropriate tools, acquire materials to complete jobs, complete job, and document repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance such as conducting routine inspections (lighting, doors/hardware, windows, etc…).
• Perform basic maintenance/repairs to lighting/electrical systems including bulb/ballast changes, resetting breakers, etc…
• Perform manual repairs when necessary (locks/door hardware, window/screen repairs, blind repairs, etc…)
• Perform basic carpentry work including mounting boards/paintings.
• Perform basic plumbing work including unclogging toilets.
• Inspect and report the state of the Fire Alarm panels.
• Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies.
• Assist other maintenance employees as needed including the HVAC Technicians, Plumbers, and Painters.
• Assist outside contractors by providing information regarding the existing structure, equipment, systems, and required modifications.
• Maintain housekeeping of maintenance storage closets and workshops as well as maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintain records and submit basic reports.
• Immediately notify proper parties of any injury and/or accident.
• Ensure resources are allocated efficiently and tasks are properly performed through field verification.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies after hours when needed.
• Effectively comprehend and communicate both verbally and in writing with the Facilities Staff and Management.
• Maintain the University Facilities Department’s integrity, effectiveness, and efficiency via staff oversight and compliance to departmental work standards, work assignments, and maintenance policies and procedures.
• Work with a high degree of independence, accountability and authority. While much of the position’s work is self-driven and process-focused, additional work projects may be assigned to meet the departmental needs.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.
• Must abide by all university policies and procedures.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in related field
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and maintenance equipment
• Excellent team player with effective communication skills
• Physical Requirements include moderate physical exertion. The employee will be standing for a majority if not for their entire shift including extensive walking. Position requires mobility, occasionally climbs, crawls, stoops or otherwise works in an awkward position. Lifting or moving heavy parcels, machines and equipment up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis unassisted. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating various types of equipment.

Benefits

The allotted salary for this position is $21.65 per hour.

• PTO and Sick days
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Enhanced Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% employer sponsored Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program