Maintenance Mechanic 1 (1st Shift)

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world.

The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.

Purpose of Role

Under supervision, the Maintenance Mechanic 1 performs all general building maintenance repairs. Has knowledge in basic electrical, plumbing and heating adequate to make minor improvements and replacements. Preferred to have additional basic knowledge in carpentry, masonry, and vehicle maintenance.

About This Opportunity

Joining our Maintenance team, the Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for the following:

• Maintain and replace sinks, toilets, urinals, and drinking fountains.
• Perform repairs to furniture.
• Repair and/or replace/install new ceilings and flooring.
• Repair and installation of lighting fixtures, light switches, receptacles, and smoke detectors.
• Perform various patching, painting, and staining tasks.
• Minor drywall repairs.
• Adjust and make repairs to door hardware including closures and exit devices.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment to include lubrication of pumps and motors, change filters and belts.
• Adjust, minor repairs and preventative maintenance to boilers and ventilation systems.
• Perform minor masonry repairs and concrete work.
• Moving furniture, hanging pictures, banners, and other signage.
• Assembling, repairing chairs, desks, shelving units, etc.
• Maintain university vehicles and equipment.
• Handle/assist with university event set ups and breakdowns.
• Inspect buildings, facilities, and equipment to ascertain required repairs and make recommendations to supervisor.
• Basic computer skills to operate software for automation system - view only.
• Considered essential personnel - which means that this position may be needed at times when the University is closed or in an emergency as determined by supervisor.
• Any other duties which may be assigned by the Assistant Directors or Director.

Shift: 7am - 3:30pm

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in building maintenance in a similar situation.
• Valid New York State driver's license that satisfies both the University and insurance company underwriting rules and regulations for driving a university owned motor vehicle.
• Ability to drive a university vehicle for the purpose of performing university business on a regular basis.
• Position is considered essential personnel and is required to work overtime and weekend as required by inclement weather or scheduled campus event as directed by supervision.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to follow department Uniform Policy.
• Willingness to work some Saturdays as part of a Saturday rotation of all maintenance mechanics.
• Basic knowledge and provision of personal hand tools for building trades sufficient to perform minor repairs in carpentry, plumbing and electrical.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General knowledge of building maintenance.
• General knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical and heating repairs.
• General knowledge of construction principles. Good mechanical abilities
• Knowledge of proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools related to job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively as an individual or within a team as well as with diverse groups.
• Ability to work overtime to respond to emergencies.
• Ability to work effectively in a service-oriented environment, subject to frequently changing priorities.
• Problem solving skills and sound judgment in a technical environment.
• Basic computer skills necessary to use a work order system.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and evenings as necessary.
• Adhere to safety procedures in the performance of job and be conscious of security issues involved in daily routine.
• Ability to perform all above essential job functions for a minimum of an eight-hour shift, with one-half hour unpaid meal break, without significant risk of serious injury.
• Ability to learn and perform all essential job functions accurately, with minimal direct supervision, within two weeks after the employee begins work.
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude.
• Starting from $18/hr, commensurate with experience.

Total Compensation

Daemen University offers a robust total compensation package that includes:

• Health insurance with an option of two plans: an HSA plan with the deductible funded by employer HSA contributions, or a copay plan.
• Dental insurance through the Guardian network.
• Vision insurance through the Guardian network, and an option between the VSP or Davis plans.
• An 8% employer contribution to the retirement savings account when employees contribute just 5%.
• Fully paid long term disability insurance, guaranteed-issue life insurance for new hires up to a volume of $150,000.
• Tuition waiver for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. Entrance in Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities to pursue education at other institutions.
• Generous time off for administrative and staff employees.

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