Maintenance Technician/Carpenter (73250)

This is a fully on-campus role, where we do our work in community with colleagues, students, and campus partners

Main Campus - Fully onsite

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician/Carpenter will perform routine maintenance relative to carpentry and construction of building interiors, furniture, and fittings to maintain buildings and common areas in the best possible condition. Implement repairs and revisions along with other trades to buildings and assets maintained at the University. Reports to Maintenance Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform preventative and condition-based maintenance to support repairs and maintenance on buildings, fixtures and equipment across campus.
• Manage and inventory parts, tools and equipment for repairs associated with carpentry in all buildings.
• Assist other Maintenance Technicians in basic level skills (assembly, HVAC filter changes, light bulb replacement etc.)
• Reading (e.g., technical manuals), writing, (e.g., work logs), and accurately follow oral, written, and graphic instructions.
• Support lock and key installation and minor repairs across campus.
• Diagnosing problems and determining appropriate action
• Perform emergency repairs
• Occasional snow removal (shovel during the week - plow snow on weekends)
• Ability to work overtime as needed or required
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures and regulations
• Other duties as assigned or required

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Must demonstrate an understanding the Walsh University Statement of Faith and a commitment to support the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University in accordance with Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Must also possess the following:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent GED.

Work Experience: One to two years proven experience in commercial or residential carpentry and maintenance of facilities and equipment.

Skills and abilities:

• Experience and working knowledge using carpenter trade tools, material and equipment.
• Ability to comprehend schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches, building plans and other specifications
• Maintain a valid driver's license and insurable status for operating University-owned vehicles on the road.
• Maintenance and comprehensive vehicle repair experience preferred
• Maintenance and repair skills with plumbing, HVAC, various equipment repair to assist other Maintenance Technicians
• Working knowledge of testing and repairing tools and equipment used in the maintenance industry.
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff and faculty. Positive attitude a must.
• Familiarity with basic computer programs
• Excellent time management, problem solving, communication and customer service skills
• Great attention detail and ability to be proactive
• Must be comfortable in a team environment or on their own

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Must be able to safely work with sharp tools and power equipment
• Able to repeatedly lift up to 25 pounds
• Able to occasionally lift up to 75 pounds
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Walking for extended periods of time
• Requires repeated pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, kneeling and overhead work.
• Climbing in and out of trucks, tow motors, tractors, and other equipment
• Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Shovel snow for extended periods of time

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a completed online application and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include resume, unofficial transcripts, etc.

About Walsh University

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.