Maintenance Worker I

Position Title:

Maintenance Worker I

Job Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identifies deficiencies and deviations from maintenance schedules and standards and performs inspection and inspection test of equipment and buildings. 
• Performs general repairs/maintenance as well as minor plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Assists other mechanical maintenance tradesmen as directed.
• May operate light or heavy equipment, and maintain equipment and tools.
• Assists with snow removal as needed.
• Other job related duties as assigned.
• Overtime may be required.
• In order to move to Maintenance Worker II, must have received satisfactory performance evaluations, reached 3 years of experience, and attended all required University trainings.

Job Requirements: Education, Experience and Skills:

• Ability to read, write and follow directions.
• Basic knowledge of fundamental mechanical, electrical, plumbing and heating/cooling.
• 0 - 3 years of experience in specific trade (i.e., plumbing, electrical, etc.) or equivalent education.
• Must be familiar with and adhere to all the safety rules and regulations for the University Safety Policy which apply to the work environment.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Good hygiene and cleanliness is required at all times
• Must adhere to the company uniform policy.
• Maintain a clean vehicle and make office aware of maintenance issues
• Follow rules and regulations as described in the company Handbook

Job Hours:

Typical hours are Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. unless otherwise specified. Any schedule may be adjusted as needed and some overnights will be required with inclement weather events, campus events or campus emergencies.

Physical Requirements

• Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.
• Must be able to lift and carry heavy items up and down stairs.
• Must be able to spend significant amount of time outside in all weather conditions.
• Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
• Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises.

Salary/Benefits

Minimum Pay Rate: $15.00/hour

This is a full-time position with full benefits and annual, holiday and sick leave. The university offers a generous benefits package, including tuition remission for graduate and undergraduate classes at Mount St. Mary’s University, retirement program with a match as well as a generous paid time off schedule. For a complete list of employee benefits please visit: https://inside.msmary.edu/more/human-resources/index.html 

Full time