Senior Maintenance Mechanic
Senior Maintenance Mechanic
Department:
Physical Plant-Building Trades Office, PM
Position Type:
Regular
Open Date:
08-23-2024
Salary:
$21.75/hourly
Job Description:
Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled tasks in building construction and maintenance requiring the application of general knowledge of maintenance and repair techniques, materials, tools, and equipment. May work independently on assigned shift.
Authority and Accountability
This position reports to the Manager Mechanical Trades in the Building Trades department and has no budgetary authority.
Required/Minimum Qualifications
Four years related work experience, three years of which must have been in the trade area where assigned.
General knowledge of and skill in a variety of semi-skilled building construction or maintenance and repair practices and techniques used in the trade areas where assigned; of safety practices and procedures related to the assigned trade areas. General knowledge and skill in the use of tools and equipment of the trade. Skill in inspecting and making adjustments, repairs, and replacements to building fixtures and mechanical equipment. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; to communicate effectively; to prepare estimates of time and materials required for assigned work; to apply quality and safety standards; to complete logs and prepare records and reports; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment or machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office suite.
Additional Job Information:
The position is full-time, non-exempt State positions with full benefits. Starting salary will be $21.75 per hour which is approximately $45,375 annually with a 2.5% increase after satisfactorily completing a six-month probationary period. The primary schedule associated with this position is Monday Night to Friday Night. Shift is from 11PM – 7AM the following day. The shift associated with these positions are eligible for shift differential of an additional $1.20 per hour. This position is also considered essential meaning the position is expected to report for work in emergency situations such as extreme weather conditions when the campus may be closed.
Submit a cover letter and resume by September 23, 2024. The position will remain open until filled. Only applications submitted through Salisbury University's Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any other documents, including a cover letter, must be uploaded with your online application. No documents will be accepted via e-mail. Three professional references will be requested and required before the final stages of the search. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.
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