Maintenance Mechanic 1 (1st Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

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

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Total Compensation

Daemen University offers a robust total compensation package that includes :

Daemen University strongly encourages all campus community members to get vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster vaccine.

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