General Mechanic I – Facilities Management

Salary:                $31.03/hour ($32.58 to include shift differential for off-shift hours worked). 
Benefits:            Generous benefits include paid time off including holidays and vacation, retirement match, and tuition remission for employee and dependents.  Details at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location:          Facilities Management
Position Status:        Full-time                                             
Hours:                      7AM-3PM, Tuesday -Saturday
Position Number:      612409/41-0091              
FLSA Status:             Non-exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

General maintenance mechanic duties as assigned by a Maintenance Supervisor in areas of heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, pneumatic preventative maintenance, and general construction.  Perform other related duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitors, maintains, and performs basic repairs to building electrical systems such as fixtures, switches and outlets; assist licensed electricians with advanced repairs as appropriate.
Monitors performance of HVAC systems for the facility; performs basic repair/replacement of components, as appropriate, including filter changing and cleaning of units.

Monitors and performs basic maintenance of plumbing systems, to include standard repair of leaking faucets, cleaning obstructed waste lines, and performing basic modifications to plumbing and water supply systems; assist licensed plumbers, as appropriate.

Perform carpentry maintenance tasks including routine drywall repair, window repair, cabinet and countertop repair, door hardware installation and painting.

Ensures proper care in the use of maintenance equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Performs snow removal and spreading salt related to building access and hazardous walkways as assigned. 

Notify supervisor of unusual conditions.

Assist outside contractors and vendors with tasks such as utility isolation and work area access to allow for the completion of their work as required.

Ordering and pick up of basic materials from Facilities Management.

Coordinates the work of those assigned to you by work leaders or supervisors.

Moves and repairs furniture.

Moves and performs appropriate repair of appliances consisting of but not limited to the verification of power and obvious electrical/ mechanical faults.

Perform duties related to special events where supplemental manpower is required for the completion of the event.

Continuing education for maintenance and professional subjects is available.  The incumbent is highly encouraged to obtain a minimum of 8 hours annually.  These hours will be recorded and used in consideration for future advancements along with merit, hands-on-experience and job-related training.

Completes other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

PA Driver’s License Class I

A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in building maintenance.

Must be in good physical condition to perform the daily work assignments that are inherent in this job description, further examples are; lift and manipulate objects weighing up to 70 pounds regularly and the ability to perform work from ladders, scaffolding and elevated surfaces.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Follow basic and routine verbal and written instructions.

Understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.

Read, understand, follow, and suggest safety procedures.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Work as a team member and foster a cooperative work environment.

Safely use hand and power tools applicable to the trade.

Safely and efficiently operate, maintain, and repair equipment, machinery, and tools normally used within your work environment.

Perform a variety of routine and preventive building maintenance tasks to include, but not limited to, hot water systems, tile and flooring, and minor repairs to appliances.

Maintain thorough and accurate records.

Basic computer skills.

Avoid confrontational situations and report all incidents to Facilities Management. 

Integrity and dependability.

Knowledge of: 

Operation, maintenance, and repair of designated area equipment.

Basic and general building maintenance methods, techniques, materials and equipment.

Minor repairs of small appliances.

Basic mechanical principles.

Basic electrical principles.

Applicable University, state and federal regulations, policies and procedures related to position.
Knowledge of the operation of CMMS (computerized maintenance management system).

Building and facilities maintenance, safety and awareness of security issues.

The occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

Customer service standards and procedures with students, faculty, staff and visitors as it relates to the mission statement of Duquesne University.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University.  The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit.  Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit.  Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.