VehicleEquipmentTool Mechanic

DePauw University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women members of underrepresented groups and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Position will remain open until filled.

The Vehicle/Equipment/Tool Mechanic is responsible for performing and/or coordinating all preventative and corrective maintenance for DePauws vehicle fleet grounds equipment emergency generators and other Facilities Management tools. This position is responsible for tasks such as scheduled maintenance as well as moderately complex repairs on a variety of equipment; fleet vehicles mowers (both gasoline and diesel) small engine machinery generators and/or equipment common to grounds maintenance such as blowers trimmers and edgers along with other departmental tools and equipment. The position is also responsible for managing the DePauw leased vehicle fleet by managing lease payments lease agreements and scheduling leased vehicle maintenance. The Mechanic position may support other maintenance activities as assigned. This position may have to perform duties in outdoor environments mechanic shop or in the field.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s):
Manage the Facilities Management vehicle fleet (both university owned and leased).
Perform maintenance and repairs on small engines and drive trains to include engine overhauls ignition/engine/transmission failure diagnosis and electrical systems diagnosis and repair.

• Manage and schedule preventive maintenance activities for campus emergency generators and perform corrective repairs as may be necessary.

Establish and implement a preventative maintenance schedule for all vehicles and equipment.
Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of all equipment and supplies.
Maintain an organized and clean shop.
Maintain records of work performed.
Willing to work weekends and/or after normal business hours to accomplish the necessary tasks.
Other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Accountability Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
Communication Oral Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Communication Written Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
Detail Oriented Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
Diversity Oriented Commitment to valuing a variety of different experiences encouraging input and collaboration from campus stakeholders including being mindful of experiences related but not limited to: age gender race ethnicity religion socioeconomic status LGBTQ and/or job type.
Interpersonal Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
Initiative Ability of the individual to act and take steps to solve or settle an issue.
Organized Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
Reliability Ability to be dependable and trustworthy.
Safety Awareness Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety and uphold safety standards.
SelfMotivated Ability of the individual to reach a goal or perform a task with little supervision or direction.
Time Management Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required. Vocational school or apprenticeship training postgraduation is preferred.
Associates degree or two 2 years of formal technical trade school education is preferred.

Experience:
One 1 year of experience in small engine repair and equipment maintenance or related mechanical work experience required.
Two 2 plus years of experience in current automotive maintenance preferred.
Demonstrated experience with welding and brazing techniques is preferred
Communication/Language:
Basic: Ability to read listen to and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos. Ability to write and communicate simple correspondence. Excellent oral communication skills are required.

Math Ability:
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
Computer Skills:
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite Gmail Google and Outlook.
Familiarity with CMMS applications
Experience with ADP time keeping system desirable.

Certificates & Licenses:
Valid United States drivers license required.
Other Requirements:
Working knowledge of light and heavy maintenance equipment (both gasoline and diesel) and automotive apparatuses.
Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine the appropriate maintenance work.
Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the profession.
Skills in the use of a variety of equipment repair tools.
Ability to weld and gas torch brazing.
Ability to work as a selfmotivator as well as a team member
Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively within leadership technician and client audiences.
Ability to produce a quality work product in a prompt safe and efficient manner.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to problem solve.
Ability to work without supervision and shift work priorities; deal appropriately with multiple deadlines.
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Willingness to seek out and work with peers to determine and apply best practices.
Demonstrated capability to handle competing priorities in a complex environment and communicate progress against project requirements.
Must be willing to work in a team as well as in a broader institutional setting to achieve divisional goals and objectives.
Possesses a commitment to the values associated with a nationally respected liberal arts educational environment.
Attend training sessions and/or seminars to maintain or enhance skills that may be required for the successful operation of Facilities Management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands Lift/Carry
Stand C (Constantly)
Walk C (Constantly)
Sit O (Occasionally)
Handling / Fingering C (Constantly)
Reach Outward O (Occasionally)
Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally)
Climb O (Occasionally)
Crawl O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally)
Bend
Speak O (Occasionally)
F (Frequently)
10 lbs or less C (Constantly)
1120 lbs C (Constantly)
2150 lbs C (Constantly)
51100 lbs F (Frequently)
Over 100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Push/Pull
12 lbs or less C (Constantly)
1325 lbs C (Constantly)
2640 lbs C (Constantly)
41100 lbs C (Constantly)


N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33 of the time 0 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33 66 of the time 2.5 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66 of the time 5.5 hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements:
Vision (Near Distance Peripheral Depth Perception Color)
Hearing (Auditory perception or audition)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is primarily shops spaces garages etc. however occasionally outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

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DePauw University in affirmation of its commitment to excellence endeavors to provide equal opportunity for all individuals in its hiring promotion compensation and admission procedures. Institutional decisions regarding hiring promotion compensation and admission will be based upon a persons qualifications and/or performance without regard to race color creed religion national origin sexual orientation disability age gender gender identity or gender expression except where religion gender or national origin is a bona fide occupational qualification.

DePauw Universitys goals and commitments are best served if the institution reflects the diversity of our society; hence DePauw seeks diversity in all areas and levels of employment and abides by all local state and federal regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. The University admits hires and promotes individuals upon their qualities and merits.

Employee Benefits Overview

There are many benefits offered to DePauw Employees.

For full time benefits eligible employees these benefits include medical dental and vision insurance. Basic Life insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Long Term Disability are paid for by DePauw University. Full time employees may elect to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for themselves and their voluntary benefitsTuition Remission and Exchange as well as Relocation Allowance are also employee benefits. Seethe Benefits Hub.

All employees may participate in the retirement savings plan as well as employee discounts and access to University resources.

At DePauw we recognize that our employees need to balance work and home. Please refer to University Policies forVacation TimePersonal Time(hourly)andSick Timepolicies in theEmployee Handbookfor more information on these and other benefits. When you need support theCigna Employee Assistancebenefit is available to all employees and their households.

ENJOY ACCESS TO THE AMAZING FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS DEPAUW UNIVERSITY HAS TO OFFER SUCH AS:

• Welch Fitness Center and wellness classes
• Indoor Tennis and Track Center
• University Libraries
• Peeler art galleries
• Green Center for the Performing Arts events and programs
• Ubben lecture series
• Free athletic events
• Bookstore and Starbucks (Greencastle) discounts
• Employee discounted meal plan
• Free parking
• Nature park including walking and biking trails
• Personal duplicating and printing discounts

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