Mechanic Maintenance Equipment Operator
Mechanic Maintenance Equipment Operator
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Job Description
Episcopal Academy is seeking a skilled and dependable Mechanic to join our Facilities team. The Mechanic will be responsible for the maintenance repair and servicing of the schools vehicles equipment and their mechanical systems to ensure safe and efficient operations. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the schools transportation services and overall campus functionality. Additional roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Maintain inspect and diagnose/repair all issues pertaining to various grounds operation maintenance equipment including diesel electric and gasoline powered mowers/machinery and other small mechanical equipment used in campus work.
- Prioritize and schedule equipment repair and maintenance work.
- Maintain a preventative maintenance program within budget for all equipment and purchases on repair parts and replacement supplies.
- Properly organize/manage records and budget for all equipment inventory preventative maintenance and cost for repairs.
- Oversee the maintenance shop area.
- Communicate the necessary purchases and repairs needed.
- Keep all equipment in safe working condition.
- Daily reel maintenance and scheduled sharpening/grinding.
- Organize and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Help train staff on proper procedures and equipment operation.
- Hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting.
- Maintain a parts inventory and an organized parts room.
- Assist with snow removal by shoveling salting sanding and operating snow removal vehicles and equipment 24hour oncall during inclement weather).
- Other duties as assigned.
About Episcopal
Located 16 miles outside of Philadelphia The Episcopal Academy offers competitive salary and benefits; employer retirement plan match; generous paid time off; excellent work/life balance; access to ongoing professional development; complimentary lunch during the school year; and use of campus facilities including library and fitness center. While each employee at Episcopal brings a unique set of competencies and skills to their work we believe all employees should:
- Be studentcentered embrace school life and show it through actions and interactions with students colleagues and parents.
- Embody and live The Stripes.
- Consistently maintain high standards for his or her own work and motivate others to achieve the same standard of excellence.
- Demonstrate a desire and willingness to constantly grow and learn both personally and professionally and see others especially students as having the ability to learn and reach success.
- Demonstrate a belief in and commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community.
- Foster a positive culture by being optimistic selfless flexible and collaborative.
About You
- Minimum 24 years experience in vehicle or equipment maintenance.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification in automotive diesel or mechanical repair preferred.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with the Facilities and Operations team.
- Strong problemsolving skills and attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of grounds maintenance equipment (light/heavy).
- Working knowledge of equipment repair tools.
- Ability to read blueprints/diagnose issues and effectively repair electrical and hydraulic systems.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs work in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Ability to grind reel mowers and effectively set up mowing equipment to the highest standard.
Application deadline: Ongoing
Position start date: IMMEDIATE
The Episcopal Academy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin age disability and familial affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. We seek candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated.
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