Maintenance Technician I
Maintenance Technician I
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Job Description
Located in Bostons historic Fenway area Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Bostons only womens undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all.
Youre joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities addition we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. Youll find that people who work here truly believe in our mission of preparing students to become social justice-oriented leaders who excel in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace.
As a university that values diversity equity and inclusion Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating developing promoting and enhancing inclusive hiring practicesat all levels for all positionsensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty staff student body and curriculum.
JOB SUMMARY
The Maintenance Technician I is a union position that works as part of a team responsible for the maintenance of all University facilities by providing general labor in the support of the property operations. Technicians are responsible for the completion of work requests maintenance projects and operational assignments. Technicians perform minor repairs to systems and equipment including but not limited to mechanical electrical heating plumbing doors locks windows appliances and surfaces. Technicians communicate with building occupants regarding work requests and complete reports related to all work projects. Technicians perform building inspections preventative maintenance and address other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Complete work requests including but not limited to changing light bulbs installing shelving white boards pictures and other wall hangings unlocking doors repairing plumbing adjusting temperature controls performing routine maintenance on HVAC and other equipment.
Assist with office renovations painting installing new ceilings walls doorways counter tops etc. Assemble materials using hand and power tools.
Complete maintenance projects alterations and repairs.
Perform minor repairs to systems and equipment including but not limited to mechanical electrical heating plumbing doors locks windows appliances and surfaces in support of University operations including special events.
Perform building and equipment inspections. Comply with all safety standards and codes.
Complete required administrative reporting on inspections work orders and other projects as directed.
Provide oral and/or email communication with building occupants regarding work requests and maintenance projects.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma GED or equivalent.
A minimum of one year of relevant work experience.
Ability to use a variety of tools including tape measure level hand tools power tools etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of trade courses or related experience in plumbing carpentry electrical.
COMPETENCIES
Customer service-oriented
Problem solving skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work individually with minimum guidance
Ability to contribute to the team
Positive attitude
WORK ENVIRONMENT & CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
On site work only
Full time 40-hour work week.
12 months
Evening holidays and/or weekend work is required occasionally.
Periods of high work volume at the beginning and end of school year during special events and
summer and winter University breaks.
Exposure to hazardous materials loud noise and extreme heat/cold possible.
Extensive physical requirements such as climbing standing stooping and walking
Heavy lifting and carrying (over 50 pounds)
On-call work required
Work Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Saturdays there is an option to work 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv cover letter writing sample teaching philosophy etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 (My Experience) of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).
Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individuals community experience. As a university committed to diversity equity and inclusion Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating developing promoting and enhancing inclusive hiring practicesat all levels for all positionsensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty staff student body and curriculum.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
