General Maintenance Mechanic

Washington College is seeking a General Maintenance Mechanic to support the maintenance and operation of campus facilities.

Summary

The General Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of all plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems on campus. Campus structures consist of Dormitories, Academic, Student Activity and Administrative Buildings, Athletic Facilities and other real estate assets owned by the College. The General Maintenance Mechanic will ensure the campus maintains industry standard climate comfort levels and safety for its Students, Visitors, Faculty and Staff.

Essential Functions:

• Must be capable of operating all campus plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems on campus.
• Capable of performing repairs and/or replace plumbing fixtures, valves, and other devices as required.
• Able to maintain all pressure piping systems free of leaks. Must be able to solder or Pro- Press piping.
• Able to replace defective pipe by cutting, threading and assembling pipe.
• Must maintain all sanitary and storm drains in a free running manner using plunger, snake, vacuum or power drain cleaning auger.
• Must perform all plumbing assignments following recognized procedures and techniques of the trade of plumber.
• Ability to do minor repairs and/or replacement of electrical fixtures, devices and appliances as required.
• Willing to perform all daily operations and tests for the main steam boilers.
• Must be able to use and be comfortable on lifts and scaffolding to change light bulbs and do elevated work from time to time.
• Ability to prioritize work orders and daily work tasks with regard to safety, student/faculty/staff comfort/satisfaction and general campus appearance/presentation.
• Required to perform minor inspectional duties where directed. May perform minor supervisory duties where a helper is assigned.
• Must maintain all work areas and mechanical rooms in a safe, clean operating condition.
• Must report unsafe conditions of buildings or equipment damage to supervisor.
• Willing to participate in MEP and Boiler operation training courses.
• Must use and be trained on the WC tablet based work order system.
• Willing to be in the on-call rotation for emergency work on campus after hours and on weekends.
• Must be willing and able to clear snow both by hand and machine and have reliable transportation to get to the college during inclement weather.
• Perform other duties when assigned.

Qualifications:

• Work involves moving or lifting of equipment, materials, and tools.
• Climbing extension ladders, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or movement within confined areas including equipment, crawl and attic spaces.
• Must be willing and able to work in all buildings or out of doors in all seasons.
• Able to operate power tools and equipment.
• May be required to work evenings, nights and weekends.
• Required to stand on call duty approximately once a month and required to carry a telephone during this time.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to read blue prints and schematic diagrams.
• Must be energetic, have a positive attitude, be self-motivated and be willing to work independently.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• High School Diploma, GED or suitable equivalent.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and a clean driving history.

Salary: $19.92 per hour