Campus Operations - Maintenance - Maintenance Mechanic (Temporary)

TITLE: Maintenance Mechanic (Temporary)

DEPARTMENT: Campus Operations - Maintenance

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: Reports to working Maintenance Forman

JOB PURPOSE: To perform basic skilled and/or semi-skilled work in the repair and maintenance of Wagner buildings and all campus related facilities.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

• Perform general and various construction or repair work involving knowledge of several maintenance areas such as general maintenance, carpentry, painting and  masonry.
• Perform a variety of tasks involving electrical, plumbing, roof repair, painting, carpentry and flooring at buildings and campus facilities.
• Use and maintain the more common hand and power tools of the trade.
• Frequently lift and move heavy or large objects.
• Construct, install and repair a variety of building supports, fixtures or accessories.

Non-Essential Functions

• Communicate with the Forman and assistant concerning materials and tools needed to complete work orders.
• Sign off on completed work orders.

Nothing in this job description restricts Management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time

QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience:

• Prior maintenance or related field work preferred.
• Knowledge of building crafts and facility maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical and plumbing methods, tools, equipment and materials.
• Basic knowledge of techniques used in painting, carpentry, roofing and floor maintenance.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision or instruction.
• Ability to prioritize projects or requested work orders.

Education:

• High School Diploma

Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License

Desired Work Traits:

• Strong initiative with the ability to work with limited direct supervision.
• The successful candidate will be expected tobe available to work overtime when needed for important events. (Such as: an Open House, Homecoming, Commencement, and Athletic events important to the Wagner community). These dates are almost always posted on a calendar of events in advance.

Communication/Interpersonal Skills:

• Good telephone skills for interacting with outside vendors and ordering materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various campus constituencies.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

• The incumbent employee shall be included in the Local 3 bargaining unit and shall be an employee subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Local 3 and Wagner College.
• Ability to work overtime when necessary.
• Ability to wear and work with appropriate safety masks and required protective equipment.
• Some conditions may require the ability to be exposed to a variety of temperatures, dust, dirt and noise from equipment.
• Some conditions may require the ability to climb, lift or move heavy and large objects.
• See attached physical assessment form.

 

 

 

Wagner College, founded in 1883, seamlessly blends professional programs with a liberal arts grounding for a comprehensive, experiential-forward education that fosters well-rounded, adaptable graduates. The college’s verdant residential campus offers a traditional college experience on New York City’s Staten Island.

Wagner prides itself on robust student support services, including personalized academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, and a wide array of wellness programs. Students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful lives through the faculty’s dedication to promoting scholarship, achievement, leadership and citizenship.

Wagner College offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, pension and paid time off benefits to all full-time employees. The Wagner College Office of Human Resources partners with all members of the College community to cultivate a work environment that values equal opportunity, diversity equity inclusion and access, professional development and individual excellence.

Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for empl