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Maintenance Technician

Drexel University
Elkins Park, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 May 2025

About the role

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repair, maintenance and renovation of the University's properties and facilities to include leased and/or rented area's owned and/or occupied by the University.

Essential Functions

  • Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment such as pumps, electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, emergency lighting, motors and machinery. 
  • Installs, repairs and replacements mechanical, kitchen and electrical equipment including pumps, boilers, HVAC equipment, light ballast’s, motors, plumbing, door hardware, etc. as required. 
  • Repairs and renovations to include electrical, plumbing, carpentry, drywall installation, doorframes, hardware, furniture on such items as chairs, lock sets, shelving, stair treads, desks etc. as required 
  • Applies primer, paint, varnish, stains, lacquer, etc. to the interior and exterior surfaces of the University property. 
  • Installs, repairs and replaces pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures to maintain the heating, water, gas, drainage and other systems of the University.
  • Lifts and moves equipment, materials, supplies and furniture such as desks and file cabinets within the same location or from one campus location to another, as required.
  • Performs outside campus work assignments such as trash removal, snow removal, etc., as required. 
  • Assigned special projects, as needed such as trash removal, cleaning and landscaping. 
  • Other related duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of HS Diploma or GED. 
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in general maintenance to include plumbing, electrical, mechanical and carpentry fields.
  • Valid driver’s license in state of residence with acceptable driving history.
  • Ability to climb ladders, perform manual labor and lift objects of up to 80 lbs.
  • Must be able to operate power tools related to maintenance, snow removal, cleaning and landscaping.
  • Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding or another elevated lifting platform devices.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to use desktop computer and smartphone to access computerized programs such as work orders, training and internet searches for parts/manuals.
  • Installation of telecommunications and computer cables.
  • Ability to work independently.

Physical Demands

  • Lifting demands > 50lbs

Location

  • Salus Campus - Elkins Park

Additional Information
This is a Full-Time Union position classified as Non-Exempt.  Benefits and compensation are based on the agreed Collective Bargaining Agreement for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

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Company

Drexel University

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