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Mechanic Class A - Residence Halls
Drexel UniversityPhiladelphia, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Nov 2025
About the role
Job Summary
The Mechanic Class A - Residence Halls will be responsible for maintenance services in the university residence halls.
Essential Functions
- Maintaining, repairing, and installing plumbing fixtures and hardware, such as: faucets, drains, showers, manual and automatic flushometers, sinks, water closets, urinals, valves, and piping.
- Performing general repair tasks, including: ceiling repair, door repair, installing hardware, lamp replacement, and light fixture repair.
- Clearing and unclogging drains and repairing leaks.
- Reading and interpreting mechanical plans and prints.
- Completing daily work order assignments under minimum supervision.
- Working at heights greater than 10 feet from ladders, scaffold and lift equipment.
- Wearing of respiratory protective equipment (annual pulmonary fit test required).
- Performing additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a HS Diploma or GED in or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
Physical Demands
- Typically standing, walking
- Typically bending, crouching, stooping
- Lifting demands > 50lbs
Location
- University City - Philadelphia, PA
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 when submitting your application.
A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
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