Building Maintainer

Union College Career Center in Becker Hall • Schenectady, NY

3d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Building Maintainer ensures the optimal functioning, safety, and appearance of campus facilities by maintaining and repairing physical structures throughout the College. The role performs routine maintenance and repairs on plumbing, electrical, and structural fixtures; addresses window issues, including repairs and replacement of parts; and performs minor carpet and vinyl composition tile replacements as needed. The position also reads and troubleshoots electric and gas meters to help ensure utilities function properly and safely.

The Building Maintainer participates in setup tasks, including moving furniture, and collaborates with team members to carry out logistics plans. The position generally works Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 40 hours per week, with a flexible schedule that may include weekends for special assignments or business needs. It is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position located in Schenectady, New York. The hourly pay range is $19.00–$20.00. The position is not eligible for relocation or visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Two years of general maintenance experience in a large educational, healthcare, or residential complex, or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and/or work experience.
• A valid New York State Driver's License.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
• Safety-consciousness.
• Ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods, including standing, walking, and bending.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including weekends.
• Ability to foster and enhance a thriving, diverse, inclusive, and culturally vibrant community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, faculty and staff colleagues, and alumni.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on plumbing, electrical, and structural fixtures.
• Repair windows and replace window parts as needed.
• Perform minor replacements of carpet and vinyl composition tiles.
• Read electric and gas meters accurately and regularly.
• Troubleshoot and promptly address issues related to electric and gas meters.
• Help ensure utilities function properly to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
• Participate in setup tasks, including furniture-moving assignments.
• Collaborate with team members to execute logistics plans effectively and efficiently.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends, for special assignments and business needs.

Benefits

• Generous vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Winter recess break in addition to paid holidays, in accordance with policy.
• Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP).
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts.
• Free access to the on-campus fitness facility and discounts for on-campus wellness programs.
• Pre-tax and post-tax participation in a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Salary continuation program in the event of disability.
• Tuition Exchange.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed