27-55 Preventative Maintenance Technician (MR2) – Facilities Division

West Chester University•West Chester University, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania’s Facilities Division invites applicants for the vacant position of Preventative Maintenance Repairman. The shift for the position is Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good. WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities. Under the supervision of the Preventative Maintenance (PM) Shop Foreman, the selected candidate will perform journey level work in multiple trades. The PM team performs the regular and routine maintenance of equipment for WCU’s educational and general buildings. Work consists of both scheduled and unscheduled basic maintenance repairs of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry services needs throughout campus, to maximize the lifecycle & reliability of equipment, reduce downtime of unexpected equipment failures, reduce safety risks and reduce the cost of repairs.

Requirements

Four years of experience in building and plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades OR Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1; OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training
Valid Driver's License Required
Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices used in at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved.
Ability to care for and use the tools and equipment utilized in the trades involved.
Ability to detect defects in equipment and to make proper repairs or adjustments.
Ability to lead a small group of semi-skilled workers.
Ability to interpret and work from pencil sketches and diagrams.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to operate and/or utilize basic lawn care and snow removal equipment.
Ability to lift and move heavy objects and to work under adverse weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with mechanical equipment repairs
Completion of a trade school program
Experience working in the commercial electrical field
Minimum of three years’ experience working for a general contractor

Responsibilities

Perform minor bathroom and kitchen repairs, cabinets, fixtures, and partitions
Repair and replace suspended ceilings and ceiling tiles
Repair various types of flooring i.e., carpet, tile, wood
Clean, lubricate, inspect, repair / replace certain equipment parts as necessary
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance via verbal and written instructions
Understanding building automation systems and field components
Test systems before returning/placing them in operation
Replace & re-lamp existing lighting
Repair or replace basic plumbing fixtures such as sinks, faucets, flushometers, toilets, and showers
Perform other duties as assigned