General Mechanic

University of Scranton; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated general mechanic to support its maintenance team. This role involves performing minor repairs across plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks, ensuring that the campus facilities remain in excellent condition. The ideal candidate will also assist with grounds keeping, including landscaping and snow removal, contributing to a clean and safe environment for students and staff. If you have a passion for maintaining facilities and supporting a diverse community in a Catholic and Jesuit setting, this full-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in facility maintenance required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift 50 pounds necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Conduct grounds keeping and custodial work as needed.
• Setup and move furniture in various university spaces.

Skills

Electrical repairs

Plumbing repairs

Carpentry

Grounds keeping

Custodial work

Lifting and carrying (50 pounds)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.

The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:

Elizabeth M. Garcia
Title IX Coordinator
The Office of Equity and Diversity
Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315
[e-mail]
[phone]
https://www.scranton.edu/equity-diversity/

The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The University’s mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at https://www.scranton.edu/about/jesuit-tradition/index.shtml.

Department

Department Facilities

Job Purpose

The position is a general mechanic that reports to the Dorm Maintenance Supervisor and performs minor electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry work for buildings on and off campus as assigned. Position also entails grounds keeping which includes landscaping and snow removal work as well as custodial work as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of plumbing fixtures, valves and other devices as required.
2. Perform minor repairs and/or replacements of electrical fixtures devices and appliances as required.
3. Perform minor carpentry work as required to repair windows, doors, hardware, screens and furniture.
4. Perform as required and/or direct snow plowing and ice removal, salting and clearing of areas of all snow.
5. Grounds work to include shrubbery care, landscaping, cutting of grass and grooming of athletic fields and complex and all University areas.
6. Custodial work including cleaning of all university area.
7. Setup and move furniture in student rooms, lounges and other support spaces in the University.

Additional Skills Required

1. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
2. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
3. Must be able to support the University’s commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture.
4. Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University’s Catholic and Jesuit mission.
5. High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Job Experience Requirements

1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in care and maintenance of similar facilities.

Schedule/Work Hours

Tuesday through Saturday, 3:00 pm-11:30 pm

Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time

Posting Information

Posting Number: S0903P
Open Date: 02/07/2025
Close Date: 02/21/2025
Open Until Filled: No

Contact Information

Office of Human Resources | St. Thomas Hall, Suite 100 | The University of Scranton | Scranton, PA 18510-4633 | Phone: [phone] | Fax: [phone]