Grounds Mechanic

University-System-of-New-Hampshir; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) is seeking a skilled automotive mechanic for its Facilities division in Durham. The role focuses on safe operation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of department vehicles and equipment, with duties expanding to snow removal planning and leading Grounds staff.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of automotive mechanical experience, plus familiarity with engines, electrical systems, and diagnostic tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus four years of experience as an automotive mechanic.
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines, automotive components, electrical schematics.
• Ability to use computers, tablets, and software systems for work duties.
• Flexible schedule including nights and weekends during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement of department equipment and vehicles.
• Diagnose engine, transmission, electrical, and brake issues; repair and tune small engines.
• Lead Grounds and Events staff; mentor turf staff and new employees.
• Participate in winter snow removal planning, scheduling and supervision.
• Follow safety policies, maintain required trainings, and stay current on best practices.

Skills

Automotive repair

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Leadership

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Under general supervision of designated supervisor, perform skilled mechanical work on department vehicles and equipment. Responsible for providing excellent customer service, communicating directly and effectively with stakeholders, coordinating equipment, materials, and other resources in addition to communicating with supervisors about labor needs to meet needs and requests. Serves as a department leader and mentor to all Grounds and Events staff. UNH Facilities is a 24/7/365 operation and this position has responsibilities related to campus safety, athletic event support and winter time snow operations.

Duties/Responsibilities

Mechanical work and customer service (70%)

Perform all duties for the safe operation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of department equipment and vehicles. Including but not limited to: diagnosing and repairing engine, transmission, electrical, and brake malfunctions; rebuilding and repairing small engines, carburetors, ignition, and electrical systems; tune up of small engines; repairing, rebuilding and inspection of hydraulic pumps, control valves, and hoses; repairing, rebuilding and inspection of: muffler, exhaust systems, fan belts, tires, oil, oil filters, air filters, batteries, and windshield wipers. Serve as the primary authority for forecasting vehicle and equipment replacement schedules.

Winter snow operations (10%)

Participate in the planning, scheduling, and supervision of winter snow removal/plowing. Coordinate with supervisors on equipment needs for snow removal, including repair and replacement. Maintain a plow route as necessary. Participate in the on-call rotation for snow call back and respond to snow/ice calls, including during off hours, as needed.

Leadership and mentorship to the Facilities division (10%)

Participate, support, and demonstrate Facilities Forward concepts and contribute to a positive work culture. Demonstrate leadership qualities during work activities. Mentor, develop, and train turf staff and new employees. Oversee and provide feedback about contractors working on campus as needed.

Safety and training (10%)

Follow all safety practices/policies/procedures, techniques and precautions in performance of duties. Keep current on all required safety trainings, code/license updates and any certifications required. Continuously seek out professional development opportunities that will benefit the University and your technical skills to stay current on technical skills and be knowledgeable of best practices, future trends and technologies.

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent plus four years of experience as an automotive mechanic in a commercial, industrial or highway garage.

Knowledge of methods, tools and equipment of the trade; principles of internal combustion engines and automotive components; applicable codes/ordinances; electrical schematics.

Knowledge and ability to use computers, tablets, smart phones, and software systems to perform work duties.

Ability to report to work under emergency weather conditions and work a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends during emergency and weather events.

Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job, including heavy work with exposure to inclement weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.

Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary.

Required Licenses & Certifications

Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Compensation Pay Range

$17.57 - $28.96

Benefits

More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location

Durham

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The University System of New Hampshire is the largest provider of postsecondary education in the Granite State. With approximately 30,000 enrolled students annually and more than 90,000 alumni living in state, the institutions of the University System - the University of New Hampshire - Durham, the University of New Hampshire School of Law, the University of New Hampshire at Manchester, Plymouth State University, and Keene State College - have a direct impact on hundreds of thousands of New Hampshire citizens every year.