Maintenance Mechanic

Davidson College; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Davidson College seeks a Maintenance Technician to assist HVAC, plumbing, and steam systems across campus buildings, housing, and plant facilities. You will perform repairs, support system maintenance, and log work orders, while participating in a rotating on-call schedule to address trouble calls.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and a valid NC driver’s license, with the ability to work independently, communicate clearly, and operate safely in indoor and outdoor environments

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently and safely without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in repair and maintenance of plumbing, HVAC, and steam systems across campus buildings.
• Assist HVAC technicians with refrigeration and air handling systems maintenance.
• Assist in repairs of steam and water distribution campus-wide.
• Service fire pumps in campus buildings.
• Log hours and describe work performed and materials used on work orders.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for trouble calls.

Skills

Plumbing/HVAC knowledge

Independent work

Communication skills

Safety awareness

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Volt meters

Refrigerant gauges

Job description

The purpose of this position is to assist the HVAC/ Plumbing trades in the maintenance & repair of campus buildings, college housing and plant campus buildings, college housing and plant equipment.

Duties will vary depending on specialty:

• Knowledge of Plumbing/HVAC/Steam systems
• Repair and maintain water piping, soil waste and vent piping for all plumbing fixtures and appurtenances; determine method of repair, supplies and tools required.
• Assist HVAC techs in maintenance and repairs of campus wide refrigeration and air handler systems
• Assist in repairs of steam and water distribution across campus
• Service fire pumps in campus buildings
• Assist other trades in shops including carpentry and electrical
• Log hours and a description of work done and materials used in performing work orders.
• Regularly scheduled on call duty required.
• Perform work orders and inspect buildings for problems
• Log hours and a description of work done and materials used in performing work orders
• Regularly scheduled on call duty required

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED is required along with a valid NC driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and safely without supervision is essential. The position requires someone with strong communication skills and ability to judge and prioritize work and manage a variety of service calls.
• Ability to take accountability and direct activity of the team.
• Work will require working in awkward or cramped areas work and both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
• After hours duty is required on a rotating schedule to handle trouble calls.
• Position is classified as essential personnel during inclement weather and school closings.

Preferred

• Preferred qualifications include 3-5 years experience.
• Knowledge of volt meters and refrigerant gauges.
• Carpentry