Maintenance Mechanic 1 (1st Shift)

Daemen University; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement contributions

Tuition waiver

Generous time off

Job summary

Daemen University is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic 1 to handle general building maintenance and repairs. This role requires a high school diploma, valid New York State driver's license, and at least 5 years of experience in a similar setting. Key responsibilities include maintaining plumbing fixtures, performing repairs, and conducting preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment. The starting salary is $18 per hour, with a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and tuition waivers for employees and their dependents.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in building maintenance.
• Valid New York State driver's license.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance repairs.
• Maintain and replace sinks, toilets, and drinking fountains.
• Perform repairs to furniture and installations.

Skills

General knowledge of building maintenance

General knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical

Ability to communicate effectively

Problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools for building trades

Job description

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student‑centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and instilling the understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever‑changing, diverse, and interconnected world.

Purpose of Role

Under supervision, the Maintenance Mechanic 1 performs all general building maintenance repairs. The role requires knowledge in basic electrical, plumbing, and heating sufficient to make minor improvements and replacements. Preferred to have additional basic knowledge in carpentry, masonry, and vehicle maintenance.

About This Opportunity

Joining our Maintenance team, the Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for the following:

• Maintain and replace sinks, toilets, urinals, and drinking fountains.
• Perform repairs to furniture.
• Repair and/or replace/install new ceilings and flooring.
• Repair and installation of lighting fixtures, light switches, receptacles, and smoke detectors.
• Perform various patching, painting, and staining tasks.
• Minor drywall repairs.
• Adjust and repair door hardware including closures and exit devices.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment, including lubrication of pumps and motors, changing filters and belts.
• Adjust, minor repairs and preventative maintenance to boilers and ventilation systems.
• Perform minor masonry repairs and concrete work.
• Move furniture, hang pictures, banners, and other signage.
• Assemble, repair chairs, desks, shelving units, etc.
• Maintain university vehicles and equipment.
• Handle/assist with university event set‑ups and breakdowns.
• Inspect buildings, facilities, and equipment to ascertain required repairs and make recommendations to supervisor.
• Basic computer skills to operate software for automation system – view only.
• Serve as essential personnel, meaning the position may be needed when the University is closed or in an emergency as determined by a supervisor.
• Any other duties which may be assigned by the Assistant Directors or Director.

Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in building maintenance in a similar setting.
• Valid New York State driver's license that satisfies both the University and insurance company underwriting rules for driving a university‑owned motor vehicle.
• Ability to drive a university vehicle for the purpose of performing university business on a regular basis.
• Position is considered essential personnel and is required to work overtime and weekends as required by inclement weather or scheduled campus events as directed by supervision.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to follow department Uniform Policy.
• Willingness to work some Saturdays as part of a Saturday rotation of all maintenance mechanics.
• Basic knowledge and provision of personal hand tools for building trades sufficient to perform minor repairs in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of building maintenance.
• General knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and heating repairs.
• General knowledge of construction principles; good mechanical abilities.
• Knowledge of proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools related to job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively as an individual or within a team as well as with diverse groups.
• Ability to work overtime to respond to emergencies.
• Ability to work in a service‑oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.
• Problem‑solving skills and sound judgment in a technical environment.
• Basic computer skills necessary to use a work order system.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and evenings as necessary.
• Adhere to safety procedures in the performance of job and be conscious of security issues involved in daily routine.
• Ability to perform all above essential job functions for a minimum of an eight‑hour shift, with one‑half hour unpaid meal break, without significant risk of serious injury.
• Ability to learn and perform all essential job functions accurately, with minimal direct supervision, within two weeks after the employee begins work.
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude.
• Starting from $18 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Total Compensation

Daemen University offers a robust total compensation package that includes:

• Health insurance with an option of two plans: an HSA plan with the deductible funded by employer HSA contributions, or a copay plan.
• Dental insurance through the Guardian network.
• Vision insurance through the Guardian network, with an option between the VSP or Davis plans.
• An 8% employer contribution to the retirement savings account when employees contribute just 5%.
• Fully paid long‑term disability insurance and guaranteed‑issue life insurance for new hires up to a volume of $150,000.
• Tuition waiver for full‑time employees and their qualified dependents, and entry into Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities to pursue education at other institutions.
• Generous time off for administrative and staff employees.

Salary: $21 per hour