Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Southeastern University; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern University is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the 2nd shift to ensure the functionality of campus facilities. This full-time role requires hands-on experience in maintenance and general repairs alongside a solid educational background. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing systems, assisting the Director of Maintenance Operations, and providing support for campus functions.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• 5 years of maintenance experience needed.
• Trade certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace various fixtures and equipment across campus.
• Maintain all specified areas of the campus.
• Assist with tasks related to maintenance operations.

Skills

General maintenance skills

Ability to troubleshoot HVAC

Repair/replace fixtures

Education

High School/GED

Associate’s degree or trade certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: FL - Main Campus - Lakeland, FL

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School/GED

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Category: Facilities

Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

JOB SUMMARY

Maintain all areas of campus as deemed by the Director of Maintenance Operations. Provides support to campus functions.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:Director of Maintenance Operation

Supervisory Responsibility:None

Indirect Supervisory Responsibility: None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES -May include, but is not limited to the following:

• Repair/replace lights, switches, receptacles, windows, glass, handles, doors, door locks, door closures, hinges, faucets, shower valves, drains, toilets, urinals, furniture, sheet rock, door jambs, water heaters – gas and electric, etc.
• Provide assistance to the Director of Maintenance Operations, and other maintenance mechanics in removing and/or repairing air conditioners and other various tasks related to the maintenance areas.
• Maintain all areas of campus as deemed by the Director of Maintenance Operations.
• Provide support to campus functions
• Perform any task required by the Director of Maintenance Operations.

ADDITIONAL/NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

N/A

All remaining duties are considered "nonessential" within the context of the ADA, which means that the function could be reassigned to another employee in order to allow a disabled individual to hold the position. Alternatively, the manager could try to provide a reasonable accommodation so that the disabled individual could perform the function.

LOCATION

Lakeland Main Campus

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required Education:

High School/GED in High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education:

Associate’s degree or trade certification

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Trade certifications are preferred

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• General maintenance skills.
• Five years of apartment/institutional maintenance experience.

Preferred:

Proficient with computers and emails. Able to function the Microsoft office suite.

LOCATION

Lakeland Main Campus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

• Repair/replace lights, switches, receptacles, windows, glass, handles, doors, door locks, door closers, hinges, faucets, shower valves, drains, toilets, urinals, furniture, sheet rock, door jambs, water heaters – gas and electric, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot HVAC, and restaurant equipment.
• Replacing small motors or caps to restore service to the students as quickly as possible.
• Aid the Director of Maintenance Operations, and other maintenance mechanics in removing and/or repairing air conditioners and other various tasks related to the maintenance areas.
• Provide proper reports of events that occurred during and after the shift to the Director of Maintenance Operations and team.
• Carry the call phone Monday – Thursday weekly
• Have specific information on all buildings across campus.
• Oversee all emergencies that occur during the shift with minimal supervision.
• Ability to coordinate several projects and contractors across campus.
• Providing access and supervision in students' spaces after hours.
• Ability to prioritize emergency responses across campus throughout the shift.
• Completing the necessary reports for the Director of Maintenance Operations.

Preferred:

• Provide information to the Director of Maintenance Operations related to equipment needs, cleaning, sealing, caulking, and painting of buildings – interior/exterior.
• Ability to coordinate and communicate with outside contractors and oversee projects in the specific areas of responsibility.
• Ability to operate an aerial lift, forklift and other vehicles as the job requires.
• Be able to read, understand and interpret schematics, plans, and diagrams and drawings.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment.

• This position is considered Essential Personnel for the purposes of Emergency Response.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 50 lbs. Able to work in hot environments, work in tight spaces, on ladders. Must possess excellent hand/eye coordination as well as close vision. Must be able to work in high and low/precarious places.

Travel:

No

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

TRAINING

All new hires and employees transferring into a new position will have a 90-day probationary period within which to learn the functions of the job and to be evaluated. Following the probationary period, the employee can transition to regular status, have the probationary period extended in order to receive more training, or employment can be terminated. Required compliance training is as follows:

Various safety training provided by SEU

SAFETY

• SEU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management.
• Work-related injuries must be immediately reported to Security and Human Resources. When life or limb are at risk, please dial 911. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 24 hours of the incident.
• Emergency Employees report for or must remain at work in emergency situations. Dismissal or closure announcements do not apply to this position unless instructed otherwise by your direct supervisor or a member of the Leadership Team.

SCREENING

All full-time positions at SEU are deemed security-sensitive and require background checks. Employees required to drive their own personal vehicle, a rental car or an SEU vehicle in performance of their duties must pass an MVR records check and meet the requirements of the University’s insurance carrier in order to meet the requirements of the position.

DISCLAIMER

SEU is an at-will employer. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

SEU is committed to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All forms of discrimination against or harassment of a person because of his or her identification within a protected category are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This prohibition applies equally to conduct by and against employees, vendors, visitors, and students.

Southeastern University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. The equal opportunity policy will apply in University programs and activities, and all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. All employees of Southeastern University, by continued employment, agree to abide by the policies contained in the Employee Handbook and in the SEU Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.