Maintenance Mechanic II - Campus Services ( Evening Shift)

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University in Atlanta seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to ensure safe operation and upkeep of building facilities, electrical and mechanical systems, and plumbing. You will work the Sun–Thu shift from 4:00 pm to 12:30 am, performing repairs, preventive maintenance, and data logging to support campus operations.

Reading blueprints, repairing doors and hardware, patching ceilings, performing minor masonry and wood work, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations are core duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two years of building maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural, and general carpentry.
• Experience with computer or mobile applications.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints, drawings, schematics and written technical documents to locate trouble areas and complete repairs.
• Repairs and adjusts doors, windows, closures, panic devices and locks.
• Patches holes, installs escutcheons, repairs ceilings and floor tiles to maintain appearance.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Carpentry knowledge

Blueprint reading

Computer applications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Description

The Maintenance Mechanics maintains the safe operation and maintenance of building facilities, electrical, and mechanical systems and plumbing. We are seeking a candidate to work the shift of Sun - Thurs (4pm - 12:30am)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reads and interprets blueprints, drawings, schematics and written technical documents of general machineries to locate area of trouble and complete repairs accurately.
• Repairs and adjusts doors, windows, closures, panic devices and locks.
• Patches holes, installs escutcheons, repairs ceiling and floor tile as needed to maintain building appearance.
• Makes minor masonry and wood repairs.
• Installs pictures, coat hooks, other wall hung furnishings, and equipment as requested.
• Responsible for operating and maintaining specific equipment, conducting surveys and inventories, performing preventive maintenance activities, responding to customer complaints, and repairing equipment.
• May perform daily chemical tests on water systems and adjust chemical mixtures and feed rates.
• Is responsible for conducting surveys and inventories of buildings and equipment.
• Enters data into computer systems and databases.
• Maintains records and files; interprets applicable regulations and filing and auditing policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Ensures compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures.
• Practices all applicable safety regulations and uses personal protective equipment as required.
• Responds to customer requests and complaints in a timely and appropriate manner; identifies and records need or problem and determines best approach to resolve situation following departmental guidelines.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma and two years of experience in building maintenance, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural, and general carpentry.
• Working knowledge of computer or mobile applications.
• Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Some positions within this classification may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop, twist, climb a ladder, and walk for distances up to one mile.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: [phone] (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at [e-mail] or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.