Senior Mechanical Technician

University of New England; Biddeford (ME); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

Retirement plan match

Generous leave time and 12+ holidays

Job summary

The University of New England in Biddeford, Maine seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to support HVAC, BAS, and electrical/mechanical systems across campus facilities. This is a Monday–Friday 1st shift role with on-call during winter storms and potential evenings.

You will diagnose complex system issues, perform preventive maintenance, and coordinate with outside contractors. Qualifications include a high school diploma and 5 years of technical experience; Maine licenses such as Boiler

Qualifications

• High school education plus 5 years of relevant technical training and field experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex HVAC and mechanical system failures including boilers, pumps, air handling units and controls.
• Plan, supervise and assist with daily maintenance operations related to mechanical systems.
• Coordinate project work with outside contractors and vendors.

Skills

HVAC

BAS

Electrical systems

Plumbing

General mechanical

Education

High school diploma

Job description

This position will be part of the Mechanical Maintenance team working primarily in HVAC , Mechanical, Electrical or Automotive.

About The University of New England

UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

Benefits Overview

• Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
• Up to 8% retirement plan match.
• Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.

Educational benefits

• UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
• UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
• 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.
• Performs a variety of HVAC , Building Automation System ( BAS ) maintenance, Fleet vehicle operation, installation, and repair tasks, including complex installation and repair projects
• Maintains an appropriate inventory of supplies and materials.
• Plan, supervise and assist with daily maintenance operations related to the mechanical, automotive fleet, and/or electrical systems.
• Provide training, technical guidance, and mentorship to Mechanical Maintenance staff in apprentice and journeyman roles, including instruction on licensed mechanical systems, troubleshooting, and safe work practices.
• Coordinate project work with outside contractors and vendors and special projects.
• Assist the Mechanical Services Lead in coordinating daily mechanical maintenance activities and may provide task direction or technical guidance to other maintenance personnel.
• Complete, understand and comply with initial and annual employee regulatory compliance and safety training as assigned. Complies with all occupational safety and health standards, rules and regulations. Reports all hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to supervisor.
• Diagnose and resolve complex HVAC and mechanical system failures including boilers, pumps, air handling units, and controls.
• Provide technical support to other mechanical staff and assist in troubleshooting building automation and mechanical system performance issues.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school education, plus 5 years of relevant technical training and field experience.
• One or more of the following State of Maine licenses is required: Boiler Operator License, Oil Burner Technician License, Gas Technician License, Master Plumber License, or other relevant mechanical trade licenses. Licensed personnel may be responsible for ensuring work performed on regulated mechanical systems complies with State licensing requirements. For automotive assignments, State of Maine Inspection and ASE certifications required.
• Broad base of technical knowledge and skills related to heating, ventilation and air conditioning system installation, BAS maintenance and repair, as well as general plumbing and electrical systems.
• Primarily a Monday through Friday 1st shift job, but the ability to work evenings, weekends for winter storms, and an on-call rotation
• Physical ability to perform all primary job duties.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Additional Note

This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $36/hr

Posting Number

Posting Number 2022PS0964P

Open Date

Open Date 08/21/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

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