Sr Maintenance/Repair Technician (Emergency Tech)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring a Sr Maintenance/Repair Technician in Oxford, Ohio. This role involves performing general maintenance on university buildings, conducting preventive maintenance programs, and executing various repair tasks. Candidates must have mechanical training and experience along with a driver's license. The position involves continuous standing, walking, and lifting materials. A criminal background check is required, and the organization participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications

• Requires mechanical/trade training and repair/maintenance experience.
• Requires a driver's license.
• Knowledge in multiple maintenance trade areas is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance on university buildings.
• Conduct preventive maintenance programs.
• Assist in setting up stages and lighting systems for events.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Knowledge of carpentry

Electricity repair

Plumbing repair

Ability to read schematics

Education

Six months of mechanical/trade training beyond high school

Two years of repair/maintenance experience

Job description

Sr Maintenance/Repair Technician (Emergency Tech)

Performs a variety of mechanical tasks related to performing general maintenance on university buildings. Hours for this 4‑day, 10‑hour position are Wednesday through Saturday, 3:30 pm to 1:30 am.

Essential Duties

• Performs repair work; replaces tile; repairs doors and windows; stops sinks and other plumbing fixtures; repairs steam valves; replaces motors and pumps on heating/air conditioning equipment; repairs electric switches and receptacles
• Reviews work orders and investigates site; determines proper repair procedures; estimates time and materials needed
• Serves as informational resource to staff
• Plans and conducts a comprehensive preventive maintenance program
• Cleans and maintains tools and equipment
• May assist in setting up stages, rigging, curtains, and lighting system for special events

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires six months of mechanical/trade training beyond high school and two years of repair/maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Requires driver’s license

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of carpentry, electricity, and plumbing repair and maintenance
• Knowledge of mechanical repair
• Ability to read schematics

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated two or more years of experience in troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs in multiple maintenance trade areas

Working Conditions

Continuous standing or walking, frequent climbing, and lifting of materials weighing up to 75 pounds. Somewhat disagreeable working conditions. Some exposure to several unpleasant elements which are particularly disagreeable.

Additional Information

Criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free. This organization participates in E‑Verify.