Maintenance Mechanic

The purpose of this position is to assist the HVAC/ Plumbing trades in the maintenance & repair of campus buildings, college housing and plant campus buildings, college housing and plant equipment.

Duties will vary depending on specialty:

• Knowledge of Plumbing/HVAC/Steam systems
• Repair and maintain water piping, soil waste and vent piping for all plumbing fixtures and appurtenances; determine method of repair, supplies and tools required.
• Assist HVAC techs in maintenance and repairs of campus wide refrigeration and air handler systems
• Assist in repairs of steam and water distribution across campus
• Service fire pumps in campus buildings
• Assist other trades in shops including carpentry and electrical
• Log hours and a description of work done and materials used in performing work orders.
• Regularly scheduled on call duty required.
• Perform work orders and inspect buildings for problems
• Log hours and a description of work done and materials used in performing work orders
• Regularly scheduled on call duty required

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED is required along with a valid NC driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and safely without supervision is essential. The position requires someone with strong communication skills and ability to judge and prioritize work and manage a variety of service calls.
• Ability to take accountability and direct activity of the team.
• Work will require working in awkward or cramped areas work and both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
• After hours duty is required on a rotating schedule to handle trouble calls.
• Position is classified as essential personnel during inclement weather and school closings.

Preferred:

• Preferred qualifications include 3-5 years experience.
• Knowledge of volt meters and refrigerant gauges.
• Carpentry

Information about how to submit an application can be found at https://employment.davidson.edu.