Job description
Consider joining the Facilities department at UNE. We offer a set schedule, opportunity to advance your skills and career as well a host of generous benefits including great educational benefits that would allow you, a spouse/partner and dependents to receive reduced and free tuition benefits both at UNE and other institutions throughout the United States. UNE offers a signing bonus of $500.
The General Maintenance Tech I position is an entry level position with room for advancement. You should be a self-motivated individual who can work alone with minimum direction, as well as in a team environment. The day to day tasks include setting up and moving classroom and auditorium furniture. This position will include grounds work, interior and exterior painting, carpentry and basic plumbing skills.
The Maintenance Tech is part of the General Maintenance team, working primarily in Carpentry, Paint, Moves/Setups or Locksmithing. Daily supervision is received from the department lead position and formally reports to the Facilities Manager.
This position works primarily Monday through Friday, 1st shift. The ability to work evenings, weekends for winter storms, and an on-call rotation will be required.
Located in southern Maine with campuses in Biddeford and Portland, the University of New England offers students a highly integrated learning experience that promotes excellence through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in education, research, and service. UNE’s excellence could not happen without a dedicated and talented faculty and professional staff.
This position works primarily Monday through Friday, 1st shift. The ability to work evenings, weekends for winter storms, and an on-call rotation will be required.
Located in southern Maine with campuses in Biddeford and Portland, the University of New England offers students a highly integrated learning experience that promotes excellence through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in education, research, and service. UNE’s excellence could not happen without a dedicated and talented faculty and professional staff.
Responsibilities
- Performs a variety of Building Maintenance functions, primarily related to regular maintenance and completion of basic work orders.
- May perform some repairs on mechanical systems, basic plumbing, groundskeeping work, painting and carpentry.
- Assist with setting up or breaking down events
- Maintains tools, equipment, shop and vehicle in good order
- Assists in snow removal activities, shoveling, snow blowing, plowing.
- 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.
- On-Call phone carry responsibilities on a set schedule after training and qualification are met.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
High school education, plus 3 to 5 years of relevant technical training/experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
- Broad base of technical knowledge and skills related to painting, Carpentry, maintenance and repair, as well as general plumbing.
- Good general knowledge and skills related to building construction and repair.
- 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 will not be permitted to have an adverse influence upon decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
For those working in health care and clinical settings only: In order to protect the health and safety of the groups served, all students and employees who work in health care and clinical settings are required by Maine law to be vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the start of employment. Maine only allows for medical exemptions to the policy. If you believe you are eligible for a medical exemption to the vaccine policy, after receiving a conditional offer of employment, you may seek the exemption through Human Resources. That process will include presenting documentation from your health care provider that outlines your medical conditions that qualify for a medical exemption and the provider’s authorization of the medical exemption. Please note that individuals who are required to be vaccinated per Maine law as a condition of employment will not be employed or permitted to work until they are in compliance with the policy.
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