Maintenance Technician

Salem Academy and College invites applications for the Maintenance Technician.  This full-time position reports to the Assistant Director of Operations.

About Salem Academy and College:

Salem Academy and College is the oldest continuously operating educational institution for girls and women in the country.  Since 1772, the institution has engaged in transformational change to innovate women’s education. Founded with the mission of making education accessible to all, Salem has a rich 253-year-old history and a long-standing track record of educating students who are prepared to make a bold impact locally, nationally and globally through liberal arts education. Our graduates are committed to making the world a better, healthier and more equitable place. Salem College is the nation’s only liberal arts college exclusively dedicated to developing the next generation of health leaders.

Position Summary:

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Operations, as an essential employee, the Maintenance Technician reports directly to the Assistant Director of Operations. The position is responsible for maintaining the buildings and related equipment, employee training, completing assigned work for routine maintenance, project work, and setups for special functions in a timely, efficient, and professional manner. Must be knowledgeable in general maintenance duties, building maintenance, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry. mechanical systems, and construction in the maintenance and repair of college facilities and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with maintaining physical plant such responsible for maintaining the buildings and related equipment in a timely, efficient, and professional manner. Must be knowledgeable in general building maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Provide general maintenance for the Salem campus.
• Respond to maintenance, repair and work order requests
• Check equipment and perform routine maintenance to ensure everything is in working order
• Repair malfunctioning equipment units and broken structures
• Assist with the snow removal as needed
• Work cooperatively and effectively with all members of the department, and other campus constituencies.

• Keeps work area, buildings, and property in clean and orderly condition.
• Performs routine maintenance activities.
• Performs maintenance duties, maintenance functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on needs for seasonal/project requirements.
• Use maintenance solutions and chemicals correctly in preparation of and during maintenance, according to instructions.
• Perform general construction assignments including carpentry, woodworking, drywall installation and repair, fence building and repair, and other associated tasks.
• Assists with managing inventory of maintenance supplies.
• Drives vehicles required to perform or travel to maintenance work, including Salem vehicles, vans, or industrial equipment.
• Notifies supervisors regarding the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Reports to supervisor/appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels within on-campus buildings and residence halls, responsible for reporting concerns related to on-campus residents.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Assists in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, during inclement weather, and during other circumstances requiring maintenance staffing.
• Must be flexible with work hours and have the ability to take 24 hours on-call duty.
• Performs other tasks, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

POSITION KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Strong understanding of general maintenance processes and methods.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to safely use maintenance equipment and supplies.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to maintenance trade.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects up to 60lbs
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Excellent communication, oral, interpersonal, and writing skills.
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Work independently with demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of general maintenance best practices, procedures, and terms associated with building maintenance, and physical plant operations.
• Knowledge of inventory control practices.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship between diverse operating groups, personnel, and organizations.
• Ability to organize work and maintain schedules.
• Ability to cope and adapt to changing requirements, needs, and goals (sometimes rapidly changing).
• Ability to perform repetitive motion for long periods of time.
• Excellent manual dexterity, innovative/critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate proficiency with technology, computers, and computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Ability to efficiently and accurately enter, edit, mark as completed, add notes, complete work orders, etc. within CMMS system.
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices

Required Qualifications:

• Submit to random drug testing
• Significant general maintenance experience with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a fitness for duty evaluation.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid driver's license.

Physical Functions:

• Bend, squat, stand, kneel, walk, run, crawl, and climb.
• Regularly ascend/descend stairs.
• Walk for long distances and sit for varying lengths of time.
• Work may necessitate accessing and working in confined spaces or high spaces.
• Must be physically able to perform tasks appropriately.
• Must be physically able to operate the equipment required to perform duties.
• Work in an indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing temperatures.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders, and work at heights
• Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing or pulling required of objects up to 60 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Salem Academy and College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.