Job Description

Title: Maintenance Mechanic
Department: Campus Operations – Maintenance
Employment Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Organizational Relationship: Reports to the Maintenance Foreman

Job Purpose

To perform basic skilled and semi-skilled work in the repair and maintenance of Wagner College buildings and all campus-related facilities.

Duties/Responsibilities Essential Functions

• Perform general construction, maintenance, and repair work requiring knowledge in multiple trades, including general maintenance, carpentry, painting, and masonry.
• Perform a variety of tasks involving electrical, plumbing, roof repair, painting, carpentry, and flooring in campus buildings and facilities.
• Use and maintain common hand tools and power tools of the trade.
• Frequently lift and move heavy or large objects.
• Construct, install, and repair building supports, fixtures, and accessories.

Non-Essential Functions

• Communicate with the Foreman and Assistant Foreman regarding materials and tools needed to complete work orders.
• Sign off on completed work orders using the online work order system via mobile device, tablet, or computer.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Qualifications Work Experience

• Prior maintenance or related field experience preferred.
• Knowledge of building trades and facility maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical, and plumbing methods, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Basic knowledge of techniques used in painting, carpentry, roofing, and floor maintenance.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision or instruction.
• Ability to prioritize projects and assigned work orders.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Certifications

• None required.

Licenses

• Valid driver’s license required.

Desired Work Traits

• Strong initiative with the ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
• Availability to work overtime when needed for important campus events such as Open House, Homecoming, Commencement, and athletic events. These dates are generally posted in advance on the campus events calendar.

Communication/Interpersonal Skills

• Good telephone skills for interacting with outside vendors and ordering materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various campus constituencies.

Computer Skills

• Basic ability to use mobile devices, tablets, or computers for work order systems.

Special Considerations

• This position is included in the Local 3 bargaining unit and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Local 3 and Wagner College.
• Ability to work overtime when necessary.
• Ability to wear and work with required safety masks and protective equipment.
• Some conditions may require exposure to varying temperatures, dust, dirt, and noise from equipment.
• Some conditions may require climbing, lifting, or moving heavy and large objects.
• See attached physical assessment form.

Nothing in this job description restricts Management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Wagner College, founded in 1883, seamlessly blends professional programs with a liberal arts grounding for a comprehensive, experiential-forward education that fosters well-rounded, adaptable graduates. The college’s verdant residential campus offers a traditional college experience on New York City’s Staten Island.

Wagner prides itself on robust student support services, including personalized academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, and a wide array of wellness programs. Students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful lives through the faculty’s dedication to promoting scholarship, achievement, leadership and citizenship.

Wagner College offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, pension and paid time off benefits to all full-time employees. The Wagner College Office of Human Resources partners with all members of the College community to cultivate a work environment that values equal opportunity, diversity equity inclusion and access, professional development and individual excellence.

Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wagner College complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.