General Maintenance/Repair Associate

Vincennes University is seeking candidates for a General Maintenance/Repair Associate is responsible for minor repairs in plumbing, electrical,
HVAC, and carpentry. at our Jasper Campus.  Actual responsibilities contingent on the needs of the department and the University.

Duties and Responsibilities

Communications – Must have excellent verbal communication skills and be able to work independently and with other Physical Plant personnel.

• Repair lights by changing bulbs and ballasts.

• Repairs and performs preventive and general maintenance on all type of HVAC, mechanical and custodial equipment.

• Scheduled cleaning, lubrication, and replacement mechanical equipment, etc.

• Inspects mechanical equipment. Makes minor repairs and recommendations for major repairs.

• Keeps supervisor informed of potential problems with the buildings and mechanical systems

• Checks operation of boilers, cooling towers, and water softeners and other systems and equipment as designated. Works independently or with other personnel maintaining equipment.

• Assist other trades with repairs, renovations, and paint, roof or construction-type projects.

• Maintains and repairs Fire Alarm, Control, and Security, Electrical, and HVAC systems.

• Operate grounds and snow removal equipment as needed.

• Cleaning as needed throughout campus.

• Other duties, within the Physical Plant as assigned.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Related skills in a combination of the following areas: mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, boilers, minor electrical, building trades, and related preventive maintenance, Experience in several of these trades preferred.

• Two years documented experience in maintenance in the institutional, commercial, or industrial environment.

• Interprets and work from rough sketches, drawings and blue prints, and follows both verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to instruct assistants and follow instructions. Provide instruction to assistants, and assist with training new co-workers.

• Understand and follow all safety procedures and use of safety equipment.

• Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers, faculty & staff, students and the general public; will be required to work as a member on large projects.

• May work under emergency and difficult situations.

• Experienced and comfortable working in heights with agility and balance, on scaffolding, ladders, and lifts.

• Will respond to emergency situations and call-ins. Able to work with limited supervision.

• Skilled in the operation and use of tools, chemicals, materials, and equipment of the building maintenance.

• May be required to perform weekend/holiday building checks on rotation, and respond to calls.

• Maybe required to work different shifts and hours.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Interested applicants should submit a Vincennes University application, cover letter, resume/cv, and full contact information for three professional references.