Careers at Drexel

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repair, maintenance and renovation of the University's properties and facilities to include leased and/or rented area's owned and/or occupied by the University.

The schedule will be M-F 11AM to 8PM. 

Essential Functions

• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment such as pumps, electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, emergency lighting, motors and machinery.
• Installs, repairs and replaces mechanical, kitchen and electrical equipment including pumps, boilers, HVAC equipment, light ballast’s, motors, plumbing, door hardware, etc. as required.
• Repairs and renovations to include electrical, plumbing, carpentry, drywall installation, doorframes, hardware, furniture on such items as chairs, lock sets, shelving, stair treads, desks etc. as required.
• Applies primer, paint, varnish, stains, lacquer, etc. to the interior and exterior surfaces of the University property.
• Installs, repairs and replaces pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures to maintain the heating, water, gas, drainage and other systems of the University.
• Lifts and moves equipment, materials, supplies and furniture such as desks and file cabinets within the same location or from one campus location to another, as required.
• Performs outside campus work assignments such as trash removal, snow removal, etc., as required.
• Assigned special projects, as needed such as trash removal, cleaning and landscaping.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a HS Diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years' experience in general maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, mechanical, painting and carpentry fields.
• Ability to perform manual labor, such as: climbing ladders, lifting objects of up to 80 lbs, and working on elevated platforms (ladders, scaffolding, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with installation of telecommunications and computer cables.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to use desktop computer and smartphone to access computerized programs such as work orders, training and internet searches for parts/manuals.
• Ability to operate power tools related to maintenance, snow removal, cleaning and landscaping.

Physical Demands

• Lifting demands > 50lbs

Location

• Salus Campus - Elkins Park

Additional Information

This is a Full-Time Union position classified as Non-Exempt. Benefits and compensation are based on the agreed Collective Bargaining Agreement for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.