Location
Villanova, PA
Work Schedule:
full-time/12-months
Department: 792-FS – General Mechanics
Position
Summary
Why work at Villanova?
- Join a mission-driven organization. Since
Villanova University’s founding in 1842,
we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others. - Villanova
has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News &
World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward
momentum. - Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits
package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership,
professional development, tuition assistance, and more.
Under
moderate supervision, operates and maintains campus wide building(s) with regards to appearance, comfort elements, equipment operation,
lighting, life safety systems, building envelope issues (windows, doors, roofs) and maintain a preventive maintenance program for assigned
buildings in order to provide a safe environment in all University facilities, including classrooms, student residences, dining facilities,
laboratories, athletic facilities, and any other property or facility owned or operated by the University in accordance with applicable
standards of the trades and regulatory agencies.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The
University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and
values.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs, as required, all
building systems, equipment and fixtures consistent with manufacturer’s guidelines, design parameters, and accepted
practices. - Inspects buildings and roofs.
- Maintains, makes operational repairs and performs preventative maintenance tasks
for residential and commercial-type building systems, materials, equipment and fixtures. - Operates and keeps in good working order a
variety of equipment including hand and power tools, mobile electronic devices, measuring/diagnostic/testing meters and
instruments. - Reads and interprets basic blueprints, sketches, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Performs brazing, silver and
lead soldering, pipe fitting, welding and fabrication as required. - Performs various carpentry, masonry, painting, plumbing,
electrical, heating and air conditioning work as required. - Coordinates repairs with other trades, offices and departments affected
by all operations. - Assists in furniture and event setups and break downs, decorations for special functions, meetings,
etc. - Performs other duties as assigned within the normal scope of the department’s responsibilities and the individual’s
capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- HS diploma or equivalent and documentation indicating current
successful completion of formal training classes or programs and be able to exhibit acceptable life experiences in general maintenance
work. - Fully familiar with all building systems. Must be capable of learning to provide specifications, estimates and materials
procurement for all equipment installation and repairs required. ** Must have moderate experience in preventative maintenance procedures; in
meter reading and motor testing; in the repair and shutoff of gas, water, electrical, life safety systems (i.e. fire alarm, sprinkler, etc.)
and steam supplies. - Must have moderate knowledge of building and utilities construction, materials and inspection techniques, to
include life safety systems (i.e. fire alarm, sprinkler, etc.) light and power, water systems and refrigeration, elevators, exhaust systems,
and air handling units. - Basic Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Outlook skills.
- Must possess and maintain personal hand tools
required for the trade. - Must have the ability to follow both verbal and written directions in English; the ability to interact with
students, faculty, administration, and staff in a professional and positive manner, as well as the ability to read and understand NFPA and
IBC codes and OSHA guidelines, such as Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment safety data plates, fuel/chemical flash points,
etc. - Must have the ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, drawings/sketches, schematics and diagrams.
- Must be
proactive in keeping all mechanical/electrical spaces in assigned buildings clean and clear of all foreign combustible materials to comply
with risk management inspection requirements. - Must be proactive in re-mediating all visual and operational deficiencies in assigned
buildings and keeping them to a minimum. - Valid Driver’s License required with a good driving record and no traffic violations. Must
be able to meet and maintain VU driving privileges as outlined by Villanova’s Risk Management’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy for Driver’s of
University Vehicles. - Must possess current ANSI /OSHA compliant training card to operate aerial lift, bucket truck, fork lift or
all. - Must have the ability to erect and work on scaffolding as per OSHA standards.
- Must have an excellent safety
record.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours
Must have the physical ability to climb ladders, to
bend, reach, crawl, and lift up to 60 lbs; the ability to work in enclosed spaces.
Special Message to
Applicants
This is 2nd Shift M-F 3:00pm – 11:30pm
Salary Posting Information
$31.37 an hour
plus Shift differential of $1.50/hr
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