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Senior Maintenance Mechanic

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Requirements

  • Successful candidates must have experience inspecting, installing, repairing, maintaining, and wiring any electrical apparatus or electrical device and circuit of any voltage up to 480 volts.

Benefits

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University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Senior Maintenance Mechanic Job Profile Title Mechanic Maintenance Senior Job Description Summary Maintenance Mechanic is a multi-trade technician who works with a team of mechanics to maintain campus buildings and ensure the proper maintenance of all aspects of our operations. The position must have a vocational degree in the electrical trade with multiple years of field experience. Duties include, inspections, installation, repair maintain and monitor building equipment with a working knowledge of electrical systems up to 480 volts. Successful candidates must have experience inspecting, installing, repairing, maintaining and wiring any electrical apparatus or electrical device and circuit of any voltage up to 480 volts. Operates switch gear up to 13,200 volts. Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on motors, pumps, compressors, controls and building automation systems. Job Description This position is located in Kennett Square, PA (Chester County) which is approximately 33 miles outside of Philadelphia. There is no public transportation at this location. You must have your own transportation. Job Responsibilities Inspect, install, repair, maintain, and monitor building equipment with a working knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical systems up to 480 volts, and plumbing equipment. Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on motors, pumps, compressors, controls, and building automation systems. Perform inspections of building aspects to ensure their proper operation. Manage multiple projects to completion, including providing estimates of material costs and determining any equipment necessary to complete a task. Complete repairs to mechanical equipment to resolve equipment breakdowns. Installation of new equipment or completion of construction projects as outlined by the Director of Facilities. Troubleshoot building mechanical systems to determine the cause of equipment failures and return systems to normal operations with minimal downtime. Respond to building occupant requests regarding the operation of the building or their equipment within the building. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned


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