Mechanical Maintenance Lead

Mechanical Maintenance LeadThe Mechanical Maintenance Lead oversees a team of HVAC, Mechanical, Electrical, and Automotive staff, ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and repair of campus systems. This role manages projects, coordinates with vendors and contractors, supervises daily maintenance tasks, and upholds safety and regulatory standards.Position Type - Professional StaffFaculty TrackPosition Title - Mechanical Maintenance LeadEmployment Status - Full TimeMonths - 12Campus - Biddeford, MEResponsibilities - Performs a variety of HVAC and Building Automation System (BAS) maintenance, operation, installation, and repair tasks, including complex installation and repair projects. Performs variety of planning, scheduling and estimating tasks associated with preventive maintenance operations, capital project and planned deferred maintenance projects. Maintains an appropriate inventory of supplies and materials. Leads and directs the activities of mechanical technicians and other staff as assigned. Plan, supervise and assist with daily maintenance operations related to the mechanical and electrical systems. Coordinate project work with outside contractors and vendors and special projects. Assist Mechanical Services Supervisor with coordinating daily work assignments. Complete, understand and comply with initial and annual employee regulatory compliance and safety training as assigned. Complies with all occupational safety and health standards, rules and regulations. Reports all hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to supervisor. Primarily a Monday through Friday 1st shift job, but the ability to work evenings, weekends for winter storms, and an on-call rotation. Performs other duties as required.Qualifications - High school education, plus 5 years of relevant technical training and field experience. State of Maine Boiler Operator's license, plumbing license, and/or fuel oil and gas technician licenses desirable. Broad base of technical knowledge and skills related to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system installation, BAS maintenance, and repair, as well as general plumbing and electrical systems. Physical ability to perform all primary job duties.EEO Statement Summary - Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE) - Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity.Additional Note - This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.Anticipated Pay Range - $32.00