Mechanic

Campus Mechanic

Under the direction of the Facilities and Grounds Manager and/or his/her designee, the Mechanic will be responsible for the repairs and maintenance of the College's campus vehicles and equipment. The Mechanic will work closely with the Grounds Manager and Facilities staff to effectively meet the College's physical needs and support its overall mission.

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all college vehicles and landscape equipment
• Provide safe, operational equipment for all staff to use
• Develop preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment and perform maintenance as needed
• Perform repairs needed on all equipment
• Keep a parts inventory of all parts needed for equipment
• Maintain a clean and tidy garage
• Record all maintenance records for equipment
• A reasonable amount of overtime is required, especially around major campus and weather events
• Order all Fuel, Oil, and Propane for the campus fleet
• Assist with snow removal during the winter
• All other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications:

• Knowledge of vehicle repairs, small engine repairs, and hydraulic systems
• Able to work well and communicate with others
• Able to use tools safely and efficiently
• A high school diploma is required
• An Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree is preferred

Licensing/Experience Requirements:

• OSHA 10-Hour Course
• 5 years of mechanic experience is required.
• ASE certified is preferred
• A valid driver's license is required
• Hoisting License or CDL is preferred

Application Materials Should Include:

• Resume
• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission and our values.

This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack's Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.

About Merrimack College:

The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,100 undergraduate, 2,500 graduate students and 50 doctoral students from 48 states and 63 countries. The College features more than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has six schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy, the Girard school of business and the graduate school of counseling and social work. The College's suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master's Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report's ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 38th in the Regional Universities North category in 2026. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.

Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.