Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

The Maintenance Mechanic performs preventive maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical equipment and systems throughout the campus. Primary responsibilities include emergency and standby generators, fire pumps, ventilation and exhaust fans, and related mechanical equipment. The position supports the safe, reliable operation of campus facilities and responds to routine and emergency maintenance needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on emergency and standby generators, including routine inspections, testing, fluid and battery checks, and coordination of repairs.
• Inspect, test, and maintain fire pumps and associated mechanical equipment in accordance with established maintenance procedures.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair ventilation, exhaust, and supply fans, including motors, belts, bearings, pulleys, dampers, and related components.
• Diagnose mechanical equipment problems and perform minor to moderate repairs and component replacement.
• Lubricate, adjust, clean, and service mechanical equipment as required.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and identify conditions requiring repair or additional evaluation.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, testing, preventive maintenance, and repairs using the College's work-order system.
• Coordinate with other Facilities trades and outside contractors when specialized repairs or testing are required.
• Respond to equipment failures, alarms, and other urgent maintenance needs.
• Maintain tools, equipment, mechanical rooms, and work areas in a safe and orderly condition.
• Follow applicable safety procedures, codes, regulations, and College policies.
• Perform other general mechanical and facilities maintenance duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements Position requires regular walking, standing, climbing ladders, bending, lifting, and working in mechanical rooms, rooftops, and other equipment areas. Must be able to lift and carry tools, equipment, and materials typically associated with facilities maintenance.

Education and/or Experience: To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each principal duty satisfactorily. The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of educational achievement, training, skill and/or ability necessary.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Skills

• Effective oral and writing skills
• Practical application of recognized standards of good practice relevant to heating, mechanical ventilation, refrigeration, and air conditioning and related mechanical equipment preventive maintenance tasks such as on controls, pumps, motors, compressors, air handlers, etc.
• May be required to work occasional overtime.
• Ability to use laptop or iPad to complete work orders, enter labor hours, monitor HVAC systems, etc.
• Effective interpersonal skills with a proactive customer-oriented focus
• Knowledgeable in basic practices employed in the building trades
• Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record required

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Terms of Employment: 12 months/260 days

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.

Lafayette College is committed to creating a diverse community, one that is inclusive and responsive, and is supportive of each and all of its faculty, students, and staff. All members of the College community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. All Lafayette operations reflect the College's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion (DEAI) initiatives, and Lafayette welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.