Union College · 2 hours ago
Building Maintainer
Schenectady, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18.50/hr - $19/hr
2+ years expUnion College is dedicated to maintaining a safe and efficient environment for its campus facilities. The Building Maintainer role involves conducting routine maintenance and repairs on various physical structures, managing utilities, and collaborating with team members for logistics tasks.
CommunitiesEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Conducts routine maintenance and repairs on plumbing, electrical, and structural fixtures
Addresses issues related to windows, including repairs and replacement of parts
Performs minor replacements of carpet and vinyl composition tiles as needed
Reads electric and gas meters accurately and regularly
Troubleshoots and addresses any issues related to electric and gas meters promptly
Ensures the proper functioning of utilities to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
Participates in various set-up tasks, including furniture moving assignments
Adapts to a flexible schedule, including weekends, for special assignments
Collaborates with team members to execute logistics plans effectively and efficiently
Qualification
Required
Two years of general maintenance experience in a large educational, healthcare, or residential complex or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and/or work experience
A valid New York State Driver's License
Ability to understand written and verbal instructions
Must be safety conscious
Physical requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods, including standing, walking, and bending, as well as the capability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the business need, including weekends
The ability to foster and enhance a thriving, diverse, inclusive, and culturally vibrant community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, faculty and staff colleagues, and alumni
Preferred
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Benefits
Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays (in accordance with policy)
Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
Tuition programs
Company
Union College
Union College is a liberal arts college offering student courses in the humanities, social sciences, science and engineering.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.5M2013-09-06Grant· $1.5M
Leadership Team
Therese McCarty
Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty
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