What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Utility Associate position at Muhlenberg College?
Responsibilities :
Testing emergency equipment
Test emergency lighting, equipment, generators, and batteries.
Observe and / or inspect installed equipment and systems to assess functional operations, to detect hazards, and need for adjustments.
Perform general inspection on plumbing, sewer, HVAC, electrical, and carpentry equipment located in facilities and grounds.
Maintain inspection logs
Maintain life safety inspection logs for fire systems, emergency eye wash stations, emergency lighting and backup lighting equipment, batteries, and generators.
Preventative maintenance and repairs
Relocate, replace, and repair faulty equipment or systems.
Perform preventative maintenance on plumbing, sewer, HVAC, electrical, and carpentry equipment in / on-campus buildings and grounds.
Perform miscellaneous duties such as testing and charging storage batteries.
Read electric meters and record meter readings.
Complete air filter maintenance.
Related duties may also include reviewing technical literature to keep abreast of developments in the field.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Schedule & Benefits : This is a full-time, year-round position with standard working hours of Monday – Friday, 7 : 30 AM to 4 : 00 PM, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break . A ll Muhlenberg Plant Operations team members are considered essential personnel , with on-call (estimated
Muhlenberg offers a highly competitive benefits package, including but not limited to, generous holidays (including 3 days off for Thanksgiving and an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day), vacation (15 days per year to start), sick leave, paid parental leave, tuition programs at the undergraduate and graduate level, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending plans, College-provided short-and long-term disability at no cost to the employee, life insurance, and retirement.
The College & Surrounding Area : Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs. At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, respected, valued and included. The College provides an intensely challenging, supportive environment centered around a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for lives of leadership and meaning in a dynamic, global society. The academic program is amplified by a range of innovative programming : comprehensive and intentional residence-life programming, expansive experiential learning requirements, and an innovative coaching program designed to maximize every student’s performance and potential.
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While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics :
Qualifications :
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum one year technical / vocational coursework or professional experience.
Familiarity with OSHA safety standards related to trades(i.e.) Lock Out, Tag Out, Confined space, Hazcom, etc.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging .
A valid PA Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
Successful completion of pre-employment physical and drug screening.
Satisfactory completion of standard background checks, including but not limited to education verification, driving record, national criminal background checks, and child abuse clearance required.
Physical Requirements :
Ability to perform manual, physical tasks.
Occasional lifting of items up to 70 pounds (with assistance, as needed).
Requires frequent bending, squatting, walking, kneeling, crawling, and climbing.
Must be able to use ladders.
To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes : 1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) separate diversity statement summarizing professional experiences and capacities that prepare you to contribute to our diversity, equity, and inclusion goals; and 4) names / contact information for three professional references.
