Job Description

Summary of Position

This position works Monday - Friday from 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. and has a rotating weekend shift once a month.

Responsible for the general building / equipment maintenance and repair of multiple building, multi-level campus. Operate, maintain, and repair electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. Report malfunctions and maintain accurate and timely operating logs and maintenance records for building support systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• General Repairs: Perform general facility maintenance including, but not limited to carpentry, sheet rock, wall repairs, painting, interior finishes, ceiling, wall and floor tile, carpet repairs, door repairs hardware, locks & panic bars, and related clean up.
• Electrical Repairs: Perform electrical diagnostic trouble shooting, repairs / replacement up to the point of permit requirement for lighting, wall outlets, general motor replacement, and miscellaneous electrical equipment.
• Mechanical Repairs: Perform general mechanical repairs up to the point of permit requirements for all plumbing fixtures, iron and sheet metal work, miscellaneous pipe fittings, and general mechanical equipment repairs and pump repairs.

Additional Responsibilities

• HVAC Repairs: Perform general mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on all HVAC related equipment including belt replacement, filter replacement, parts replacement, refrigerant reclamation, related water system maintenance, fitting lubrication, miscellaneous repairs, record keeping, and general equipment/equipment area cleaning.
• Miscellaneous Duties: All other miscellaneous responsibilities as assigned as it relates to general maintenance of the College campus facilities and grounds.
• All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Continuous standing, walking, lifting, bending, stretching, kneeling and squatting, and using fine motor skills.
• Exposure to temperature, noise, irritating substances, and poor ventilation at times.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of specialized/formal education beyond high school or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience required.
• Must possess, or obtain MN Special Engineer Boiler license within 90 days of hire.
• Minnesota driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Refrigerant certification preferred.
• Man lift license preferred.

_ Knowledge, Skills, Abilities_

• Knowledge of electrical theory, plumbing theory.
• Knowledge of sheet rock wall repair.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to be attentive to details, accurate, and precise.
• Ability to work in a team environment; work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to show initiative; reason/analyze; maintain confidentiality and demonstrate patience, understanding.
• Ability to multi-task and organize workflow; manage one or more projects with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to lead/teach.

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits at Augsburg

• The compensation is $30.10 per hour.

Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• A generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibility
• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US
• Generous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hire
• Employer-paid STD, LTD and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.