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Maintenance Repairman 2 - Electrical/Mechanical


Company : Indiana University of Pennsylvania


Location : Punxsutawney, PA


Created : 2024-06-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Position Summary & Description THIS POSITION IS POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AFSCME COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) invite applicants for an Maintenance Repairman 2 -Electrical/Mechanical SUMMARY: This is a journeyman position that requires independent and collaborative work on all electrical and mechanical needs within the campus. Experience preferred in all types of residential, industrial, and commercial circuitry with a strong mechanical background. WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm The above duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Position Qualifications Minimum Education and Training * Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1; or * Four years of experience in building and plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the building, plumbing, electrical, welding or mechanical trades; or * Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Necessary Special Requirement * Possession of a valid Class C Driver's License. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices used in at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades. * Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved. * Ability to care for and use the tools and equipment utilized in the trades involved. * Ability to detect defects in equipment and to make proper repairs or adjustments. * Ability to lead a small group of semi-skilled workers. * Ability to interpret and work from pencil sketches and diagrams. * Ability to follow oral and written instructions. * Ability to operate and/or utilize basic lawn care and snow removal equipment. * Ability to lift and move heavy objects and to work under adverse weather conditions. The salary for this position is determined by the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement. Essential Functions This position is heavily involved in outdoor activity and has periods of heavy exertion. Incumbents must have the following abilities: * Ability to travel to field locations and meeting/training sites by motor vehicle when required. * To work under a variety of adverse weather conditions such as extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, dust and snow. * To be able to work extended hours under adverse conditions in response to emergency conditions. * To work in hazardous situations such as around moving heavy equipment, in and around traffic, at heights, on steep grades, and on ladders and uneven surfaces. * Employee must be able to observe and react to hazardous warnings, back-up alarms, flashing lights, voice commands and hand signals. * To perform manual laboring duties such as lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. * Setting up, operating, testing and measuring equipment. * Using hand tools such as hammers and pry bars, and taking and transporting material samples. * Work often requires stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching and prolonged standing. * To withstand exposure to chemical agents, exhaust gases and lubricants, solvents, poisonous plants, animals, and insects and potential injuries such as bruises, scrapes, cuts, strains and sprains. * To wear all types of required protective gear such as a hard hat, footgear, hearing and eye protection, gloves and respirators. Special Instructions to Applicants A complete application will consist of a cover letter, resume, names and email addresses of three references submitted in this online application system at: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Automated reference requests will be generated when application is submitted by applicant. Official transcripts will be required prior to hire for the selected candidate. You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been successfully submitted. Please do not fax, mail or e-mail any documentation. Committed to excellence through diversity, IUP is an equal opportunity employer M/F/H/V and is a proud member of the State System of Higher Education. All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon confirmation of work eligibility and satisfactory completion of all pre-employment background checks.