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Preventative Maintenance Mechanic II / 4am-1:30pm

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
403B retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Benefits
Professional Development

Job Description

Marquette University is a prominent institution known for its commitment to academic excellence, inclusive community, and dynamic campus environment. Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, it offers a diverse range of programs and services that empower students, faculty, and staff to thrive professionally and personally. Marquette prides itself on fostering a supportive and respectful culture that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth. The university provides comprehensive employee benefits and competitive compensation packages that reflect its dedication to the wellbeing of its team members.

The Preventative Maintenance Mechanic II role at Marquette University is a full-time position within the Facilities Planning & Management department. This position is essential in maintaining the university's infrastructure, focusing on preventive maintenance across a broad array of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. The standard working hours for this role are from 4:00 AM to 1:30 PM, designed to support ongoing campus operations with minimal disruption. This role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced maintenance professionals to join an organization that invests heavily in skill development, career advancement, and work-life balance.

In this role, you will be responsible for performing scheduled preventive maintenance on systems such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), kitchen equipment, commercial refrigeration, chilled water and cooling water towers, and other specialized systems like lab and medical air and vacuum systems. This includes conducting system startups and shutdowns, calibrating controls and thermostats, and undertaking minor repairs in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing domains. The role requires thorough inspections, documentation of system conditions, analysis of instrument readings, and proactive communication to maintenance teams regarding repair or replacement needs.

Marquette University values professionals who bring advanced knowledge of HVAC, cooling towers, steam systems, pneumatics, and water treatment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong competencies in reading technical documents and manuals, calibrating systems, and safely operating equipment at heights. Additionally, the role includes responsibilities related to maintaining a safe work environment through adherence to safety procedures such as lock-out tag-out and the use of personal protective equipment.

The university offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan with up to an 8% university match, generous time off, and tuition benefits for employees and their families without payback requirements. The Maintenance department is dedicated to professional development with extensive training programs to support skill diversification, leadership development, and career growth. Marquette fosters a culture that encourages continuous learning and respects the unique contributions of each employee, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling career journey.

As a Preventative Maintenance Mechanic II at Marquette, you will play a pivotal role in sustaining the university’s facilities’ operational integrity and safety, directly contributing to the campus community's success and wellbeing. This is a chance to engage with a wide variety of technical systems, grow professionally, and work within a vibrant, mission-driven environment that supports your personal and professional goals.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Minimum three years of experience in building equipment maintenance or related field
  • Ability to perform mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs
  • Capacity to read and interpret technical documents, manuals, and safety data sheets
  • Competence in calibrating controls and maintaining equipment
  • Ability to work at heights with ladders and aerial platforms
  • Ability to pass respirator fit-test and work in associated conditions

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Three years of experience in building equipment maintenance or a closely related field
  • Advanced knowledge of preventive maintenance in cooling towers, water and steam lines, pneumatics, fluid uses and levels, belts, tensioners, filters, and shaft alignment
  • Proficiency with HVAC equipment and operation including boilers, steam generators, steam traps, air handlers, terminal units, air conditioning units, exhaust fans, dampers, motors, and actuators
  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing system operations and control strategies
  • Ability to follow safety procedures including lock-out tag-out, fall protection, and use of personal protective equipment
  • Skilled in reading work orders, maintenance manuals, safety data sheets, equipment prints and diagrams
  • Competent in calibrating and maintaining pneumatic controls
  • Capable of analyzing water chemical tests and adjusting treatment regimens
  • Experience working at heights using ladders and aerial work platforms
  • Ability to pass a standard half face mask respirator fit-test

Job Duties

  • Perform specific PM-Team assigned preventive maintenance work orders
  • Provide startup and shutdown for service of HVAC and other mechanical equipment as directed
  • Perform system inspection during PM, document condition in TMA Technician Report, and communicate the need for follow up with component repair or replacement
  • Calibrate system controls and thermostats
  • Check equipment and system performance for consistency with sequences of operations and controls operating schemes
  • Adjust controls accordingly
  • Perform preventive maintenance of kitchen equipment including dishwashers, ovens, steamers, impingers, ice machines and refrigeration equipment including evaporator and condenser cleaning
  • Perform minor mechanical, electrical and plumbing repairs such as rebuilding faucets and flush valves, replacing ballasts, replacing wall thermostats, replacing belt sheaves and actuator diaphragms
  • Keep equipment, tools and mechanical areas clean and orderly
  • Perform seasonal maintenance on systems such as draining and charging coils, drying and washing coils, opening and closing air and hydronic system vents, and checking for leaks
  • Take and record readings of gauges, meters, instruments and site glasses as required and analyze readings to determine if equipment adjustment or repairs are needed
  • Perform water chemical and quality tests, analyze results and adjust chemicals accordingly
  • Assess and report overall systems and equipment conditions

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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