Maintenance Mechanic III

About the Academy

The Academy of Natural Sciences was founded in 1812 for "the encouragement and cultivation of the sciences". Since then, it has sponsored global expeditions, conducted pioneering environmental and systematics research, and amassed remarkable collections containing more than 18 million specimens from around the world and a peerless library and archive. Since 2011 its academic enterprise has been further strengthened through its affiliation with nearby Drexel University – a leading private non-profit research institution that focusses on innovation and entrepreneurship and provides a unique cooperative education program for its undergraduate and graduate degree students.

Today the Academy is one of the most important natural science institutions in the world. However, the world is changing fast and the Academy – directed by its Strategic Plan 2019-24 - is changing with it. Over the next five years the Academy will become a “force for nature” and advance its mission: “to understand the natural world and inspire everyone to care for it”. In so doing the Academy will build on its fundamental belief that diversity and inclusion generates better ideas, inspires creativity, and is essential to building a positive workplace so that in time it can become an institution that is of, by and for all Philadelphians.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Facilities manager, the Maintenance Mechanic III will be the front line for implementing repairs and performing basic building maintenance as well as the policies and procedures established by the Facilities Manager and Sr. Dir. of Technology & Infrastructure. This position will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the facility’s equipment, appearance, and function, as assigned.

Essential Functions

Perform general building upkeep, maintenance and repairs including (but not limited to):

• Small HVAC repairs (i.e. Fan coil maintenance and other non-contracted issues)
• Carpentry work as requested
• Lighting issues (bulb & ballast replacement)
• Minor plumbing repairs (auto flush and other repairs that do not require a plumber)
• Minor mechanical repairs
• Changing filters in air handlers
• Patching and painting for small projects.
• Ceiling tile replacement
• Work with contractors to navigate the building and on the implementation of projects as needed; manage projects/relationships as assigned.
• Coordinate with University Environmental Health & Safety on all issues that require their attention.
• In addition to normal working hours, this position must be on call to respond to emergencies. The position also requires coordination with the Facility Manager to be sure that someone is always on call for emergencies.
• Keeping shop and mechanical room clean
• Assisting Facilities Manager on various building needs
• Key Making
• High noise environment
• High dust, direct, grease environment
• Exposure to moving machinery
• Occasional work in an Office
• On-Call
• Exposure to chemicals
• Using tools that require high dexterity

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three years of experience in a similar position, supporting a variety of building services. University and/or museum experience a plus.
• Occasional work in an Office
• On-Call
• Requires extensive safety training
• Requires the use of protective devices
• Education and experience as outlined above
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially calendaring and spreadsheets
• Competent use of mobile device for service ticket management
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions
• Reasonable written and verbal communication skills

Physical Demands

• Typically bending, crouching, stooping, climbing ladders
• Typically standing, walking
• Lifting demands ≤ 50lbs

Location

Center City – Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This position is classified as non- exempt with a salary grade of F. For more information regarding Drexel’s Professional Staff salary structure, https://drexel.edu/hr/career/ducomp/salstructure/

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

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Advertised:May 6 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:Jun 13 2022 Eastern Daylight Time