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Title: Utilities Maintenance Mechanic

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Days Per Week: Monday - Friday

Hours Per Week: 40

VP Area: Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs

Department: Elon University School of Law

Position Summary

This position is housed in the Utilities Department of the Division of Facilities Management, within the Division of Finance and Administration.

This position works under the direction of the Director of Utilities and is responsible for the routine building maintenance for the trades of HVACR, plumbing, electrical, paint, carpentry, facility appearance inside & outside, and to provide event support for the School of Law in Greensboro.

This position is identified as Essential Staff, responsible for maintaining the core functions and operations of the university, especially during emergencies, crises, or situations that require continuity of essential services. This may require reporting outside of normal work hours to support the university.

Benefits of Working at Elon

As an Elon University employee, you’ll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon’s personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University’s home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you’ll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation’s premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses

Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon’s principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one’s identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED Required;
Vocational or technical training - Field of study: MEP trade or construction trade Preferred
Two years of facilities maintenance experience or demonstrated skills that are transferable.

Preferred Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED Required;
Vocational or technical training - Field of study: MEP trade or construction trade Preferred
Two years of facilities maintenance experience or demonstrated skills that are transferable.

Required Other Training, Certifications, or Licensing

Must possess a valid NC Drivers' License and be insurable by the University carrier.

Job Duties

• The Utilities Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the routine preventive maintenance of all university-maintained HVACR systems and equipment including, but not limited to filter replacement, belt replacement, and lube pump replacement. 
• The Utilities Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the routine preventive maintenance of all university-maintained plumbing systems and equipment including, but not limited to the service of sinks, faucets, showers, tubs, and toilets. 
• The Utilities Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the routine preventive maintenance of all university-maintained electrical systems and equipment including, but not limited to bulb replacement and ballast replacement.