Maintenance Technician 3

**NOTE TO APPLICANT:** Some positions require a resume, cover letter and/or other documents to be submitted with your application. Please submit these as one attachment in the My Experience section of the application under the "resume/CV" upload section. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to attach additional documents. **Job Posting Title:** Maintenance Technician 3 **Job Description:** **Title of Job:** Maintenance Technician 3 **Position Summary:** The Maintenance Technician 3 is a highly skilled and experienced role responsible for performing a wide range of routine and preventive maintenance across campus systems and facilities, with a strong commitment to customer service and operational excellence. This position serves as a subject matter expert in building systems and is expected to demonstrate advanced technical proficiency in HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, equipment, and general maintenance. The Technician responds to service requests and reports from College constituents—including students, faculty, and staff—addressing maintenance needs in classrooms, laboratories, offices, and residential spaces. The role requires the ability to independently assess issues, diagnose problems, and complete repairs in a timely and effective manner. For work requiring specialized expertise, the Technician coordinates with appropriate vendors or specialists and ensures proper tracking, follow-through, and resolution. In addition to direct maintenance responsibilities, the Technician is expected to actively support team operations by assisting fellow technicians as needed, contributing to a collaborative and solutions-oriented work environment. While performing duties across campus, the Technician identifies opportunities for efficient, cost-effective improvements to facilities and supports the overall upkeep and functionality of campus spaces. The role also ensures compliance with institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and safety standards at all times. **Duties and Responsibilities:** - Serve as a technical expert, applying advanced knowledge across building systems and maintenance disciplines. Provide guidance, support, and hands-on assistance to maintenance technicians in the execution of their duties, including training and knowledge sharing to strengthen overall team capability. In the absence of the Plant Engineer and Director of Maintenance, offer experienced judgment and direction to help coordinate work efforts, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure continuity of operations. - Oversee the operation and maintenance of central plants equipment, including but not limited to boilers, chillers, air compressors, cooling towers, pumps, hydronic systems. - Ensure the timely repair and/or replacement of HVAC, electrical and plumbing fixtures, valves, devices, and appliances as required. - Conduct regular inspections of buildings, facilities and equipment to ascertain required repairs and make recommendations to Plant Engineer and Director of Maintenance. - Collaborate with all trades personnel, building attendants, grounds and maintenance staff to support the execution of daily responsibilities. - Ensure work is performed in compliance with manufacturer's specifications, departmental guidelines, trade practices, blueprints, shop drawings and schematics. - Inspect areas assigned to maintenance staff, providing guidance and support as needed to ensure quality and efficiency. - Address concerns of students, faculty, staff and visitors regarding maintenance services in a timely and professional manner. - Coordinate work with external vendors and contractors, including scheduling and facilitating access to facilities. Assist in managing and scheduling major repairs, painting, and facility setups within designated timeframes. - Research and evaluate new and improved maintenance methods, tools, and procedures. Prepare proposals for recommended change and implement approved initiatives. - Actively partici…