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Job Posting Title:
Maintenance Technician 2
Job Description:
Title of Job: Maintenance Technician 2
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Maintenance Technician 2 supports the Facilities and Maintenance Department by maintaining HVAC systems, kitchen equipment, and campus buildings and infrastructure at Harvey Mudd College. Reporting to the Plant Engineer and Director of Maintenance, this role works collaboratively with other maintenance technicians to ensure the reliable operation and upkeep of campus facilities.
The position is responsible for responding to service requests from students, faculty, and staff, addressing maintenance needs across classrooms, laboratories, offices, and residential spaces. Duties include performing repairs and maintenance on HVAC systems, kitchen equipment, plumbing fixtures, electrical devices, and related building systems, as appropriate.
While performing work across campus, the Maintenance Technician 2 is expected to independently assess issues, diagnose problems, and complete repairs effectively and efficiently. The role also involves coordinating and facilitating work that requires specialized skills, ensuring proper tracking, follow-up, and resolution. In addition, the technician observes campus conditions and identifies opportunities for practical, cost-effective improvements to enhance the functionality and appearance of facilities.
This position requires adherence to all institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and safety standards, while also contributing to the planning and implementation of staff training initiatives to support continuous improvement within the department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including but not limited to air handlers, water source heat pumps, chillers, cooling towers, A/C package units, variable air volume boxes, commercial refrigerators, etc.
Effectively maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of commercial kitchen equipment, including—but not limited to—walk-in refrigerators and freezers, dishwashers, steamers, ovens, and related systems, ensuring reliable performance, operational safety, and minimal disruption to campus dining operations.
Conduct repairs and maintenance on electrical systems including changing out breakers, performing maintenance on VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives) and emergency lighting systems.
Utilizes CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to manage work orders and track work order completion.
Maintain the building's lighting systems, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.
Assist in inspecting buildings, facilities and equipment to ascertain required repairs and make recommendations to the Plant Engineer and Director of Maintenance.
Assist as required and cooperate with all trades personnel, building attendants, and grounds and maintenance staff in the performance of day to day duties and responsibilities.
Ensure work is performed according to manufacturer's specifications, departmental guidelines, trade practices, blueprints, shop drawings and schematics.
Inspect areas assigned to maintenance staff and provide assistance/guidance, as required.
Assist in addressing concerns of students, faculty, staff and visitors regarding maintenance services.
Participate in utility conservation efforts. Make recommendations for improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Safety and Work Habits
Maintain an acceptable attendance record,…