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Maintenance Specialist- Special Projects

Company:
Goodwin University
Location:
East Hartford, CT, 06108
Posted:
May 04, 2025
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Description:

The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community.

Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility.

As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.

Position Description Summary/Purpose: This position provides routine maintenance services to the University school buildings as well as Residential and Commercial properties.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities: (The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.) * Painting, drywall, carpentry, electrical and plumbing work related to building and site repairs and improvements.

* Flexible work hours * Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.

Other Functions: * Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation permits.

* Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.

* Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill: * General trade skills (painting, drywall, carpentry, electrical and plumbing) * Ability to use common hand and power tools * Ability to follow directions and work independently * Ability to maintain proper schedules * Strong customer service skills * Good communication skills * Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.

Qualifications Education, Training and Experience: * High School Diploma or GED * Five years working experience in the maintenance or carpentry field Special Requirements: * CT Drivers license and insured vehicle Physical and Mental Requirements: Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Outdoor Weather Conditions X Work with fumes or airborne particles X Work near moving mechanical parts X Risk of electrical shock X Vibration X Physical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Standing X Walking X Sitting X Talking & Hearing X Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X Climbing or balancing X Bending, pulling, pushing X Driving X Lifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds X Up to 75 pounds X Up to 100 pounds X Over 100 pounds X Vision Requirements: X Close vision (i.e.

clear vision at 20 inches or less) X Distance vision (i.e.

clear vision at 20 feet or more) X Color vision (i.e.

ability to identify and distinguish colors) X Peripheral vision (i.e.

ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point) X Depth perception (i.e.

three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) No special vision requirements Full-Time Employee Benefits: * Medical Insurance * Dental Insurance * Vision Insurance * Pet Insurance * 401k employer match * Employee & dependent life insurance * Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents * PTO program (This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee.

It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the university as the needs of the university and requirements of the job change.)

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