Maintenance Mechanic II

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Mechanic II.

Position Details

Location Gulf Park

730 East Beach Boulevard

Long Beach, Mississippi, 39560

United States

Division GP Physical Plant Building

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Salary Range 13.98 - 13.98

Pay Grade

N04

Posting Close Date Open until filled

Job Summary

Performs building repair, renovation, and maintenance in University buildings and structures to include carpentry work, painting, and routine electrical and mechanical work. Take the lead on small to medium work orders task, installation, carpentry and repair projects.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with other trades, takes the lead as directed and/or perform carpentry operations to include the construction of buildings, areas, signs, equipment furniture and hanging of wall panels and other decorative wall covering in accordance to blue prints and instructions. Builds, repairs, paint and installs counters, cabinets, benches, walls, partitions, floors, doors, and building framework and trim.

• Coordinate with other trades, takes the lead as directed and/or performs all types of repairs construction including woodwork, cabinet work, furniture work, painting, metal work, hardware installation and adjustment, door hanging, window repair and other jobs incidental to maintenance to buildings and needed improvements. Fabricates structural components, casework, mechanical, and electrical components from field measurements.

• Coordinate with other trades, takes the lead as directed and/or performs construction projects such as, grading, setting metal and wood forms, pouring concrete for curbs, sidewalk slabs and drives and other projects. Performs minor roof repairs, masonry repair, and concrete work.

• Perform the loading and unloading of furniture and equipment from previous locations to its new designated destination. Responsible for inventory management of the carpentry and paint shops.

• Constructs/installs and repairs building and utility systems working from blueprints and/or verbal instructions. Performs routine planned maintenance and on-demand work orders generated from the Physical Plant computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and other work as required.

• Serves as a member of the Physical Plant Essential Personnel and as directed by the Director of Physical Plant participates in pre-emergency preparations and emergency recovery efforts and performs additional duties as assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Three years carpentry, painting, electrical and mechanical experience, facility repair and maintenance or other related work experience. Driver’s License required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

• Ability to attend education and training programs as appropriate to increase awareness and understanding.

• Ability to operate personal computer with a general understanding of application software, and an understanding of the internet.

• Ability to drive a forklift, tractor and/or loader.

• Ability to operate mowers, tractors and loaders.

• Ability to work nights and weekends when required.

• Skilled in the use of power and hand tools.

• Knowledge of plumbing, commercial painting, and carpentry trades.

• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s Degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 146 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity" designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and large event venue safety and security, among others. USM is also one of only 37 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of more than 14,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 37 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 27 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.