Grounds Utility Mechanic

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Buildings & Grounds the Grounds Utility Mechanic plays a vital role in maintaining a safe functional and welcoming campus environment. This hands-on position encompasses a wide range of responsibilities including grounds maintenance and landscaping support campus moving services and logistical coordination event setup and breakdown furniture and equipment assembly/ disassembly general maintenance and operational support.The Grounds Utility Mechanic also leads and coordinates the groundskeeper utility team during campus moves and event operations. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills a commitment to safety and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.As essential personnel the Grounds Utility Mechanic must be available during emergencies and severe weather events as well as for weekend and off-hours work to support special campus activities. Flexibility reliability and a proactive approach are key to thriving in this role.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to): Essential Duties:Trash & Recycling ManagementPatrol regularly assigned areas to remove trash and debris.Ensure prompt and efficient removal of trash and recycling materials.Utility SupportProvide support with furniture moving setup and breakdown for events and office relocations ensuring efficient execution and minimal disruption.Clean and organize storage rooms basements hallways and mechanical rooms.Team LeadershipProvide direction and guidance to grounds utility technicians during moves and event setups.Assemble and disassemble furniture and equipment using hand and power tools following best practices to ensure efficiency and prevent damage or injury.Maintenance & Trade AssistanceContribute to building maintenance and trades operations by applying technical skills to support a wide range of tasks.Collaborate with trade technicians and Assistant Director to determine task scope.Inventory ManagementEnsure accurate tracking and management of stored furniture and classroom seating inventory.Documentation & ProfessionalismComplete work order documentation as required.Maintain a professional appearance and a positive customer-focused attitude.Secondary Responsibilities:Grounds MaintenancePerform seasonal tasks including mowing pruning mulching weeding leaf and snow removal.Operate various grounds maintenance equipment (e.g. lawn mowers trimmers leaf blowers snow throwers snow plows dump trucks pick-up trucks utility vehicles salt spreaders etc.).CollaborationWork cooperatively with University staff and contractors to ensure high-quality outcomes.Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed to support departmental needs.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):Required:High school diploma or equivalent.Valid drivers license with proof of insurability.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.Ability to execute plansfor moves and event setups based on instructions from the Assistant Director or event sponsor.Directing and guiding utility teams during setup and takedown operations.Hands-on experience with hand and power tools such as wrenches screwdrivers and drill-drivers for assembling and disassembling furniture and equipment.Team-oriented mindset with a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively to accomplish tasks.Preferred:Experience in grounds maintenance.Prior involvement in event setups and relocation tasks.Background in building and construction trades.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:Ability to stand sit bend kneel climb stairs reach overhead and ascend ladders.Must be able to work in confined or at elevated heights (e.g. scaffolding bucket-truck platforms ladders and high-reach lifts).Must be able to lift 60 pounds at waist level and carry it for a distance of 20 feet.Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds from ground level to overhead.Ability to manually shovel snow.Required to report to campus during emergencies and severe weather events even when normal operations are cancelled or suspended.May be scheduled to work weekends and holidays to support special events and operations.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty staff and students from a variety of backgrounds cultures and personal experiences are welcomed and can are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age color national origin race religion disability veteran status sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information or status as a protected veteran.Widener University an independent metropolitan doctoral-intensive university connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching active scholarship personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester PA Wideners main campus is nestled between Philadelphia PA and Wilmington DE with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university please visit our website at .EOE M/F/V/D Key Skills Mechanic Experience,Diesel Engine Repair,Mechanical Knowledge,Air Brake,Alignment,Automotive Diagnostics,Automotive Repair,Maintenance,Welding,Hydraulics,Equipment Repair,Leadership Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1