Grounds Utility Mechanic
17 days ago
Chester
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 Management • Patrol regularly assigned areas to remove trash and debris., • Provide support with furniture moving setup and breakdown for events and office relocations ensuring efficient execution and minimal disruption., • Provide direction and guidance to grounds utility technicians during moves and event setups., • Contribute to building maintenance and trades operations by applying technical skills to support a wide range of tasks., • Complete work order documentation as required. Grounds Maintenance • Perform seasonal tasks including mowing pruning mulching weeding leaf and snow removal., • Work cooperatively with University staff and contractors to ensure high-quality outcomes. 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., • Experience in grounds maintenance., • Prior involvement in event setups and relocation tasks., • 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. 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