Equipment Mechanic I, Lead

Brandeis University is delighted to announce a career opportunity as the Equipment Mechanic I, Lead in the Facilities Department. At Brandeis, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package which includes medical, dental and life insurances. If you are looking to advance your career through educational opportunities, Brandeis offers tuition assistance for employees, dependents and spouses. Our 403b retirement savings plan includes a generous match. Under the direction of the Manager, Grounds & Fleet, the Equipment Mechanic I, Lead, maintains, troubleshoots, diagnoses and repairs all types of vehicles and equipment owned and leased by Brandeis University. Manages the Facilities Services Fleet inspection program.

Responsibilities

Maintains, troubleshoots, diagnoses and repairs all types of vehicles and equipment owned and leased by Brandeis University; Manages the Facilities Services Fleet inspection program; Relays information and assignments to others as directed by manager; Instructs and directs fellow employees assigned to assist Lead equipment mechanic; Schedules routine and unexpected maintenance on all Brandeis owned/leased vehicles and equipment; Maintains parts and supply inventory for maintenance of Brandeis owned and leased vehicles and equipment; Assesses and updates all work order assignments using the department's computerized work order management system; Makes recommendations pertaining to the condition and longevity of all University owned/leased vehicles and equipment; Diagnoses nature and extent of equipment and vehicle malfunction; Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems; Utilizes trucks and utility vehicles with plows and sanders, as well as front end loaders to remove and treat snow and ice from all areas on campus; Maintains and repairs small engine equipment including blowers, string trimmers and lawn mowers including blade sharpening; Follows proper safety procedures and observes all safety rules and regulations including OSHA; Responds to emergency call-ins as needed; Drives a University Vehicle requiring Class B Commercial Driver's License

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required, Mechanic training required; Valid and current United States Driver’s License required; Massachusetts Hoisting License 1C/2A required; DOT Medical Certificate; 5 years of practical experience on repairing and maintaining small engine, gas, and diesel vehicles and equipment required; Must have an extensive knowledge of diagnosing, repairing and maintaining all small engines as well as gas and diesel vehicles and equipment; Must have sufficient knowledge of small engines, gas and diesel engines, hydraulics and electrical systems; Must have an extensive understanding of gas and diesel engines; Must be able to use OBD II diagnostic computer; Must be able to use hand, power and pneumatic tools and lifts; Must be able to direct and work with other staff members; Must have the ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior managers; Must be able to work within Facilities Services budget; Prolonged periods of standing and walking; Work may be performed outside during all New England seasons; Manually lift up to 60 pounds; Drive a University Vehicle requiring Class B Commercial Driver's License

Nice to have

1 year of supervisory experience in shop/garage preferred

Benefits

competitive benefits and compensation package; medical, dental and life insurances; tuition assistance for employees, dependents and spouses; 403b retirement savings plan with generous match