Under general supervision of designated supervisor, install, maintain, and repair building system equipment components (motors, pumps, bearings, fan coils, exhaust systems, filters, emergency lighting, dining specific equipment, grease traps, etc.). Responsible for providing excellent customer service and producing the highest quality of building equipment maintenance work. Senior Building Mechanic Techs will be expected to act as department leaders and will mentor Finish/Mechanical Technician I/II/IIIs as assigned. Provide expertise in the building equipment maintenance problem solving (including use and knowledge of the UNH continuum) provide the services, knowledge, and responsibilities exclusive to the broad area of building mechanical equipment maintenance.

This is a first shift position. The hours of this position are Monday through Friday 7am – 3:30pm. 

1. High school education or equivalent.
2. Valid motor vehicle operator’s license and DOT medical card (if applicable based on assigned vehicle weight).
3. A combination of education, certifications, and work experience equal to 8 years in all aspects of building mechanics, including but not limited to: diagnosing problems with mechanical drives, fans, motors, replacement of bearings and shafts, annual overhauls of pumps and motors. Preferred certifications include – Electrical Safety 70E; Bearings, Bearing and Shaft Seal Maintenance; Pump Installation, Repair and Maintenance; and Heating System Equipment, System Troubleshooting
4. OSHA 10 certified
5. NFPA 70E certified
6. Knowledge of applicable codes/ordinances.
7. Knowledge of methods, tools and hazards of the trade.
8. Ability to inspect equipment, determine malfunction and make necessary repairs.
9. Knowledge and ability to use computers, tablets, smart phones, and software systems to perform work duties.
10. Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job, including heavy work with exposure to inclement weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.
11. Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary.
12. Solid interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written, to effectively communicate with customers, team members, contractors and supervisors.

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide

Preventative Maintenance and Project Work: Perform preventive maintenance and repair/replacement work on building equipment and systems. Will update records in the work management software and provide equipment condition assessments. May participate in project management meetings regarding building renovations and new building plans. May also be tasked to write “scopes of work” for outside mechanical contracts and may be responsible to oversee the completion of that work.

Service Calls and Customer Service: Respond to service calls and requests related to the repair, maintenance and installation/removal of various building mechanical equipment. Ensure work is of the highest quality while meeting all building codes and safety requirements. Trouble shoot, maintain and repair building equipment, etc. Will use UNH energy management software to diagnose UNH heating/ventilating problems and use work management software to maintain accurate records of work completed, materials used and time expended. May participate in the on-call rotation and respond to emergency situations, including during off hours, if the need arises.

Leadership and mentorship to the Facilities division: Participate, support and demonstrate Facilities Forward concepts which contribute to a positive work culture. Demonstrate leadership qualities during work activities. Mentor, develop and train Finish/Mechanical technicians and new employees. Oversee and provide feedback about contractors working on campus in the field of building equipment as needed.

Safety and training: Follow all building codes and recognized policies/procedures, techniques and safety precautions in the performance of your duties. Keep current on all required safety trainings, code updates and any additional certifications required. Seek out professional development opportunities that will benefit the University and your technical skills to stay current and knowledgeable of best practices and future trends and technologies.