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Mechanic - Maintenance

Job in Appleton, Outagamie County, Wisconsin, 54914, USA
Listing for: Inside Higher Ed
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Plumber
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Description

This position provides skilled and semi-skilled mechanical maintenance and maintenance duties at all District facilities. Works closely with customers to determine solutions to routine and non‑routine maintenance needs by gathering information, researching options, and implementing resolutions that meet customer needs and are cost effective.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Provide maintenance support for the physical plant including repair, preventive maintenance, and installation of air handling, air conditioning equipment, boilers, elevators, pumps, electrical systems, plumbing, motors, and building envelope repairs (roofs, fascia, siding, and doors).
  • Identify and specify parts and supplies needed for repairs; obtain quotes from contractors.
  • Determine solutions to routine and non‑routine customer maintenance needs, often including wood and metal fabrication.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building envelope system problems.
  • Perform and document preventive maintenance activities, including inspections, for all building systems.
  • Read and interpret equipment manuals, drawings, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all fire alarm, clock, PA systems, cross connections, fire wall testing, and elevator testing.
  • Complete repairs such as wall repairs, flooring repairs, ceiling repairs, caulking, ceiling tile replacement, broken fixtures, etc.
  • Support mechanical maintenance team members with repair and upgrading of building systems.
  • Support in‑house construction projects requested while taking a leading role in welding and fabrication of piping systems; perform internal construction projects as needed.
  • Plan and perform minor construction or remodeling projects such as removal and installation of water fountains, fire extinguisher cabinets, AED cabinets, eyewash stations, faucets, and ejector pumps.
  • Maintain, monitor, and test chemical water treatment systems for cooling tower, chilled water loop, and hot water loop; coordinate quarterly system testing with contractor.
  • Maintain filter purchases, replacement, and disposal for water fountains.
Training
  • Rebuilding equipment
  • Snow removal equipment
  • Forklift
  • Scissors Lift
Non‑Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Support event set ups as requested.
  • Support grounds care, including exterior signage, fencing, mowing, trimming, etc.
  • Support back‑up for the building automation system.
  • Participate on College's Appleton based snow removal team during normal working hours or by request of Lead Grounds Crew.
  • Reconcile p‑card transactions on a timely basis.
Minimum Qualifications Education And/or Experience Requirements
  • Apprenticeship in appropriate related area (preferred)
  • Two years of mechanical maintenance work experience (required)
  • General knowledge, with an emphasis in at least one area, of HVAC, electrical, construction, and plumbing (preferred)
  • Ability to read blueprints and schematics (preferred)
  • Computer knowledge (preferred)
  • Knowledge of building automation system (Alerton preferred)
  • Knowledge of operation of snow removal equipment, lifts, forklift, etc. (required)
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements
  • Valid WI driver's license required.
  • Building Operator Certification is preferred.
  • Cross Connection Certification is preferred.
Work Environment

Work must be completed in person.

  • Work performed indoors and outdoors during both daytime and nighttime hours, and in all weather conditions around traffic.
  • Must be able to work at heights up to 50 feet and in extreme temperature conditions.
Physical Requirements
  • Sitting: periods of sitting while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems.
  • Lifting and Carrying: occasional/continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items; ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
  • Climbing: capability to climb stairs or ladders.
  • Demonstrate ethical conduct in all aspects of the work environment.
  • Exceptional customer service skills and ability to maintain an excellent working relationship with internal and external customers.
  • Communication: clear verbal and written communication skills essential for interacting with employees, candidates, and…
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