Maintenance Technician III

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician III plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of campus facilities. This senior‑level technician performs advanced maintenance and repair tasks across multiple trades, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry. Responsibilities include diagnosing complex issues, leading small projects, mentoring junior staff, and coordinating with departments to minimize disruptions. The role demands strong technical expertise, excellent problem‑solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining a high standard of service in support of the university’s academic mission.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Organizes and oversees the day‑to‑day and emergency maintenance requests to make sure buildings and equipment are in working condition.
• Responds to customer requests and complaints in a timely and appropriate manner; identifies and records need or problem and determines best approach to resolve the situation following departmental guidelines.
• Operates and maintains building facilities, systems, and equipment related to plumbing, electricity, HVAC, and steam control.
• Conducts field checks of buildings to identify and analyze corrective and preventive maintenance modifications.
• Installs, repairs, and inspects smoke and fire suppression systems.
• Complies with department, state, and federal safety and compliance regulations.
• Inspects and performs routine preventive maintenance on all custodial equipment, including floor scrubbers, vacuums, burnishers, etc.
• Maintains accurate records of maintenance dates, repair costs, and type of maintenance performed.

Other duties assigned.

• High School Diploma with 8+ years of experience in building maintenance, electrical repair, plumbing repair, carpentry, and/or trades.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license.

• Experience working with building automated systems (e.g., BAS, HVAC controls, energy management systems).
• Vocational or technical training in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems.
• Journeyman or master‑level licenses in relevant trades (e.g., electrical, plumbing).
• Project coordination or supervisory experience, including mentoring junior technicians or overseeing contractors.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods.
• Knowledge of electricity, carpentry, plumbing, and other technical skills.
• Knowledge of cleaning solutions, chemicals, and solvents.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and plan solutions.
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service.
• Ability to complete routine paperwork.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, carpet extractors, burnishers, etc.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools common to trade.
• Basic computer skills.
• Customer service skills.

Exposure to heat, cold, humidity, dust, and noise is common, especially when working in mechanical rooms, rooftops, basements, or outdoor facilities. Technicians work across academic buildings, dormitories, laboratories, and outdoor areas, often transitioning between climate‑controlled and non‑climate‑controlled spaces. Work may involve proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical systems, and potentially hazardous materials, requiring adherence to safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requires lifting and carrying loads up to 50 pounds, such as HVAC components, plumbing fixtures, or electrical supplies. Requires frequent moving: standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing ladders or scaffolding for extended periods.

Work shift is Mon‑Fri 2:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Role will be a member of the Local 615, Services Employees International Union. Non‑exempt role. Hourly rate beginning 1/1/26 is $35.03. In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws effective October 29, 2025, Simmons University is committed to pay equity, transparency and clear communication throughout the hiring process. This is a benefits‑eligible position.

Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills, equity, and external market benchmarks that help guide compensation decisions. Our compensation philosophy is centered around a comprehensive package that includes pay, health benefits, and retirement savings offerings, as well as work‑life balance initiatives such as flexible hours and remote work opportunities.

Simmons University is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.