The Maintenance I position is responsible for maintaining and servicing the mechanical systems on the campus, painting, plumbing and electrical repair, completes work orders, setups, and takedown in rooms for a variety of campus and community events. Also assists with snow removal, and grounds maintenance. This is a union represented position.

Mitchell Hamline School of Law is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse employee base that is committed to teaching and working in an environment focused on equity and inclusion. The Incumbent is responsible for ensuring equity and inclusion is rooted into their day-to-day work. The Incumbent must strive to promote equity through continuous learning and improvement, the positive development of our community, and the identification and removal of barriers.

Responsibilities:

Mechanical Equipment:

• Perform preventative maintenance on building equipment such as HVAC equipment, pumps, steam traps, fans and boilers.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on maintenance and custodial equipment.
• Trouble shoot and repair HVAC controls, pneumatic and electronic valves, steam traps, plumbing and boiler systems.
• Replace ballasts and perform maintenance on lighting systems
• Repairs door hardware including, locks, and door closers
• Inspects equipment for proper working condition

Energy Management and Maintenance Support:

• Reviews building activities and programs HVAC schedules according to building needs.
• Complete work orders as assigned.
• Plumbing: repairs to toilets, showers, basins, drains and drinking fountains.
• Electrical: repairs and replaces fuses, lightbulbs, switches, and outlets.
• Repair of furniture, moving of furniture, boxes, stock, etc.

Other Duties:

• Provides inventory control for all supplies and materials, related to the department.
• Responsible for snow removal and salting, including use of motorized equipment.
• Secondary responsibility for lawn maintenance including mowing, trimming, pruning.
• Repair and painting of walls, ceilings, and trim.
• Room set-up and takedowns for events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diplomas (GED).
• First Class C Boiler license is required.
• Associate Degree or two-year approved program is preferred.
• Valid Minnesota driver's license and in good standing.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Preferred certification: Universal Refrigeration, or Refrigeration type I or II.
• Knowledge of procedures involved in mechanical systems, buildings and grounds work.
• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public.
• Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain records.
• On rare occasions, willingness to work irregular shifts (nights/day) and under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to recognize hazards and take safety precautions to eliminate them and report them to Supervisor.
• Works and communicates with internal and external customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service.

HOW TO APPLY: To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter, including your salary requirements.

IMPORTANT JOB INFORMATION: Once the new union contract has been finalized, negotiations could impact compensation. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@mitchellhamline.edu.

About Us

Mitchell Hamline School of Law was formed in 2015 by the combination of William Mitchell College of Law and Hamline University School of Law. This extraordinary union brought together two law schools that have shaped Minnesota's legal landscape for more than a combined 155 years, creating the top law school in the Midwest for students seeking a rigorous, practical, and problem-solving approach to legal education. Mitchell Hamline School of Law provides a legal education grounded in legal theory and distinguished by exceptional practical legal training. A forward-thinking, independent law school with a history dating back more than 100 years, we have continually shaped legal education to be relevant to our students, their future clients, and the legal profession. We are committed to making legal education accessible and offer an unmatched number of enrollment options. Our students graduate prepared to put their degree into practice or use their legal training in the profession of their choice.

Additional information on Mitchell Hamline School of Law can be found here.

Our Commitment

At Mitchell Hamline School of Law, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms, benefits the classroom, the institution, and the legal profession. Mitchell Hamline is a respectful community that embraces differences and an environment that encourages, supports, and welcomes diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace diversity. We recognize the importance of creating a culture that supports and welcomes all members who choose our school to work or learn. Each student (past, present, and future) and employee's unique cultural background, life experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints are considered and valued. Mitchell Hamline strives to provide an excellent educational and employment experience by practicing inclusivity as we work, educate, and learn with one another. Mitchell Hamline is committed to these efforts and believe in promoting a philosophy of anti-racism, cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural respect in our educational curriculum, in our organizational operations, and throughout the communities we impact. Accordingly, we encourage members of diverse and under-represented groups to apply. (AA/EEO)

Additional information about our Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion can be found here.

Employee Benefits

Mitchell Hamline School of Law is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, veteran/military status, disability or handicap, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected class status defined by law.