A Transportation Maintenance Worker provides maintenance for highway systems and state and local roads, including repairs to pavement, bridges, signs and signals; assists with clearing roads.
Pennsylvania Western University, Edinboro Posting Number:
S383
P Type of Employment:
Full Time Bargaining Unit:
AFSCME FLSA
Salary Range:
$41,506 (Pay Scale Group 5)
Position Classification:
Department:
Edinboro Facilities Management Job Summary /
Basic Function:
This position is considered an essential personnel position.
Essential Duties:
Installs and maintains plumbing fixtures, sinks, showers, toilets, steamlines, steam heating, and cooking equipment; measures, cuts, threads and installs pipe for steam and water lines. Works with the appropriate tradesman with installation of mainlines, both sanitary and storm. Installs electric circuits, wall plugs, and lighting fixtures; replaces lights and ballasts and repairs and reconditions fans. Works with the appropriate tradesman with installation of conduits and pulls wire. Work on electrical equipment and systems up to 480 volts. Works on, troubleshoots and repairs HVAC equipment, heat pumps, motors, valves, air handler units etc. Makes repairs and adjustments to machinery and performs preventative maintenance on equipment. Maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, refurbishes, works with the appropriate tradesman with installation, and replaces HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment such as pumps, air handlers, boilers, heat pumps, transformers, lighting systems, compressors, controls, door operators, fans, etc. Repairs doors, door frames, and furniture; fabricates and installs temporary partitions; builds forms; and operates power tools. Makes repairs to roofs and installs flashing and spouts. Performs repair on concrete surfaces including building forms, finishing concrete, and operating construction equipment when required. Paints and decorates interiors of buildings; and performs masonry work in connection with buildings, bridges, foundations, walks, and walls. Cuts grass using lawn care equipment. Removes snow from sidewalks and parking lots using basic snow removal equipment.
Other Duties:
Other duties a required.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices used in at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved. Ability to care for and use the tools and equipment utilized in the trades involved. Ability to detect defects in equipment and to make proper repairs or adjustments. Ability to lead a small group of semi-skilled workers. Ability to interpret and work from pencil sketches and diagrams. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to operate and/or utilize basic lawn care and snow removal equipment. Ability to lift and move heavy objects and to work under adverse weather conditions. Minimum of Education /
TrainingRequired Education Summary:
Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1; or Four years of experience in building and plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the Required Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices used in at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved. Ability to care for and use the tools and equipment utilized in the trades involved. Ability to detect defects in equipment and to make proper repairs or adjustments. Ability to interpret and work from pencil sketches and diagrams. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to operate and/or utilize basic lawn care and snow removal equipment. Ability to troubleshoot various equipment such as electrical, HVAC, etc. Ability to lift and move heavy objects as stated in Edinboro standards, and to work under adverse weather conditions. Ability to use computers; software related to the position including iPads, laptops, Metasys, School dude, Excel, Word, MS project, Adobe acrobat, etc. is desired.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder height (1/3 of the time). Must be able to carry up to 100 lbs., via team lift, (1/3 of the time). Must be able to push/pull 50 lbs. (1/3 of the time). Additional requirements include Bending, Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Crawling, Climbing, Reaching out and up, Wrist-Turning, Pinching and Finger Manipulation (1/3 to 2/3 of the time).
Work Location:
Edinboro Campus Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours:
7am - 3pm
Monday-Friday Posting Date:
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:
No Diversity Statement:
PennWest Universitys Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the universitys mission.
ADA Statement:
To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, asalsgiver@pennwest.edu ; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
EEO Statement:
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201. To apply, please visit https://pennwest.peopleadmin.com/postings/3293 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-df9815b29002444ea2196d1730debe2d
