Mechanical Maintenance Technician III - Plumber
Job in
Biddeford, York County, Maine, 04005, USA
Listed on 2026-01-15
Listing for:
University of New England
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-15
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Information
Position Type
Professional Staff
Faculty Track
Position Title
Mechanical Maintenance Technician III - Plumber
Employment Status
Full Time
Months
12
Campus
Biddeford, ME
Description
The Mechanical Maintenance Technician III is an integral member of our campus services team, specializing in HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and automotive systems. This position is primarily Monday through Friday, 1st shift, but requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends during winter storms, and participate in an on-call rotation.
The expected pay is $30.00 per hour (annualized to $62,400), with total compensation ranging from $81,060 to $93,979, depending on the selected medical and dental plans.
About the University of New England
UNE is Maine's largest private university, with an active research community that together holds the most NIH funding in the state. Across two beautiful coastal campuses in Biddeford and Portland Maine, faculty scientists pursue biomedical research with broad impacts on healthcare, alongside a medical school that is the state's top provider of health professionals.
Benefits Overview
- Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
- Up to 8% retirement plan match.
- Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
- Educational benefits:
- UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
- UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
- 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.
Responsibilities
- Performs a variety of HVAC, Building Automation System (BAS) maintenance, Fleet vehicle operation, installation, and repair tasks, including complex installation and repair projects.
- Maintains an appropriate inventory of supplies and materials.
- Plan, supervise and assist with daily maintenance operations related to the mechanical, automotive fleet, and/or electrical systems.
- Coordinate project work with outside contractors and vendors and special projects.
- Assist Mechanical Services Lead with coordinating daily work assignments.
- Complete, understand and comply with initial and annual employee regulatory compliance and safety training as assigned. Complies with all occupational safety and health standards, rules and regulations. Reports all hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to supervisor.
- Performs other duties as required.
- High school education, plus 5 years of relevant technical training and field experience.
- State of Maine Boiler Operator's license, plumbing license and/or fuel oil and gas technician license. Or for Automotive, State of Maine Inspection and various ASE licensing.
- Broad base of technical knowledge and skills related to heating, ventilation and air conditioning system installation, BAS maintenance and repair, as well as general plumbing and electrical systems.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and perform various physical activities including crouching, kneeling, stooping, reaching, balancing, crawling, and climbing ladders as necessary to fulfill job duties.
- Primarily a Monday through Friday 1st shift job, but the ability to work evenings, weekends for winter storms, and an on-call rotation.
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran.
Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Additional Note
This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2022PS0755P
Open Date
01/09/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
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