Maintenance Mechanic

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we’re ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

New Hampshire

Southern New Hampshire University is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to support campus facilities operations, with a primary emphasis on painting and general building maintenance. You will report to the Carpentry Services Manager and provide hands‑on support across multiple areas of facilities operations and assist licensed trades staff with minor projects and daily maintenance needs.

• Mon‑Fri: 7:30 AM - 4 PM
• Rotation on‑call schedule

• Perform interior and exterior painting, including surface preparation, patching, sanding, finishing, and touch‑up work
• Support general building maintenance activities such as:
  • Minor repairs to doors, hardware, fixtures, screens, and furnishings
  • Basic upkeep of campus facilities and mill buildings
• Assist licensed trades staff (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC) with minor projects and preparatory tasks
• Support Millyard operations, including:
  • Event and conference room setup (tables, chairs, room configurations)
  • Minor repairs and operational support
• Participate in snow removal and inclement weather response, consistent with facilities operations requirements
• Safely use hand and power tools commonly associated with building maintenance
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Follow all university safety procedures and facilities protocols

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in general building maintenance, facilities support, or a related hands‑on maintenance role
• Demonstrated painting experience

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we’re looking for.

The hourly pay range for this position is $21.09 - $33.76. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. We expect this position to be hired in the following target hiring range $23.32 - $31.54.

• High-quality, low-deductible medical insurance
• Low to no-cost dental and vision plans
• 5 weeks of paid time off (plus almost a dozen paid holidays)
• Employer-funded retirement
• Free tuition program
• Parental leave
• Mental health and wellbeing resources