Maintenance Technician

POSITION TITLE: Maintenance Technician

DEPARTMENT: Buildings and Grounds

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Buildings and Grounds Department manages all campus buildings and grounds maintenance. The Maintenance Technician will support the team in ensuring timely and efficient maintenance of all campus buildings and grounds.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General maintenance work and repairs

Carpentry, Drywall, and Painting

Plumbing and Electrical

Operate heavy machinery (Bobcat, Holder, Single man or Scissors lift)

Snow removal – use shovel, snow blower, plow

Be on call – Respond to Emergency calls

Other duties assigned or delegated

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent.

5 or more years of experience in maintenance.

Knowledge of small engines

Knowledge of power tools

Work in a neat and timely manner

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift at least 50lbs and perform physical tasks as needed.

Work nights or weekends if needed.

Salary and FLSA Status

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 hourly

FLSA Status: Non-exempt, 40 hours

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching contributions

Professional development opportunities

Tuition remission for employees and their dependents

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.

About Dominican University

Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.

Dominican currently enrolls over 3,300 students, including 2,280 undergraduates and 1,027 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.

Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit

Expectations for all Dominican Employees:

To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.

Institutional Statement

Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at for assistance.