About this Maintenance Mechanic - Part Time role at Penn State University
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POSITION SPECIFICS
Summer 2026 employment - Office Physical Plant, Penn State University
The Office of Physical Plant is currently hiring qualified skilled trades individuals for summer employment beginning May, 2026, through September, 2026. These positions require 40 hours of work per week (M-F with a start time of 6:00 A.M.) and are available in trades such as Electrical, Refrigeration/Plumbing, and Heating & Ventilation.
PLEASE NOTE: To be considered for employment, please submit a cover letter stating your area of interest in addition to your resume.
Electrical Trade Duties:
- Assist with the installation of the following: new power and lighting circuits, LED lamp conversions, door security hardware, minor fire alarm upgrades, and other electrical and electronic tasks.
- Assist with general maintenance and troubleshooting on electrical and electronic circuits.
- Assist other technicians with dispatch calls and urgent electrical repairs
- Report extensive repairs needed to the supervisor
Refrigeration/Plumbing Duties:
- Assist with preventative maintenance of commercial refrigeration and cooling systems/equipment.
- Assist other technicians with dispatch calls for cooling systems
- Assist with the service and repair of, but not limited to, heat pumps, compressors, ice machines, laboratory equipment, condensers, evaporators, and associated controls.
- Report extensive repairs needed to the supervisor
Heating & Ventilation Duties:
- Assist with general maintenance and repairs to RTUs, AHUs, VAVs, etc.
- Assist with preventative maintenance of heating and ventilation systems
- Assist other technicians with building automation systems (BAS)
- Report extensive repairs needed to the supervisor
- Assist other technicians with HVAC needs
The starting rate for this job is $18.00
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
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