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Emerson College

Trades Mechanic, 3rd Shift

Boston Campus

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Role family
Skilled trades
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
8 Oct 2026

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Join our community and experience Emerson College !

The Trades Mechanic 3rd Shift position reports to the Assistant Director, Facilities Management, and will perform a variety of duties around the college related to general maintenance and construction during the hours of 10:30 pm-6:30 am. In addition, this position will respond to building maintenance issues and client requests, and will ensure that a safe environment is maintained for all campus users. This is an important role that requires accuracy, attention to detail, and reliability.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

  • Maintain campus properties, ensuring that a safe environment is provided for all users.
  • Complete daily work order requests.
  • Give access to contractors as necessary.
  • Maintain supplies and equipment.
  • Perform seasonal maintenance tasks as appropriate.
  • Assist trades personnel as needed.
  • Remove snow as required.
  • Document time and materials information.
  • Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS – Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform job.

  • High School Diploma or equivalent experience required
  • 3-5 years of job-related experience with demonstrated competence required
  • Experience in a higher education setting preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES – May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.

  • Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other trades
  • Self-starter with good problem-solving skills
  • Good attention to detail required

PHYSICAL ABILITIES – Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • This position is active in nature, continuous movement throughout the college campus is required.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions from supervisors and to verbally communicate with co-workers is essential.
  • Repetitive movements, frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, reaching, pushing, stooping, climbing, and the ability to detect color-coding and read will be expected.

WORK ENVIRONMENT – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

  • This position works both indoors and outdoors.
  • Exposed to moderate noise levels
  • Occasionally exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather conditions
  • Exposed to dust, oils, chemicals, and fumes
  • Exposed to vibration, moving mechanical parts, and the risk of electric shock
  • May occasionally work in a confined space or in a high, dangerous place
  • IN-OFFICE EXPECTATIONS
  • This position requires an in-person presence on the Boston Campus during the work week.

Compensation: $25.70 - $30.85 hourly, commensurate with experience.

Grade of Position: 23-06NE

Employment Category: Regular .

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.00

Division of Physical & Digital Infrastructure

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Emerson Employment Categories influence work schedules, benefits eligibility, and time off policies. Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits, such as life and disability coverage and commuter offerings, are available.

Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

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