About this role
Senior Engineering Technician
Position Summary
Mary Baldwin University is currently seeking applicants for the position of Senior Engineering Technician. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. Hourly rate is $29.00.
Position Summary
The Senior Engineering Technician is a highly skilled, experienced trades professional responsible for independently diagnosing, prioritizing, and completing complex maintenance and repair work across campus systems. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, this role serves as a technical resource and field leader, supporting HVAC, plumbing, and general maintenance operations, while collaborating with Facilities leadership and team members to ensure safe, code-compliant, and efficient work. This position does not include supervisor responsibilities, but requires high level of accountability, decision making, and professionalism in daily operations.
Primary Responsibilities
- Technical Expertise and Work Execution
- Work Prioritization & Ownership
- Independently assess, prioritize, and complete assigned work orders
- Make real-time decisions based on urgency, safety, and operational impact
- Communicate with Facilities leadership when priorities conflict or escalation is needed
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of completed work
- Vendor Coordination
- Identify when external vendors are required for specialized or large-scale work
- Coordinate with Facilities Operations for vendor engagement, scheduling, and access
- Serve as an onsite-point of contact to ensure work meets expectations and standards
- Apprenticeship & Team Support
- Support the Engineer Apprentice Program by providing guidance, hands-on training, and knowledge sharing
- Model proper techniques, safety practices, and knowledge sharing
- Assist team member across the Facilities team during high-demand periods
- Customer Service
- Interact professionally with campus partners, providing clear communication on work status and timeliness
- Represent Facilities as a responsive, professional, solutions-oriented team
- Safety & Compliance
- Follow and enforce all safety procedures, including PPE usage
- Ensure all work is completed in compliance with applicable codes and regulations
- Identify and report hazards, near misses, and safety concerns
- Support a proactive and accountable safety culture
Core Expectations
- Independent Operator
- Sound Judgement
- Knows when to handle and issue independently or escalate to higher
- Understands limits and calls for support when needed
- Team-Oriented
- Supports team success over individual preference
- Avoids “that’s not my job” mindset
- Technical Leader
Qualifications
- Required
- HVAC certification (EPA or equivalent)
- Demonstrated experience in facilities maintenance or skilled trades
- Working knowledge of plumbing and general maintenance sys
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
- Preferred
- Experience in institutional or campus environments
- Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff or apprentices
- Familiarity with work order systems and PM programs