The Alumni Association of the University of Michigan is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III for Camp Michigania. The Maintenance Mechanic III is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, and replacement of a wide range of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, structural, and specialized facility systems. This position supports the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of approximately 50 buildings across 400 acres, including facilities located along 1,000 feet of shoreline on the beautiful and pristine Walloon Lake in Boyne City, Michigan.

What makes this position unique is the combination of hands-on technical work, responsibility for broad building systems, and the opportunity to be part of a team maintaining a family camp environment in an exceptional natural setting. 

The role is ideal for a skilled, versatile maintenance professional with strong troubleshooting abilities, experience working across multiple trades, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality facilities that support daily operations, guest experiences, and long-term asset preservation while contributing to the care and operation of a large, scenic property in one of Michigan's most remarkable lakefront environments.

In addition to the responsibilities and qualifications listed below, and most importantly, candidates must share and hold to the highest regard the same values that are uniquely inherent to the Alumni Association:

ALL IN

Believe in our mission

Be trustworthy and loyal to the Alumni Association and each other

Be passionate about what we're doing and be proud to be a part of it

Be an employee who goes above and beyond the call of duty

SERVING HEART

Be open and willing to listen to others and help in whatever way possible

You're dedicated to selflessly following the Platinum Rule: treat others the way they want to be treated

SOLUTION SEEKER

You're a creative problem solver

You're never satisfied with the status quo

You find a way to say yes

You embrace new ideas and approaches from different ,perspectives 

You're collaborative, flexible and adaptive

• Repair or replace pumps, compressors and motors.
• Provide in-service training to other employees on building and equipment inspection, maintenance and repair.
• Replace water, sewer, air and gas lines.
• Maintain, repair and replace specialized equipment and facilities systems, including building management system controls such as large commercial food service equipment and emergency generators.
• Dismantle mechanical equipment using hoists, scaffolding and chainfalls.
• Prepare sketches and specifications for structural components and building fixtures.
• Adjust, repair and replace sheaves, bearings, belts and guards on large air handling and exhaust systems.
• Repair ducts, machine guards, tanks and fan or filter housings.
• Inspect and test steam and hot water systems, fire and sprinkler systems, compressors, and air and exhaust systems to assure correct operation, cycling and functioning of gauges, valves and controllers to determine maintenance needs.
• Inspect and repair water, sewer, air and gas lines.
• Repair sheet metal structures, such as ducts, roof gutters, flashing, tanks, blowers, drain pipes and filter housings.
• Repair and replace electrical outlets, switches and light fixtures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications to locate machinery, ducts, piping and valves, and to apply manufacturer's instructions for maintenance and repair procedures.
• Braze, solder and weld pipe, sheet metal and metal fixtures and furniture.
• Repair and replace sinks, commodes and urinals, including faucets and valve assemblies.

General Responsibilities:

• Provide organizational leadership by demonstrating AAUM core values: All In, Serving Heart, and Solution Seeker, and helping other staff members demonstrate those values.
• Value and embrace different identities and perspectives, recognizing that everyone has unique and different experiences that contribute to the best solution seeking and success for AAUM. 
• Work with AAUM staff members to gain a clear and consistent understanding of the details of the strategic plan and feel equal ownership of every piece of it, including pieces for which there is no direct responsibility.

• Be collaborative with all AAUM staff and teams. Operate as a critical contributing member of the staff to complete objectives in many different areas in order to move the whole organization toward the strategic plan.

   

• Share knowledge through internal communication.
• Support the Alumni Association's vision of creating a place of belonging for all alumni.

Supervision Received

Direct supervision is received from the Facilities Manager

• A high school diploma is required.
• Knowledge and experience in maintenance that can include building construction, motor maintenance and repair, and electrical and plumbing installation. 
• Ability to work in a team. 
• Ability to positively interact with a broad spectrum of ages and personalities on a daily basis.
• A valid driver's license is required to drive a U-M and AAUM vehicle. 
• Ability to move a minimum of 50 pounds and to do labor intensive physical work.

• Experience with small engine repair

• Occasional evening and weekend work is required to support year round camp programs, including 11-week summer camp. 

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.

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