Mechanical Specialist (CL3)

The University of Maine System is seeking applications for a Mechanical Specialist (CL3).  

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is accepting applications for a Mechanical Specialist (CL3). This position performs advanced installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting work in support of University facilities and operations. 

The Mechanical Specialist applies specialized technical knowledge in areas such as HVAC and related trades to maintain safe, efficient, and reliable building systems and equipment. 

Responsibilities include coordinating projects, prioritizing and assigning work, interpreting blueprints and technical diagrams, ordering materials, and collaborating with campus departments and other skilled trades staff. The position works with minimal supervision and may provide direction, training, and guidance to employees on project sites while ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards and regulations.

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with occasional nights and weekends, and the availability to assist with emergencies after hours.

This position has been designated as an “Essential Employee” role. This designation means that, in the event of an emergency (including but not limited to severe weather, natural or human-caused disasters, public health emergencies, operational disruptions, or campus closures), you may be required to work to support the continuity of critical University functions. 

For a complete list of responsibilities and qualifications, please review the complete job description.  

The starting pay for this full time position is $26.33 or the appropriate transfer rate.  The University of Maine System offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. 

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 4 years of experience in a skilled trade such as HVAC systems.
• Ability to perform maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on equipment and building systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, and technical instructions.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to organize work, handle multiple tasks, and help direct projects.
• Ability to do physical work, including lifting and moving materials.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to get one by hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade licenses or certifications related to HVAC, specifically a Master’s license.
• State of Maine Oil Board License
• Experience leading projects or training others.
• Experience ordering materials and estimating project costs.
• Experience using computerized diagnostic or maintenance systems.
• Experience working in schools, commercial buildings, or large facilities.

How to Apply

Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now" below or visit the UMPI Careers Page.   

For application to be considered complete you must create an applicant profile (application) and submit ALL of the following: 

• Cover letter
• Resume

Important items to know about the recruiting process: 

• Review of applications will begin immediately. 
• Finalists will be required to provide contract information for three (3) professional references. 
• We are unable to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship. 
• Incomplete materials will not be considered. 
• The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings and post-offer physical. 

About the University
For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has been helping students find their path to great professional careers providing its 3,000 traditional and non-traditional students from all areas of the state, country, and world with life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment. 
Further information is available on the University of Maine at Presque Isle website.
The university sits on 150 acres surrounded by the rolling hills and potato fields of northern Maine and the university strives to be the region’s premier learning institution while helping to stimulate cultural and economic development in Aroostook County and the State of Maine. The university serves as an educational and cultural center for the area and its facilities are utilized for lectures, programs, concerts, dance performances, exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region.
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About UsAbout the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.