Job Description:

Penn National Insurance has a great opportunity to join our team! This is an in-house position reporting to our iconic high-rise in Harrisburg, PA.

The Receiving / Building Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing building maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects to keep property and equipment in proper condition. Included in this function, the Receiving / Building Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining the clerical and administrative assignments relating to warehousing and receiving of goods and materials and ensuring timely distribution of documents/packages to intended recipients.

 

COMPETENCIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE RECEIVING / BUILDING MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

 

Team Building

Shares valuable information, resources, and experience with other team members; follows up on relationships to keep them active.

Offers suggestions, volunteers assistance, offers resources, or removes obstacles to help the group achieve its goals

Adheres to the work group’s expectations and guidelines; fulfills team or work group responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to group goals

Shares skills and ideas with other team members, is involved in cross training, and uses problem solving techniques to enhance team

 

Attention to Details

Performs data entry, ensuring the information is entered accurately and timely

Uses problem solving skills to assess work orders.

Provides support to the Facilities department with completion of or coordination of assigned work orders.

 

Quality Orientation

Performs technically challenging projects that require acquired knowledge and developed technical skills.

Carries out routine general building maintenance and work related to the security of the building and garage.

Manages complex repairs to or replace parts of HVAC, light, electrical, and plumbing components.

Assists Corporate Facilities Manager in awareness of code compliance and contribute to methods to improve department.

 

Planning & Organizing

Ensures that required equipment and/or materials are in appropriate locations so that own and others’ work can be done effectively.

Effectively allocates own time to complete work.

Coordinates on-site activities of recycling and shredding vendors

Pick up all parts and supplies from vendors to complete a job.

Completes work-orders in a timely manner.

Determines where mail should be routed

 

Positive Approach

Performs snow removal when required

Must be flexible and may be required to work a variety of hours to ensure the total completion of assigned responsibilities or to ensure proper coverage which may include after hours and weekends.

 

Applied Learning

Puts new knowledge, understanding, or skills to practical use on the job; furthers learning through practice and ongoing feedback

Takes part in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience (e.g., takes notes, asks questions, and does required tasks).

Performs various projects requested or assigned by the Corporate Facility Manager

 

CORPORATE CORE COMPETENCIES OF THE RECEIVING / BUILDING MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

 

Effectively Communicates and Connects

Communicates clearly and concisely.

Attentively listens and asks clarifying questions.

Builds positive relationships within the workplace.

 

Customer Focused

Develops and maintains knowledge about the needs of customers and how the team provides value.

Aware of customer risks and when to escalate risks.

Identify and utilize the appropriate resources to solve customer problems.

Accelerates follow-up and action to resolve issues.

 

Talent Development Mindset

Brainstorm ideas for technical and/or professional development.

Work with supervisor to identify relevant development opportunities, shadow opportunities, including technical skill building and professional skill enhancement.

Act on opportunities to recognize colleagues for a job well done.

 

Demonstrates Adaptability

Seeks to understand others' needs and perspectives, especially those different from their own.

Open to learning about new and challenging ideas to drive the success of the work in which they are involved.

Is flexible to accommodate deliverables and prioritize work effectively.

 

Demonstrates Accountability

Takes ownership of mistakes and consults with others to resolve, learning from the experience.

Consistently checks the accuracy of work.

Provides coverage or assistance to others when needed.

Proactively steps-up to provide guidance or assistance.

 

SPECIAL RELATIONSHIPS FOR THE RECEIVING / BUILDING MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Ability to interact with all levels of employees within the organization to clarify and secure specifics regarding a pending job.

Daily interactions and communication with the Corporate Facilities Manager on all unusual problems and extraordinary developments.

Ability to interact with contractors to ensure quality projects.

 

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE RECEIVING / BUILDING MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

 

Education/Credentials

High School diploma or equivalent

Training from a technical or trade school important

 

Experience

One to three years practical experience, including training related to electrical, heating, and air conditioning systems.

Exposure to and knowledge of other building trades and maintenance desirable

Reading blueprints and schematics beneficial

Valid PA drivers’ license required

 

Technical/Professional Knowledge

Basic and developable skills relating to electricity, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, etc.

Ability to operate equipment and tools relating to various technical trades.

Recommends alternatives when a job is too difficult, impractical or impossible to accomplish with the initial plan.

Strong listening and communication skills.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS (as required by ADA – Americans with Disabilities Act)

This position is primarily a standing and walking throughout the office complex

Must be able to life and use a ladder and lift up to 50 pounds.

Must be able to see and effectively use a computer monitor.

Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard and applicable printers and other general office equipment.

Must be able to access and enter information accurately using automated systems.

Must be able to hear and communicate via the telephone and/or monitoring devices to both internal and external clients.

Must be able to present information to individuals and groups.

Must be able to interpret and apply concepts that may or may not be based upon established guidelines.

Must be able to maintain acceptable attendance and adhere to scheduled work hours.

Must be able to travel, with overnight stays required.

 

Only candidates from the following states will be considered for positions at Penn National Insurance: Alabama, Delaware, Iowa, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin.

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