Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic

Job Summary:

Rollins College is currently seeking a service-oriented Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic to join their Maintenance team. The Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic has the responsibility of maintaining, replacing as needed, and systematizing Rollins' assets (i.e. automobiles, golf carts, grounds equipment, box trucks, forklifts, and similar property).

Essential Job Functions

• Troubleshoot and repair Rollins' assets.
  
• Develop and execute routine preventive maintenance plans of all Rollins' assets.
  
• Repair and/or change flat tires on Rollins' assets, rotate as necessary.
  
• Recover stranded vehicles or relocate vehicles in need of repair by using a vehicle and trailer.
  
• Testing and replacing batteries on Rollins' assets.
  
• Complete minor electrical wiring repairs/replacements.
  
• Properly log service records for Rollins' assets.
  
• Properly disposing of materials, including batteries, oil, hydraulic fluid, fuel, and other waste fluids; maintaining record logs and certificates when applicable.
  
• Remove, sharpen, and re-install or replace blades on equipment.
  
• Repair or coordinate repair of hydraulic vehicles or machinery.

Minimum
Qualifications:

• High school education.
• Possess a valid driver's license, or ability to obtain a Florida driver's license within 30 days of accepting the job, and acceptable motor vehicle record.

Preferred
Qualifications:

• Welding experience.
• Any job-related certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Understand the operation of vehicles (auto, golf, box truck, etc.) and methods of troubleshooting and repair.
  
• Must be competent at loading and pulling trailers and properly securing loads.
  
• Must be comfortable operating heavy equipment, such as forklifts, lift truck, winches, grinders, air-powered tools, etc.
  
• Understand electronic/battery control systems on Rollins' assets.
  
• Be capable of using tools for their proper function safely.

Work Schedule:

The Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic is scheduled to work 7.5 hours/day, 37.5 hours per week. Schedules will be discussed during the interview process.

As a condition of employment in this position, the incumbent will be subject to call in outside of regular hours in order to respond to emergencies, including the preparation and maintenance of College facilities, grounds, systems and services during inclement weather crises.

Also, the staff member will be required to carry on-call phone in one week intervals 1-3 times during the year, which includes working an associated Saturday shift.

Flexible schedule or overtime, including evenings or weekends, may be required to meet business needs.

Work Environment:

• Campus-based, front-facing customer service position working in an indoor and outdoor environments.
• Work requires physical strain including bending, lifting, and standing for long periods of time.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, bend, handle, lift, and/or carry heavy objects and equipment.
• Must be punctual and reliable; daily attendance is required.
  

Instructions to Applicants:

To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials:

1. Resume

Screening of applications will begin immediately.
Benefits & Perks:

• 15 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
• 10 Days - Paid Holidays
• 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events, and more)
• Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
• Plus More!

Additional Perks:

• Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 & Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter Park SunRail Station
• Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more)
• Free E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
• IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
• College Bookstore Discounts
• Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
• Discover what it's like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
• Plus More!

Rollins offers a competitive hourly rate, along with our generous full-time benefits package! Click here to review our full-time benefits package.
About the
Rollins'
Facilities Services
Department:
Facilities Services serves a variety of roles for the campus community by taking care of the physical environment and keeping things operating for faculty, students, and staff. The Housekeeping Team provides service and support to create an environment where learning can happen. To learn more about Rollins' Facilities Services, please click here.

Our Service
Excellence Philosophy:



At Rollins, we strive to be responsive, respectful, collaborative, competent, and inclusive in all that we do. Whether serving prospective or current students, alumni, local residents, or our fellow faculty and staff colleagues, these standards define the Rollins service experience.

Click here to learn more about our commitment to Service Excellence at Rollins College!

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Rollins College is an equal opportunity institution. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by College policy or federal, state, or local law for employment and in our educational programs and activities. To learn more about our commitments, visit click here. Any applicant who requires reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us by phone or in writing to mailto:humanresources@rollins.edu' href='https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7170553&targetURL=mailto:humanresources@rollins.edu' target='_blank'>humanresources@rollins.edu | 407.646.2102.
Employment Eligibility:


All new employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Rollins College, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Rollins College will require proof of authorization to work in the United States. Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Department of State, the College may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the College is not able to pay the required fee accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Service Months:

12


To apply, visit https://jobs.rollins.edu/jobs/vehicle-and-equipment-mechanic-orlando-florida-united-states-winter-park-fl

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