Position Information
| Posting date |
09/08/2025 |
| Closing date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Position Number |
0404000 |
| Position Title |
Mason II |
| Hiring Range Minimum |
$34.98/hr |
| Hiring Range Maximum |
$34.98/hr |
| Union Type |
SEIU |
| SEIU Level |
O |
| FLSA Status |
Non-Exempt |
| Employment Category |
Regular Full Time |
| Scheduled Months per Year |
12 |
| Scheduled Hours per Week |
40 |
| Schedule |
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| Location of Position |
Hanover, NH |
| Remote Work Eligibility? |
Onsite only |
| Is this a term position? |
No |
| If yes, length of term in months. |
n/a |
| Is this a grant funded position? |
No |
| Position Purpose |
The Mason II is highly qualified and experienced, responsible for performing the more complex tasks and independently some of the routine tasks involved in the construction, repair, maintenance, remodeling, and renovation of masonry structures of brick, block, stone, tile, firebrick, plaster, cement, drywall, and similar materials, including the interior and exterior walls of the College's buildings and other major structures. |
| Description |
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| Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp |
High School plus 3+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience |
| Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities |
- High school or equivalency.
- Must have 3 to 5 year apprenticeship and an additional 2 to 3 years of relevant experience; or the equivalent.
- Must hold a valid driver's license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
- Working knowledge of and skill in accepted surface preparation including the use and maintenance of related tools and equipment.
- Knowledge of shop mathematics used to plan and measure materials according to requirements and dimensions outlined in instructions.
- Skill to analyze complex and exact projects with features such as arcs, tangents, and circles.
- Ability to work at heights on cherry pickers, ladders, staging, scaffolding, and working knowledge of all applicable safety rules and regulations.
- Skill to accurately line up courses that are horizontally and vertically straight.
- Skill in the use of trowels in spreading mortar and finishing joints and in the use of gauge line, spirit level and plumb bob.
- Ability to work under general supervision consisting of oral or written instructions, sketches, and easily understood blueprints.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Willingness to work overtime when required.
Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates:
- Driver Safety
- Hazard Communication
- Lock-out/Tag-out
- Respirator Training
- Asbestos awareness training
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries |
Fran Heath, Supervisor Bldg Repair Shop |
| Department Contact Phone Number |
Francis.A.Heath@dartmouth.edu |
| Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title |
Jason Bergeron, Director of Maintenance Services |
| Department Contact's Phone Number |
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| Equal Opportunity Employer |
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all. |
| Background Check |
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. |
| Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? |
Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
UNION
POSITIONS
ARE
AVAILABLE TO
SEIU
UNION
MEMBERS
ONLY
DURING
THE
FIRST
WEEK OF
POSTING.
AFTER
ONE
WEEK OF
POSTING, IF
THE
POSITION
HAS
NOT
BEEN
FILLED
INTERNALLY, IT IS
OPEN TO
THE
GENERAL
PUBLIC
AND
OTHER
MEMBERS OF
THE
DARTMOUTH
COMMUNITY.
OPEN TO
UNION
MEMBERS
ONLY
FROM (9/8/25)
THROUGH (9/15/25)
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
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| Additional Instructions |
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| Quick Link |
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/82902 |
Key Accountabilities
| Description |
Responsibilities
- Inspects major project work sites as well as smaller work sites to determine appropriate procedures and techniques and the materials, tools and equipment required.
- Removes such things as tar, dirt, and mortar from surfaces by wire brushing, buffing, and scraping so that materials will adhere properly.
- Lays common and face brick, firebrick, cement block, glass block, terra cotta, and various artificial and natural stone in constructing and repairing such items as walls, walks, chimneys, fireplaces, manholes, boilers and catch basins.
- Repoints existing masonry work.
- Installs or repairs plaster walls and ceilings as needed.
- Prepares and installs substrates for installation of ceramic and porcelain tile.
- Installs and repairs ceramic and porcelain tile, including grout.
- Installs and repairs slate patio systems
- Repairs leaks with masonry type products.
- Performs miscellaneous carpentry tasks including roof sub-structure repairs, duckboard fabrication, and various other general projects.
- Punches holes in slate, tile, terra cotta, using punch and hammer.
- Skilled in cutting strips of flashing and fitting them into angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.
- Is designated as a competent scaffold person as defined by OSHA.
- Assisting with large jobs, and acting independently on routine or small jobs acts, sets up staging areas and equipment in order to ensure the protection of surrounding areas and the safe placement of ladders and scaffolding.
- Cleans and maintains brushes and masonry tools and equipment and monitors inventory of supplies, materials and equipment; and informs supervisor of upcoming needs.
- Miscellaneous duties include: installs banners; roof snow removal; assists campus roofer with repairs
Mentorship
Works with and mentors Mason I, explaining the procedures being performed and the reasoning behind those actions.
- For example, provide clear and concise instructions; educate via offering constructive input to coworkers performing work.
- While performing maintenance work share the procedures being taken and the reasoning behind the action.
- When qualified, allow the technician to perform the work under supervision.
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| Percentage Of Time |
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| Description |
Working Conditions
- Works on sloped roofs and from ladders, cherry pickers, scaffolds, and platforms.
- Work requires bending, kneeling, standing, climbing, and working overhead or in stretched, cramped or awkward positions.
- Work involves regular lifting, carrying, or holding objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Work is performed indoors, outdoor, in bad weather, in areas that are dirty, or smoky and where fumes (e.g., tar) are present.
- Is exposed to cuts and bruises and more serious injuries while bending metal or working on ladders, scaffolds, etc.
- Work involves wearing special or protective clothing such as aprons or overalls, gloves and goggles.
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| Percentage Of Time |
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| Description |
Work Environment
- Laboratory settings
- Commercial kitchen settings
- Mechanical/electric rooms
- Ladders/staging
- Roofs
- Private offices/public spaces
- Residential student housing
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| Percentage Of Time |
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| Description |
Culture and Employee Belonging
We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.
- Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Participates in division-wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
- Willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas of improving culture and inclusion across the division.
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| Percentage Of Time |
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. |
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Performs other duties as assigned. |
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