Human Resources

Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing a variety of skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of various campus facility equipment.

Responsibilities 

1. Maintain, repair, replace, inspect, calibrate, install and troubleshoot facility equipment components such as fans, motors, pumps, compressors, steam equipment, piping, belts, motors, coils, fans, window, doors, air compressors, bearings, partitions, visual display surfaces, moveable chalkboards, cubicles, curtains and signage
2. Perform tasks and aid in other trades areas.
3. Perform equipment cleaning and painting; apply protective coatings and materials on equipment as required.
4. Perform plate and pipe welding
5. Respond to emergency call outs which may occur during off shift hours.
6. Read and work from blueprints, sketches, schematic diagrams, and technical manuals.
7. Work from general assignment and proceed with a minimum of supervision or direction from others
8. Operate pickup trucks, vans, and other light-duty vehicles when required.
9. Lead and direct activities of Trades helpers and other assistants as assigned.
10. Assist in basic training programs for building maintenance staff and custodians.
11. Responsible for inventory, operation, and maintenance of related shop equipment
12. Work with manufacturers and equipment vendor service personnel.
13. Perform general shop duties or other duties as assigned. Be responsible for housekeeping, sanitation, and safety in assigned Trades break, storage, shop, and work areas.
14. Follow all University safety policies and procedures while performing duties including the use of hot work permits and confined space entry procedures.
15. Complete prescribed safety classes and training and attend additional training classes as assigned. Continually work toward increasing knowledge and skills relative to field of work.
16. Prepare cost estimates, layout sketches, material selection and schedules for various projects as assigned. Coordinate and/or lead as assigned the efforts of other trades in projects involving multiple trades, solicit input in project estimates, layout and material selection from other trades and planning and engineering
17. Contribute to a safe working environment by following safe work procedures, wearing assigned PPE, actively participating in safety training and development of safe work procedures.
18. Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives.
19. Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.
20. Report all safety-related concerns to supervisor.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

• High School diploma or equivalent post-secondary certificate.
• Graduate of a trades school program in Industrial Maintenance Technology OR Climate Control Technology OR an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
• Must possess or demonstrate the ability to obtain a Certified Welding certificate within 180 calendar days of hire
• Valid driver’s license.

Required Experience

• Four years of current experience in maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting commercial or industrial facility equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with rebuilding or repairing commercial or industrial facility equipment such as: pumps, valves, actuators, fans, bearings, belts, coils, compressors and various pipe types

Desirable Education and/or Experience

• Graduate of trades school program in Industrial Maintenance Technology or Climate Control Technology combined with 6 years of experience.
• Training and coursework in air conditioning and refrigeration, blueprint reading, CAD, industrial piping, piping systems, pneumatic and electronic controls, steam systems and welding.
• Licensed boiler operator/installer, licensed journeyman plumber, licensed journeyman electrician, boiler and pressure vessel welding
• EPA 608 Refrigerant Recycling and Recovery Certification.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of safe maintenance procedures applicable to the trade
• Knowledge and ability to properly troubleshoot, maintain and repair commercial and industrial building facility equipment
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, temperature control diagrams, operating and maintenance instructions, plans and manuals.
• Basic knowledge of 3-phase circuits up to 480 volts.
• Demonstrated ability to use manual and electrical tools and equipment applicable to the position.
• Demonstrated ability to join piping and related components by soldering, welding, threading and adhesives.
• Ability to be trained for and to work in OSHA regulated confined spaces.
• Knowledge of the basics of hot work permits.
• Demonstrate competency in using personal computers to access web sites, load and operate software, use word processors and spreadsheets and manage files and directories.
• Ability and availability to work flexible hours, overtime, evenings, nights and weekends when required to handle emergencies or work backlogs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete routine reports or checklists. Ability to effectively present information in one on one situations to customers or employees.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of problems in standardized situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical, diagram, written or oral form.
• Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot, maintain and repair refrigeration systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability of how to properly maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, repair and install typical commercial and industrial steam systems and their components including boilers, boiler controls, boiler auxiliaries, piping, valves, pressure reducing valves (PRVs), safety valves, steam traps, expansion joints and condensate pumps.
• Ability to perform boiler and pressure vessel welding
• Pneumatic control components such as regulators, air dryers, controllers, thermostats, actuators, and operators
• Basic knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Knowledge of Building Energy Management system control components and software including fume hood control systems.
• Knowledge of water treatment for boilers, hot water systems, chilled water systems and cooling towers.
• Familiarity with maintenance management software and electronic work request ticketing system.
• Familiarity with the operation of computers, portable electronic devices, and their related applications including login procedures, electronic mail, and text messages.
• Prior safety training in any of the following:
 Fall Protection
 Hoisting and Rigging
 Ladder Use
 Scaffold Use
 Material Handling
 Hazardous Waste Disposal
 Confined Space Entry
 Personal Protective Equipment
 Hazardous Substance/Spill Awareness

• Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints. 

Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee must occasionally work in elevated locations or in areas where chemical, biological, or physical hazards may be present.
In addition, the employee may be required to work in other high hazard conditions including areas where fumes or particulates are present; areas where risk of electrical shock is present; or areas where moving mechanical parts may be present.
The work environment is that of a typical industrial fabrication shop or equipment room setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to very loud. Hearing protection is regularly required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, sense heat or feel objects, tools, keyboards and controls; stand; talk and hear; and taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance on stairs, ladders and work platforms; kneel, crouch or crawl.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, peripheral, and color vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.

Required University Training:

• Employee Safety Overview

• Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training

• Annual Data Security Training 

• Annual Title IX Training

Required Departmental Training: 

• General Safety Awareness
• Hazard Communication
• Bloodborne Pathogens

Additional training will be required by the department on a periodic basis.

Background Check:

Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.

Other Conditions of Employment:

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

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FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Appointment Term

12 months

Shift

1st Shift

Pay Rate/Salary

Contractual. External candidates will receive the minimum amount ($28.11/hr).

Title of Position Supervisor

Maintenance Manager

Posting Type

Dependent on Funding

Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)

AFSCME Posting 08/21/2024 - 08/27/2024
External applicants are encouraged to apply, however internal AFSCME applicants are given first consideration if they apply during the internal AFSCME posting dates.

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