Facilities General Mechanic

Performs various HVAC repairs, electromechanical repairs, preventative maintenance on campus building equipment, welding/metal fabrication. Troubleshoots HVAC devices and low voltage controls.

This is a full-time, benefits eligible, hourly position with a hiring range of $28.14 - $33.11 per hour.

Core Responsibilities:

• Performs millwright activities including equipment reliability and preventive maintenance, belt and shaft alignments, work on conveyor systems, and rigging.
• Performs work on solenoids, actuators, and low voltage systems. Use of laptop and various software programs and network interfaces to communicate for troubleshooting, repair and calibration of sensors and other DDC equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance and testing of standby emergency generators on campus. Coordinates outages and repairs as required.
• Performs yearly PMs including greasing and checking of fluids on various equipment.
• Perform metal fabrication and weld repair as necessary to build/rebuild various equipment and parts.
• Performs all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established Middlebury College and departmental policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned to assist the department in obtaining and maintaining its mission. Work cooperatively with others and accept direction from supervisors.
• Performs associated facilities services maintenance work as requested, including, but not limited to: snow removal, event setup and cleanup, truck loading and unloading and grounds maintenance.
• Support teams of trades people skilled in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and automotive technology.

Requirements

• A minimum of five years experience in one or more of the following areas: millwright, plumbing/HVAC/electrical; welding; TIG, MIG, stick, gas (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW); appliance installation and repair; commercial kitchen equipment; generators and engines; basic machining.
• Certificate of fitness T6 - Emergency Generators (TQP) - Have or ability to obtain; Technical certifications for welding, propane, natural gas - Have or ability to obtain preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills a must.
• Must be able to work independently with ability to troubleshoot complex problems spanning HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems in a large building environment.
• Must have a valid driver's license, with clean driving record, and own vehicle for transportation of self, tools, and procuring small materials. Furnishes own hand tools for plumbing/mechanical work.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn lockout /tag out procedures, confined space entry and electrical safety.