St. Louis, Missouri
Posted: 06-Apr-23
Location: Claremont, California
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FACILITIES MAINTENANCE MECHANIC II
FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT – PLANT OPERATIONS
Position Summary:
The Facilities and Maintenance Department – Plant Operations supports the College’s mission by maintaining equipment, buildings, and systems. Under the general direction of the Senior Director for Plant Operations and Projects and Assistant Manager and in collaboration with other Facilities staff, the Facilities Maintenance Mechanic-2 performs a range of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of facilities. The primary focus will be preventative maintenance on chillers, cooling towers, roof top air handling units, boilers, pumps, and exhaust fans. Inspect, test, adjust, repair and clean mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Experience managing chemicals and maintenance of cooling towers and/or boilers is preferred.
About Harvey Mudd College:
Located in the heart of Claremont, California, 35 miles east of Los Angeles, Harvey Mudd College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college offering degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. HMC enrolls about 800 students and is a member of The Claremont Colleges, which comprises five undergraduate colleges and two graduate institutions. According to students, professors, and alumni, what makes Harvey Mudd distinctive is its collaborative, cross-disciplinary nature. The working environment is built on collaborative relationships between and among all members of the campus community and a deep commitment to the College’s mission to educate students “so that they may assume leadership in their fields with a clear understanding of the impact of their work on society.”
Benefits
At Harvey Mudd College, we value you and the contributions you make to our success. We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package.
- Medical Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Retirement Plan (12% employer contribution- no employee contribution needed)
- Dependent Collegiate Scholarship Program (50% of tuition and mandatory fees at any college that your student is accepted. For eligible employees, subject to policy requirements.)
- 11 Paid Holidays for 2022
- Paid Sick, Vacation & Personal days
- Free uniforms and work tools
- Free employee parking available
- Fun express discounts (substantial savings on admissions to amusement and water parks, museums, movie passes, dinner theaters and a host of family friendly activities)
- Harvey Mudd follows local state and federal COVID safety precautions. We also provide personal protective equipment when needed
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance inspections and repair and/or replace mechanical equipment, plumbing and electrical fixtures, valves, devices, and appliances which include, but are not limited to the following:
- Performing daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual and annual preventive maintenance on equipment including chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, boilers, pumps exhaust fans, generators etc.
- Fill out equipment run logs and take readings to look for anomalies in operating conditions.
- Monitor and make changes to the building automation system as needed. Look for efficiencies in Plant operation and make recommendations.
- Opening clogged toilets, sump sewer pits and drains and repairing leaking plumbing fixtures.
- Replacing smoke detectors and resetting breakers.
- Repairing minor electrical such as lighting, ballasts, and exhaust fans.
- Replacing light bulbs, lamps, fluorescent fixtures, light switches and receptacles.
- Rebuild pumps by replacing seals and bearings as needed when equipment makes.
- Perform repairs on miscellaneous lab equipment, cooling and refrigeration systems throughout the college as needed.
- Monitor, coordinate and oversee repairs made by contractors on all equipment.
- Observe and report, through the work order system, any and all defects, deterioration, and wear and tear on campus facilities. Notify the Sr Director of Plant Operations and Projects and/or the Assistant Manager of Plant Operations. Report discrepancies or necessary follow-ups to supervisor.
- Assist other facilities and maintenance staff with daily assignments and projects on an as-needed basis.
- Assist with communication to or directly communicate with internal faculty and staff regarding the status of repairs and replacement.
- Comply with safety regulations and policies.
- Maintain a professional and courteous manner with faculty, staff and students.
- Maintain knowledge and skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Individual must possess knowledge, skills and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Demonstrated ability to use a variety of hand and power tools related to job duties. Proven mechanical knowledge and ability to perform preventive maintenance, repair and replacement of electrical, plumbing, painting, and mechanical systems.
- Ability to understand written and oral instructions in English
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, stoop, twist, stretch, lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level without assistance, climb ladders, and be able to work on feet for prolonged periods of time; ability to access and work on building roofs.
- Willingness and ability to work occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime (including evenings and weekends).
- Ability to interact well with faculty, staff and student populations.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to prioritize work and use time and materials effectively and efficiently.
Qualifications:
Education: High school graduation or equivalent. HVAC and Boiler Operator certifications or relevant experience preferred.
Experience: 5-7 years related experience. Prefer experience in private or public educational facility. Experience managing chemicals and maintenance of cooling towers and boilers is preferred.
Licenses/Certifications: Must have valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the College’s automobile insurer.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to safely lift 50 pounds, unassisted to waist level.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, stoop, twist, grasp hand tools, climb ladders up to 20 feet with assistance and ten feet unassisted; ability to work on feet for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to move through limited access spaces.
- Must be able to satisfactorily complete a post-offer physical exam.
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.
Hours:
The regular hours are 6:00a.m. to 2:30p.m., Monday – Friday. Hours may vary due to the needs of the department or College. Overtime may be required during busy period. Additionally, all maintenance staff are on call to tend to campus emergencies as needed.
Classification:
This is a non-exempt, full-time, benefits-eligible position. The anticipated starting salary range is $25.00/hour - $30.00/hour. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Grooming and Appearance: The College always seeks to maintain a neat and professional image. A uniform is provided and required. Good personal hygiene is required.
Reporting:
Reports to the Senior Director for Plant Operations and Projects.
Application Process:
Please visit www.hmc.edu/employment to view a complete job description and apply. More information about HMC’s competitive benefits package is available at www.hmc.edu/hrbenefits.
Deadline to apply:
Position will remain open until filled.
Additional Information:
All faculty and staff (including contract workers) who are employed at HMC and for whom the COVID-19 vaccine is approved/authorized by the FDA, must be vaccinated against COVID-19, including the COVID-19 vaccine booster and provide proof of vaccination and booster, unless an exemption from this policy has been granted as an accommodation or otherwise.
This job description defines the essential job duties of the position. Harvey Mudd College expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of the job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Regular employment at the College is for no specified period; conditions and status of employment (hours, pay, title, duties, etc.) are subject to change at any time. Employment is at-will and employees, and likewise the College, are free to end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause, unless otherwise prohibited by law.