Offer: Maintenance Mech/Plumber

Maintenance Mech/Plumber

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Job Summary
The Maintenance Mechanic/Plumber performs a wide variety of repair and maintenance tasks primarily related to plumbing equipment and systems. Performs maintenance and repair work on but not limited to utility infrastructure, building systems, steam heating systems, laboratories, exhaust fans, pumps, and air compressors. Participates in on-call rotation in conformity with standard operating procedures.


Minimum Qualifications
• HS diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) years of practice in plumbing and piping
• Valid US Driver's license
• Must have the capability to be medically qualified for respirator use
candidates must meet stated minimum education and practice requirements.


Preferred Qualifications


Minimum expertise, expertise, and Abilities
• Basic expertise of plumbing trade, equipment, and tools
• capability to read, write, and perform arithmetic functions
• capability to read and troubleshoot from blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• capability to use all hand tools and operate all power tools and equipment (i.e., pipe threader/cutters, band saw, power snakes, generators, compressors)
• capability to operate a computer using standard office software
• capability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and lifts
• capability to work independently and as a team member
• Excellent customer service expertise


Preferred expertise, Skill, and Abilities
None


Shift
Non Standard Shift: see job details


TravelLocal travel between campus locations only


Driving
Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger use


Application instructions


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Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.


COVID-19 Pandemic Protocols
Rensselaer welcomes undergraduate and graduate students to campus for an in-person academic practice. To support this practice, all faculty and staff are expected to work primarily onsite.
Rensselaer requires all faculty and staff to be vaccinated (and boosted when eligible) against COVID-19. Requests for exemptions for medical or religious reasons will be evaluated on a case by case basis.