Maintenance Mechanic

Job description

Title: Maintenance Mechanic Location: Upper East Side; Lower East Side; Midtown; West Side Org Unit: Main Campus - Service Work Days: Weekdays and some weekends Weekly Hours: 37.50 Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $38.56 - $38.56 *As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices Position Summary Under direct supervision, provides maintenance and repair services on infrastructure and architectural systems This is position is part of the International Union Of Operation Engineers (IUOE), Local 30 union. Job Responsibilities Completes and submits a variety of service requests and preventative maintenance tasks indicating work performed and time and material spent. Assists with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair services on heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC+R) systems. Provides assistance in the maintenance of plumbing systems. Assists in the operation of various types of power drain cleaning machines. Performs routine carpentry repair and installation work. Monitors and operates building automation systems. Performs general maintenance of machine rooms including replacing lighting, removing debris and general cleaning. Unloads and distributes materials and equipment received to stock and work areas. Performs routine daily inspections of the utility systems in assigned areas and records operational data. Interprets operational data and makes adjustments that improve performance/efficiency and/or resolve operational problems. Provides stakeholders with the status updates, issues, key activities and any changes to the scope of the overall project. Education High School Diploma Completion of technical school training program in one of the maintenance trades or significant comparable experience. Experience Minimum 2-5 years of experience in general maintenance within a large institution or commercial facility with complex infrastructure systems. If role requires use of WCM vehicle for business use, must have valid New York State driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to work on off-shifts as required to accommodate on-going operations and/or emergencies. Ability to be available for 24-hour emergency call-ins. Licenses and Certifications Maintain FDNY certifications necessary for the operation of utility systems. The required FDNY Certificates of Fitness as one requirement to successfully complete the probationary period are: A35, C42, F60, G46, G60, G71, P98, P99, S12 and S13 EPA Universal Refrigeration Technician Certification Working Conditions/Physical Demands Position requires working in a non-office environment where there are some physical discomforts such as noise, dust, heat, fumes and other elements which are continuously present; Periodic work in animal research areas, work in machine rooms, crawl spaces, areas where there are odors from maintenance products, leaks, dust, dark areas, dampness, areas with restricted access, and noise; Frequent use of ladders to perform work; Work is performed both indoors and outdoors; Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry or otherwise move objects weighing a minimum of 50 pounds and push/pull objects up to 100 pounds; Position requires the utilization of hand tools, power tools, large wrenches; operation of small to large valves; visually and audibly required to observe operating equipment; ability to walk, stand, climb ladders/scaffolds, bend, reach, lift and carry Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.