Building Service Technician III

Position Purpose

On both a scheduled work order basis and in response to emergencies, performs maintenance and repair to Dartmouth College academic and administration buildings, structures, and related fixtures and utilities, using a variety of trade practices associated with the occupations such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and other related trades. The Building Service Technician III position applies a high level of skill and proficiency in the execution of these duties related to all systems at Dartmouth College.

Above and beyond the regular maintenance responsibilities, this position will also mentor junior Building Service Technicians and have a solid level of skill on campus building automation systems and more complicated systems located in the areas of responsibility, such as RODI systems, pool certification, heat recovery systems.

Education:

High School plus 5+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 8-plus years of experience and knowledge with MEP systems and controls.
• Valid driver’s license and qualification under Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle policy.
• Ability to perform carpentry repairs, including specialty items such as blackboards and raised‑floor systems.
• Working knowledge of fire alarm locks and door hardware.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical systems, including replacement of fuses, relays, switches, motors, and related appurtenances.
• Ability to maintain, diagnose and repair plumbing systems, including faucet/toilet repairs, drinking fountain maintenance, leaking pipe repairs, and other water/sanitary building systems.
• Ability to diagnose, maintain and repair refrigeration cycles.
• High level of skill with Energy Management/HVAC equipment and systems, diagnosing root causes of malfunctions and executing required repairs.
• Experience using building automation system programs to adjust programs and troubleshoot issues. Knowledge of campus building automation systems such as RODI, pool certification, and heat recovery systems.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and specialty tools such as PEX connections, press connections. Ability to use electric multi‑meter, light meter, temperature/humidity meter.
• Ability to read and understand building plans and use college data sources for building plans and O&M manuals.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, work independently, exercise sound judgment, and apply strong problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of Dartmouth College construction standards.
• Strong customer service and communication skills; able to share work plans with college employees and building occupants.
• Computer skills including basic word processing, email, spreadsheets, building system programs, and smartphone skills for vendor software.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate issues and develop responsive solutions.
• Ability to document and record issues and procedures.
• Physical capability to perform demanding activity, work at heights, and handle manual dexterity under strenuous conditions.
• Participation in the college’s respiratory protection program and response to alarms in potentially hazardous environments.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Willingness to obtain further vendor training, whether online, in-person, or remote.
• Completion of required training prior to performing related work:
  Driver Safety – Electrical Safety, Lock‑out/tag‑out, Respirator training, Fit and Physical Examination, Fall Protection, Working in Confined Spaces, Laboratory Safety/Hazardous Waste Management, Asbestos Awareness, Bloodborne Pathogen.

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on buildings, equipment, and utility systems, including checking plumbing, heating, electrical, and HVAC systems for leaks, defects, and malfunctions; lubricating moving parts; replacing worn or corroded parts such as belts, pulleys, filters, wiring, and fixtures.
• Respond to assigned work orders, performing scheduled preventive maintenance and reviewing equipment operation and impact on associated systems.
• Collaborate with the Fire Safety Shop for elevator,…