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SOMaintenance Mechanic

Job in Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, 14850, USA
Listing for: Cornell University
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-06-06
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 32.07 USD Hourly USD 32.07 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: SO11 Maintenance Mechanic
While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Respond to all facilities related trouble calls, including emergency calls. Act independently to assess situations, troubleshoot problems, and take appropriate actions. Possess authority to call trades people in on overtime for assistance or repair. If necessary, alert building occupants and others to potentially dangerous conditions. Provide support and assistance to members of the Cornell community who are experiencing facility related problem situations (e.g. locked out of room or stuck in an elevator).

Document and record all maintenance activities and related billable hours for equipment maintenance records as required.

Troubleshoot and maintain building heating systems (i.e. boilers, burners, electric, and university steam), cooling systems (i.e. package units, chillers, and university chilled water), and other mechanical and HVACR equipment found in commercial, industrial, residential, and research facilities.

Perform routine and preventive maintenance on facilities equipment

Ours is a values-based organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organization's values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity. IPP employees are required to attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process

This is a Contract, union position within the UAW. The starting pay rate is $32.07/hour.

We are a value-based organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organization's values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity. Facilities and Campus Services employees are required to attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process.

We require these qualifications:

* High School diploma or equivalent.

* Minimum of five years' experience in building trades or other relevant mechanical experience.

* The position requires a thorough understanding of facilities systems and equipment.

* Must have and maintain a valid US driver's license; may be required to operate a motor vehicle (your own vehicle or Cornell-owned) to travel to/from job sites.

* Must have excellent communication skills, verbal and written, as well as excellent customer service skills.

* Experience working in a team environment to accomplish goals required.

* Ability to learn and maintain a working knowledge of the entire campus and building systems.

* Ability to read and interpret blue prints, drawings, tech manuals and detailed work instructions.

* Ability to use common test equipment such as multi-meters, tension meters, alignment tools etc.

* Excellent troubleshooting skills.

* Demonstrated knowledge of HVAC, utilities, controls, and other support systems in a high technology environment.

* Demonstrated ability to use computers.

* Must be able to lift and/or move 100lbs.

* Ability to work in confined spaces.

* Demonstrated ability to work independently.

* Delivers heavy material to workers.

* The ability to ascend and descend heights and have agility and freedom of movement.

* Climbs stairs and ladders.

* Able to move easily in confined spaces.

* Must be able to wear a respirator.

* Subject to shift changes and extended working hours (including nights, early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays) to meet seasonal work demand.

* Subject to working in weather related extremes of heat and cold for extended periods as well as exposure to extreme dust, dirt and insects, including bees.

* Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

You will be a top candidate with our preferred qualifications:

* Experience with the MAXIMO Computerized Maintenance Management System.

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