General Maintenance​/HVAC Assistant Laborer

Department

Department Physical Plant Administration

Division

Division Facilities Planning and Operations

Supervisor Title Director of Physical Plant

Status

Status Full Time Regular

Salary Range

Salary Range $25/Hr.

Position Summary

To ensure that assigned buildings, including furnishings and mechanical and electrical systems therein, are functional on a continual basis.

Description of Key Responsibilities

• Inspect the exterior and appropriate interior areas of assigned buildings on a regular basis. Identify, prioritize and perform or report necessary maintenance activities. Promptly report safely and security concerns.
• Maintain regular contact with sources of work assignments (i.e., supervisor, clerk, assignment board) so that necessary activities are carried out in a timely fashion. Promptly report on completion of activities.
• Knowledge and ability to perform preventative maintenance, adjust, repair, and assist with the replacement of the following items: B&G pumps, hot water/steam boilers and associated controls, various hot water heaters and controls, A.C. and refrigeration units including: fan coil units, air handlers-belts, pulleys and drives, exhaust and intake fans, sump pumps, condensation pumps and lift station pumps, all type electric motors, belt/air filter changes, roof top units, various building controls, single and three phase electric, electric voltage’s ranging from 24V to 480 Volt A.C., electrical switch gear, motor starters and contractors.
• Maintain building access/egress areas – i.e., sidewalks, stairways – in a serviceable condition by removing debris and snow and ice.
• Carry out projects, which involve installations, renovations, remodeling, etc., as directed by supervisor, either individually or as part of a group.
• Coordinate all activities with building users and contractors (i.e., food service, cleaning services) so as to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption to building activities.
• May be assigned to temporarily work at other locations to substitute for personnel not available or to supplement personnel during times of unusually heavy workload.
• May be assigned to act in place of immediate supervisor during his/her absence, including the assumption of responsibility for that person’s duties and tasks.
• Perform other job-related duties and tasks as appropriately assigned.

• Support the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

• Ability to communicate in the English language, both orally and in writing, in order to receive assignments and instructions, understand written procedures and cautions, prepare written requests, record work completed, etc.
• Ability to utilize basic mathematical skills necessary for calculating quantities, preparing estimates, etc.
• Ability to accurately interpret drawings and schematics representing electrical, mechanical, architectural and structural systems.
• Ability to safely and effectively transport (which may involve lifting up to 50 pounds) and utilize materials and equipment used in facility servicing and maintenance and to work safely from ladders, scaffolds, and other elevated positions.
• Ability to perform a variety of building maintenance tasks requiring knowledge of and skills in working with electrical and mechanical systems (including HVAC ), plumbing, carpentry, masonry and painting projects.
• Ability to, as necessary, work outdoors in inclement weather and to work other-than-normal and, at times, long hours.
• Ability to carry out work efficiently and in a manner which will minimize interference with building operations.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, and relate positively to, a variety of people representing various building users.
• Ability to learn about, and work…