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Mechanical Trades Technician

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St. Olaf College
Location
Minnesota, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Aug 21, 2024
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Mechanical Trades Technician

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JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Mechanical Trades Technician


DEPARTMENT: Facilities

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Facilities, Energy Management

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

STARTING PAY RANGE: $34.70- $41.22/hour

POSITION PURPOSE: To maintain and repair facility Plumbing, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and food service equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  1. Install and maintain HVAC systems - 40% of time
  • Perform necessary HVAC equipment preventative maintenance
  • Diagnose and repair of HVAC equipment.
  • Install, program, and maintain HVAC controls.
  • Diagnose, repair, and replace food service equipment.
  • Ability to work with steam and chilled water systems.

2. Install and maintain plumbing systems - 40% of time
  • Installation and repair of toilets, urinals, fixture faucets, drain, and supply water piping.
  • Drain cleaning
  • Fire system piping inspection

3. Knowledge or ability to operate a computerized building automation system -10% of the time
  • Program building occupancy schedules.
  • Monitor system for equipment and campus alarms.

4. Perform other duties as assigned -10% of time
  • Any other duties assigned not generally associated with the trades of Plumbing and HVAC technicians.
  • Assist with campus event setup
  • Periodic metal fabrication and welding


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma

Experience:
  • Journeyman level of experience in one or more of the job functions listed above.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Trade School or apprenticeship program.

Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in HVAC or plumbing related field
  • Licensure or certification in one or more of the specialties listed above.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
  • Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
  • Ability to deal with pressure situations.
  • Ability to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff.


WORK SCHEDULE:

FTE: 1.0 Full-time

Term: 12 month - year-round position

Shift: Hours are typically 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Monday through Friday; occasional weekend or evening hours as needs arise; occasional on-call responsibilities.

PREREQUISITES:

Employment in this position is conditioned upon successful completion of a background check which may include: criminal background checks, reference checks, verification of work history, verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, a motor vehicle check, verification of DOT certification, a credit check, employment eligibility verification, and/or a pre-employment physical. Whether a background check is deemed completed will be at the sole discretion of St. Olaf College. Please note, that St. Olaf College reserves the right to conduct periodic background checks at its sole discretion.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.

DATE: September, 2024










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St. Olaf College

One of the nation’s leading liberal arts colleges, St. Olaf serves 3,000 students, ranks #1 among U.S. colleges for the number of students studying abroad, and celebrates carbon-free electrical power.  Its mission is to challenge students to excel in the liberal arts, examine faith and values, and explore meaningful vocation in an inclusive, globally engaged community nourished by Lutheran tradition.  The college is located on a picturesque 300-acre campus in Northfield, Minnesota, a vibrant, restored, historic river town of 20,000 located 45 minutes south of the Twin Cities.

A St. Olaf education embraces the entire undergraduate experience. Students learn not only in the classroom, but also in residence halls, rehearsal rooms, practice fields, worship services, student employment, and community organizations. These diverse learning opportunities work together to help students achieve a comprehensive set of college-wide learning goals.

At St. Olaf College we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and globally engaged community. We believe in fostering different identities, beliefs, and traditions because our differences make us stronger. St. Olaf strives to promote cultural diversity and multicultural understanding and create a campus where individuals of all backgrounds feel accepted and supported. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the enrichment of our diverse community.

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