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Troubleshooter

Employer
Dartmouth College
Location
New Hampshire, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Nov 24, 2021

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Position Details

Posting date 08/09/2021 Application Review date 09/09/2021 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 0406600 Position Title Troubleshooter Department this Position Reports to Electrical Shop Hiring Range Minimum $29.66/hr Hiring Range Maximum $30.66/hr SEIU Level R FLSA Status Non-Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule
12:00 midnight-8.00am, Tuesday/Wednesday off Location of Position
McKenzie Hall
6 Vox Lane
Hanover, NH 03755 Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose
On both a scheduled, work order basis and in response to emergency, unanticipated building structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection or security system failures or damage, perform maintenance and repair to College academic, administration, and residential buildings, structures, and related fixtures and utilities, using a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, carpentry and other related trades. Work with the best interests of the customer and college in mind while working to exceed customer expectations.

3rd shift – $1,000 bonus, ½ paid at 120 calendar days and ½ paid after 6 months if eligibility requirements are met. Payments will be subject to income tax withholding and payroll taxes.


Description Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School or equivalency Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
  • Five years of intensive experience in building mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Three years of intensive experience the following specific areas: HVAC, oil fired heating systems, refrigeration, plumbing, 120, 208, 460 volt electrical wiring, fire protection and security systems; or the equivalent.
  • Valid driver’s license and must be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to work calmly in emergency situations.
  • Strong customer service orientation.
  • Willingness to work overtime and odd shift hours, including split shift, weekends, nights, holidays and other times when necessary.
  • Abiilty to work in confined spaces.
  • Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community.
  • Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates:
– Driver Safety
– Hazard Communication
– Lock-out/Tag-out
– Respirator Training (including but not limited to, use of PAPR and N95 masks)
– Fit and Physical Examination

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title John Biele Talent Acquisition Consultant Ann Crookenden (646-3323) Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Special Instructions to Applicants
Schedule: 12:00 midnight-8.00am, Tuesday/Wednesday off

UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING . AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY .

OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 8/9/2021 THROUGH 8/15/2021.

3rd shift – $1,000 bonus, ½ paid at 120 calendar days and ½ paid after 6 months if eligibility requirements are met. Payments will be subject to income tax withholding and payroll taxes.


Please note that Dartmouth has a COVID vaccination requirement for all employees; visit https://www.dartmouth.edu/hrs/ to review the policy and for details and information on requesting an exemption and/or reasonable accommodation. Compliance with the Dartmouth COVID -19 Employee and Appointee Vaccination Policy is a condition of employment. Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/58928

Key Accountabilities

Description
Duties
  • Perform emergency response, problem diagnosis and repair in college facilities in response to alarms or off-hours calls from administrators, faculty, students and rental housing tenants. Whenever possible, make the necessary repairs to put the failed or broken system back in service. As circumstances dictate, improvise temporary repairs/corrections which will meet customer needs until needed parts or technical expertise is available.
  • Contact the appropriate shop supervisor for assistance when needed and/or call in assistance from day shift workers and then work with the called-in worker to repair the problem unless/until another emergency call is received. As necessary, work with the Heating Plant Operator to contact the appropriate administrators and/or occupants who will assist with emergency response decision making.
  • In response to assigned work orders, perform a variety of tasks related to the upkeep of College buildings, structures, and associated fixtures and utilities, ie., repair/replace damaged electrical fixtures and controls; repair/replace plumbing fixtures, piping, or fittings; install/repair radiators and associated piping, valves, fittings, and equipment; install/repair air conditioning equipment; repair doors, windows, frames, furniture, etc.; replace broken glass; repair roof leaks; etc.
  • Analyze requirements of work to be performed. Plans steps and sequence of work; determine methods, techniques, and materials to be used. Accomplish necessary preparatory tasks, e.g., measurements, surface preparation, assembling/fabricating parts. Carry out installation, replacement, or repair in accordance with accepted trade practice. Inspect/test completed work to insure proper functioning.
  • Follow established procedures to perform prescribed preventive maintenance tasks on College buildings, equipment, and utility systems. For example, check plumbing and heating systems for leaks, defects in equipment, and malfunctions; lubricate moving parts of equipment; replace worn/corroded parts such as belts and pulleys, filters, wiring, fixtures, and controls; check/replace fluid in hydraulic devices, etc.
  • Work with Heating Plant and CEC Operators to respond to and minimize all Energy Management System computer alarms and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Be physically fit and participate in the College’s respiratory protection program to be capable of responding to alarms of the Thompson Ammonia Refrigeration System.
  • Work with the Campus Safety and Security office and Hanover Fire and Police departments as requested during emergency situations.
  • When icy conditions exist on roads or walks, spread sand with trucks and sand as required.
  • Work in strong supportive/collaborative manner with all college service center personnel.
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