Job Information
The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York Mechanic - Electrician in New York, New York
- Job Type: Support Staff - Union
- Bargaining Unit: TWU - B&G
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- End Date if Temporary:
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Standard Work Schedule:
- Building:
- Salary Range: $32.90 - $41.12
Position Summary
Location: Project Team
Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:30am- 4:00pm
The Mechanic is responsible for providing immediate and effective response to work assigned by supervisor, or by job order, and for ensuring that the work is completed in a good workmanship-like manner and that the physical condition of the building is safe and in good repair; ensure that all building certifications and licenses are properly displayed and updated; performs all duties of an Assistant Mechanic and Mechanic Trainee.
Responsibilities
- The Mechanic shall be skilled in the performance of all phases of repair and maintenance and shall demonstrate required knowledge and the safe use of equipment and tools.
- The Mechanic will have the ability to accurately read blueprints, schematics and diagrams.
- Works independently with complex building systems involving multidisciplinary skills without supervision.
- Must provide current and updated home telephone number.
- In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, may be required to respond to any emergency on a 24-hour basis and may be required to work overtime.
- Basic knowledge in all areas and skills with a demonstrated proficiency in Preventive Maintenance and at least two of the following skills (Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry).
- Assist in planning for maintenance repair.
- Conduct periodic inspections of individual rooms and common areas to report maintenance needs.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of daily assignments and follow work order process.
- Effectively perform duties as required by operating and computerized management systems.
- Recommends products and equipment to be used on assigned jobs, as requested by supervisor.
- Participate in implementation of preventive maintenance programs and in the development and application of standards of quality and productivity for the facilities.
- Maintain records to ensure routine compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
- Order supplies according to established procedures.
- Assist in evaluating new equipment for purchase.
- Calculate quantity of materials needed and requisition all supplies.
- Perform all related duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
- Satisfactory passing of applicable tests.
- Three years of experience in trades and/or technical discipline, or satisfactory completion of university approved training program, or successful completion of University Mechanic Training Program.
Preferred Qualifications
- Must have all applicable licenses and permits.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, schematics, diagrams and procedure manuals.
- Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to interpret and follow instructions in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.
- Ability to define problems, collects data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret technical instructions necessary to carry out the above duties and skills.
- The incumbent must be able to perform duties on ladders and scaffolding, indoors and outdoors as well as lifting a maximum of 50 lbs. and moving heavier objects with assisted devices.
- The work environment includes working near or with moving mechanical parts, chemicals and electrical equipment.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly