HVAC Mechanic

Bronxville, New York
Sarah Lawrence College

HVAC Mechanic

Job Description
Under the supervision of the Facilities Director, performs a variety of work, installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment in the maintenance of College properties.

Essential Duties Summary
Work Schedule: Monday Friday 8:00am 4:00 pm

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installs, maintains and repairs equipment such as steam valves, steam traps, steam or water coils, steam or water radiators, unit heaters, water heaters, boilers, condensate and circulating pumps and piping & plumbing associated with water and heating/steam lines.
• Provide preventive maintenance to all fan coil units, boiler units, air compressors, packaged roof-top units. Change air filters, belts and grease.
• Perform cleaning of all residential boilers.
• Troubleshoot and replace fuses, coils and contacts on mechanical equipment.
• Daily inspection of all mechanical rooms with reporting back to supervisor of any issues.
• Daily inspection of swimming pool & rowing tank.
• Install, repair and service electric motors.
• Remove, install & repair appliances.
• Replace fuses & electrical switches.
• Perform basic plumbing repairs such as unclogging toilets, sinks or urinals, troubleshooting and repairing when possible, water leaks, leaking faucets and water fountains.
• Performs basic electrical repairs such as changing light bulbs or fluorescent lamps and assists in repairing ballast and light fixtures.
• Maintain tools and equipment necessary for work.
• With approval of the supervisor purchase supplies and materials necessary to complete projects.
• Assist other Facilities staff with completing larger projects.
• Overtime required at the discretion of the College. Overtime is an essential function of non-exempt/hourly employees and at various times during the academic year there are overtime occurrences for a specific skill-set; voluntary overtime opportunities, usually during the summer months and mandatory overtime based on seniority rotation.
• There is on-call assignments (including mandatory on-call) based on seniority rotation

Other duties as assigned:Handle repairs and replacement work not directly related to mechanic work such as cleaning flat roof drains & gutter and leaders when necessary, shade replacement, sign installation, repairing loose floor & ceramic tiles, stair treads; replace ceiling tiles, caulks windows & doors. Assemble and moves furniture, assist with hanging pictures, bulletin boards and shelving and times assists with campus table and chair set-ups.

Required Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to five years of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration experience and a variety of maintenance skills.
• Valid driver s license required.
• Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting equipment, moving furniture, working in tight spaces.
• Must be able to safely use tools, equipment and work from ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to complete the following trainings as required: lock out tag out, confined space, MSDS, asbestos and lead identification, ladder safety, emergency evacuation, in-house OSHA and respirator training and other training SLC requires or mandates.
• Ability to interact appropriately with all SLC community members, guests and contractors
• Perform other maintenance work and assist others as directed.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Number: S00406P
Open Date:
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary: $29.13/hr

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