DUTIES:

• Initiative to independently identify needed work, and judgment to handle emergencies and special events.
• Respond to daily house and emergency calls
• Ability to follow and complete work orders (CAMMS) and preventative maintenance (CMMS) duties and provide updates on the work order status.
• Must attend training, workshops and meetings as required
• Ability to work alone efficiently, productively, and with minimal supervision on weekend or night shift
• Follow safety precautions with appropriate PPE; providing an environment for personal and public safety.
• Follow department policies.
• Maintain a clean work site and area that minimally interferes with University operations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Five to eight years related experience in the maintenance and repair of building systems
• Ability to specify proper parts and equipment for repairs and new installations.
• Requires a working knowledge of computer software including databases and office suite software.
• Experience with building automation systems graphical interface, preferably Siemens Building Automation systems.
• Position will routinely require the ability to lift and move heavy items and equipment.
• Position will routinely require the use of ladders and accessing elevated areas such as catwalks.
• The position will interact within the laboratory setting.
• Must be able to work in close proximity to animals.
• Ability to read blue prints.
• Must be able to lift and move items and equipment up to 70 pounds.
• The position requires the ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write fluently in the English language.
• Must have and maintain valid driver's license.
• Work requires 5 years' experience with the credentials of a Massachusetts Journeyman's License(s) in the appropriate specialties and building maintenance experience.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Mass. Journeyman Steamfitter's License.
• Mass. Boiler Operator's License.
• Mass. Waste Water operator's license.
• Certified Backflow Prevention Device Inspector.