Building Maintenance Worker - Job at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH

Building Maintenance Worker

Hanover, NH

Posted 20 days ago

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Position Information

Posting date	03/04/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	1127550
Position Title	Building Maintenance Worker
Department this Position Reports to	Facilities Operations & Management
Hiring Range Minimum	$32.41/hr.
Hiring Range Maximum	$32.91/hr.
Union Type	SEIU
SEIU Level	O
FLSA Status	Non-Exempt
Employment Category	Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year	12
Scheduled Hours per Week	40
Schedule
Location of Position	Hanover, NH 15 Thayer Drive, Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?	Onsite only
Is this a term position?	No
If yes, length of term in months.	n/a
Is this a grant funded position?	No
Position Purpose	Under minimal supervision from the Thayer Director and Associate Director of Facilities, the Building Maintenance Worker is assigned responsibility for the operation, repair, and maintenance of the plumbing fixtures, electrical devices, HVAC and control systems, and major appliances of Thayer School of Engineering buildings. Works with the Associate Director to plan and prioritize all related work for his/her assigned buildings, which includes evaluating the need for emergency repairs and requesting assistance from Equipment Maintenance employees or from other FO&M departments as necessary. Performs some related, minor carpentry and other trade work. Communicates and coordinates repair schedules to College staff and students who work in the buildings.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	Directly related Vocational Training
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	Seven years of relevant experience in complex building maintenance; or the equivalent. Some post-secondary technical school training in the electrical trade preferred. Must hold a valid driver's license and be qualified under the terms of the .
Preferred Qualifications	Thorough knowledge and technical skill required for making repairs and maintaining domestic and industrial plumbing, HVAC, electrical and control systems, fixtures, devices, and applications. Technical knowledge and skill to perform minor carpentry work and repairs. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, to plan and organize work, and to work independently under minimal supervision. Ability to successfully interact on a daily basis with members of the broader College community and to communicate effectively in a service-oriented environment. Strong customer service orientation. Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population. Willingness to work overtime when required. 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, Fit, and Physical Examination.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	Elisabeth Waltz, Director of Human Resources
Department Contact Phone Number	Elisabeth.G.Waltz@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	Dave McDevitt -Associate Director of Facilities
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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, conduct review, 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.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	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 (3/4/24) THROUGH (3/10/24). Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
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Key Accountabilities

Description	Typical Examples of Work to be Performed Performs minor repairs and/or replacement of HVAC systems, plumbing fixtures, valves, and other plumbing assemblies as required. Informs staff/students who may be inconvenienced or affected. Performs minor repair and/or replacement of electrical fixtures, devices, and appliances as required, e.g., fans, emergency and exit lights, etc. Informs staff/students who may be inconvenienced or affected. Performs minor carpentry work as required to repair windows, doors, hardware, screens, and furniture. Informs staff/students who may be inconvenienced or affected. Performs preventive maintenance functions for all equipment in buildings assigned. Observes and reports in a timely manner, through the work order system, any defects, deterioration, and wear and tear on assigned facilities; orally communicates emergencies that involve major repairs to appropriate College personnel. Inspects facilities on a routine basis to ensure that deficiencies are corrected. Works with Thayer Associate Director of Facilities and building occupants to maintain systems unique to the assigned building and to provide assistance setting up equipment and systems as needed.
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Typical Examples of Work to be Performed

Performs minor repairs and/or replacement of HVAC systems, plumbing fixtures, valves, and other plumbing assemblies as required. Informs staff/students who may be inconvenienced or affected.
Performs minor repair and/or replacement of electrical fixtures, devices, and appliances as required, e.g., fans, emergency and exit lights, etc. Informs staff/students who may be inconvenienced or affected.
Performs minor carpentry work as required to repair windows, doors, hardware, screens, and furniture. Informs staff/students who may be inconvenienced or affected.
Performs preventive maintenance functions for all equipment in buildings assigned.
Observes and reports in a timely manner, through the work order system, any defects, deterioration, and wear and tear on assigned facilities; orally communicates emergencies that involve major repairs to appropriate College personnel.
Inspects facilities on a routine basis to ensure that deficiencies are corrected.
Works with Thayer Associate Director of Facilities and building occupants to maintain systems unique to the assigned building and to provide assistance setting up equipment and systems as needed.

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Description	Working Conditions Works from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms. Work requires bending, kneeling, standing, climbing and working in stretched, cramped or awkward positions. Work involves regular lifting, carrying, or holding objects weighing from 10 to 70 pounds. Work is performed in areas that are dirty or smoky and when fumes are present. Work involves exposure to cuts and bruises and more serious injuries, such as burns and electrical shock, while cutting glass, working on electrical fixtures and appliances, or working on ladders, scaffolds, etc. Work involves wearing special or protective clothing such as aprons or overalls, gloves, goggles, N95 mask, PAPR or other form of respirator, and ear plugs.
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Working Conditions

Works from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms.
Work requires bending, kneeling, standing, climbing and working in stretched, cramped or awkward positions.
Work involves regular lifting, carrying, or holding objects weighing from 10 to 70 pounds.
Work is performed in areas that are dirty or smoky and when fumes are present.
Work involves exposure to cuts and bruises and more serious injuries, such as burns and electrical shock, while cutting glass, working on electrical fixtures and appliances, or working on ladders, scaffolds, etc.
Work involves wearing special or protective clothing such as aprons or overalls, gloves, goggles, N95 mask, PAPR or other form of respirator, and ear plugs.

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--	Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--	Performs other duties as assigned.

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, 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 underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Job Summary

Company

Dartmouth College

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Experience

7+ years