Building Utilities Mechanic

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

10h•$30 - $35

About The Position

The Building Utilities Mechanic position is responsible for the maintenance and emergency repair of the heating systems, maintaining & repairing the buildings, grounds, and equipment at Hennepin Technical College to ensure the smooth operation of the property.

Requirements

Current 1st Class C boiler license
Knowledge and skills in the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in trades work sufficient to assist skilled trades' staff in the completion of assigned projects.
Ability to perform semi-skilled trades work sufficient to complete minor trades plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and/or electrical systems and equipment.
Ability to perform minor repairs and adjustments to machinery and equipment including the general maintenance and minor repairs of buildings.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions sufficient to interpret and carry out assignments in a safe and efficient manner.
Skills in using hand and power tools and other trades equipment.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety measures related to trades work sufficient to safely and efficiently perform the job duties.
Ability to provide work direction to unskilled helpers.
Sufficient mobility (such as climb, stoop, bend, crawl, twist etc.) and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Nice To Haves

Refrigeration license
Forklift truck license
Knowledge of plumbing codes
Organizational and human relations skills
Communication skills

Responsibilities

maintenance of heating systems
emergency repair of heating systems
maintaining buildings
repairing buildings
maintaining grounds
repairing grounds
maintaining equipment
repairing equipment

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents