General Mechanic - Life Sciences

UG2•Cambridge, MA

About The Position

The General Mechanic supports general building operations in a Life Sciences environment by inspecting, testing, maintaining, and repairing building systems. The role helps ensure the continued operation of mechanical, electrical, and automatic temperature control equipment. It also includes responding to service calls and emergencies, performing general maintenance, and communicating work completed and system status to the owner, the owner's representative, or a supervisor. The position requires physical maintenance work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, working in tight spaces, and performing other physical labor. The work environment is usually moderate to loud, with possible frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical-shock hazards, and occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, elevated or precarious locations, and outdoor weather. Availability to respond to after-hours emergencies is necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma and three to five years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including discounts, interest, commission, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
Ability to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic computer skills, including internet searches, email systems, electronic manuals, and electronic learning.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work in tight spaces, and perform physical maintenance and repair labor.
Availability to respond to after-hours emergencies as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on HVAC experience and knowledge of HVAC codes and regulations are preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical work to install and maintain equipment, systems, and facilities according to diagrams, sketches, operating manuals, and manufacturers’ specifications.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on air and water distribution system equipment and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
Replace indoor and outdoor lamps.
Operate, inspect, maintain, repair, or assist with repairs to building Energy Management Systems, Building Automated Systems, and Fire Safety Systems as required.
Stay informed about system operation through manuals and service representative training when provided.
Conduct daily or weekly tours of mechanical spaces, tenant and public areas, roofs, and building grounds.
Respond to service calls and tenant requests related to HVAC, plumbing, lighting, escorts, carpentry, painting, key making, picture hanging, and safely moving furniture and equipment; provide other support or assistance as needed.
Communicate completed work and the current status of mechanical systems to the owner, the owner's representative, or a supervisor.
Keep up to date on safety and code changes through seminars and other educational means.
Provide information for the client work-order tracking system to initiate orders for unscheduled work, develop materials lists for ordering, and provide technical project support when required.
Respond to emergencies; trace, troubleshoot, and repair problems. Carry a cell phone, pager, or shop radio for rapid response when required.
Perform general housekeeping in mechanical and electrical rooms, including sweeping, mopping, and painting.
Perform routine carpentry and general maintenance repairs, and assist other trades as required.