Repairer or Repairer Sr.

Details • Troy, NY

13d • $21 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Repairer performs basic repair and maintenance assignments on facilities and equipment using a variety of trades such as, but not limited to, carpentry, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, painting, and masonry. Also works as a part of a team to complete larger scale renovations. This position participates in on-call rotation for off-hour repairs in academic and residential buildings. Senior Repairer : Performs both basic and complex repairs and maintenance on facilities and equipment; fabricates and reworks parts for obsolete equipment; works on larger scale projects.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year experience in construction, facilities maintenance or related field
• Valid US driver’s license
• Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.
• Senior Repairer: Requires four (4) years of experience.
• Knowledge of basic construction trades including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and metal work
• Ability to read, write, and perform simple use of arithmetic
• Ability to follow instructions and perform with minimal direct supervision
• Ability to use all hand tools and operate all basic power tools and equipment
• Ability to work in a team environment and perform basic tasks independently
• Must have the ability to use a personal computer (Outlook and job specific software)
• Excellent customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Independently plan and perform basic and complex repairs in a variety of areas including carpentry, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, painting, masonry, minor glass repairs, minor metal work and related maintenance areas.
• Fabricate and rework parts for equipment that is no longer available or are obsolete.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) on a wide range of equipment and facilities in assigned areas, such as, but not limited to filter changes, battery changes, safety shower inspections, extinguisher inspections, door hardware, and fan coil cleaning.
• Set up and perform complex repair and maintenance assignments according to work orders and instructions; record the maintenance information for entry into CMMS.
• Provide a requisition for needed supplies and maintenance materials. May transport materials to and from job site.
• Troubleshoot basic and complex emergencies in HVAC, plumbing and electrical areas; complete repairs or call in appropriate trade shop personnel for assistance with larger repairs; follow-up to ensure identified needs are addressed.
• Repair or replace appliances including stoves, refrigerators, water heaters and air conditioners.
• Winterize windows and window a/c’s as required.
• Refurbish kitchens and baths including carpeting, tile, and minor electrical and minor plumbing.
• Provide set up services for campus events and functions such as, but not limited to, student orientation, day care and commencement.
• Maintain security of vacant housing property. (i.e. board up, shut down utilities, etc. This could require being part of a crew to complete larger scale projects.
• May load and unload trucks, move furniture, clean out apartments or offices, remove litter and discarded materials.
• Set up and take down furniture as required by room use transitions.
• Repair and maintain shop equipment; maintain equipment, supplies and work area in a neat and orderly condition; return equipment, tools and materials to the proper storage area.
• Report problems, including work coordination, technical issues, communications, tools/equipment/keys and work schedule to supervisor.
• Report maintenance issue to FIXX to ensure work orders are generated for work items that are outside of job responsibilities that require repairs by other shops/departments.
• Install and repair campus signage as assigned.

Benefits

• top notch employee health and retirement benefits
• generous paid time off program
• tuition remission
• opportunities for career growth
• Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees