Skilled Trade Specialist

Middlebury College • Middlebury, VT

5d • $29 - $34

About The Position

The Skilled Trade Specialist performs electromechanical, HVAC, and plumbing repairs to campus building systems and supports Central Heating Plant operations as a qualified Operator. This full-time, benefits-eligible, hourly position has a hiring range of $28.98–$34.05 per hour.

The role includes maintaining and repairing campus equipment, troubleshooting building systems, performing preventative maintenance and testing, and operating boilers and auxiliary equipment for steam generation. The Specialist may also backfill and operate the biomass gasification plant, collect process data, maintain logs, test and chemically treat water and steam condensate, and help ensure heating plant operations comply with applicable safety and air pollution requirements.

Work is performed in an office environment and requires operating standard office equipment and keyboards. Other duties may include snow removal, event setup and cleanup, truck loading and unloading, and grounds maintenance. An offer is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least five years of experience in one or more of the following areas: millwright work, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, steam boiler plant operations, or basic machining.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, College Central Heating Plant Operator certification.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, including the ability to work independently and troubleshoot complex problems across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems in a large building environment.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must have an own vehicle to transport self and tools and procure small materials.
• Must furnish own hand tools for plumbing and mechanical work.
• Must successfully pass Central Heating Plant Operating Training, including sign-off of the training manual.

Nice To Haves

• Technical certifications in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical work.
• Knowledge of college steam and electrical distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on campus equipment identified on daily work orders.
• Support teams working in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, automotive technology, and boiler plant trades.
• Troubleshoot campus electromechanical systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and testing on building systems, including steam distribution, heat exchangers, air handlers, pumps, and control systems.
• Backfill and operate the biomass gasification plant for generation of 250 psi steam.
• Operate boilers and auxiliary equipment for generation of 125 psi and 250 psi steam.
• Collect plant process data and maintain logs throughout the shift.
• Perform standard tests on water and steam condensate and chemically treat them as needed.
• Follow heating plant spill prevention, control, and countermeasure processes and ensure plant operation complies with Air Pollution Control Permit requirements.
• Follow required procedures and safety rules, including lockout/tag-out and confined-entry policies.
• Perform duties safely and professionally in accordance with Middlebury College and departmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including snow removal, event setup and cleanup, truck loading and unloading, and grounds maintenance.

Benefits

• Health, dental, life, disability, and vision benefits.
• Generous retirement matching.
• Time-away program of up to 34 days per year, increasing with length of service.
• Educational assistance programs.
• MiddCard access to athletic facilities, college store discounts, library privileges, and cultural and sporting events; spouses or domestic partners may receive a card with the same privileges.
• Discounts on season passes at Middlebury College's Snow Bowl, the Ralph Myhre Golf Course, and the Rikert Outdoor Center.
• Access to a Partner Inclusion Program providing support services to employees' spouses and partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED