Skilled Trade Specialist

Middlebury College • Middlebury, VT

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About The Position

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

The role maintains and repairs campus equipment, troubleshoots building systems, and performs preventative maintenance and testing. It also supports heating plant operations, including operating boilers and auxiliary equipment, collecting process data, maintaining logs, testing and treating water and steam condensate, and ensuring operations comply with applicable safety and air pollution control requirements.

The position may also assist with snow removal, event setup and cleanup, truck loading and unloading, and grounds maintenance. An offer is contingent upon successfully completing 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: millwright work, plumbing, electrical work, HVAC, steam boiler plant operations, or basic machining.
• Must have or be able to obtain the College Central Heating Plant Operator’s certification.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot complex problems involving HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems in a large building environment.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and own vehicle for transportation of self and tools and for procuring small materials.
• Furnish own hand tools for plumbing/mechanical work.
• Successfully pass the 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 as indicated on daily work orders.
• Support teams of skilled tradespeople in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, automotive technology, and boiler plant work.
• Troubleshoot electromechanical systems on campus.
• Perform preventative maintenance and testing of 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 safety procedures and rules, including lockout/tag-out and confined-entry policies.
• Understand and follow spill prevention, control, and countermeasure processes for the heating plant.
• Ensure plant operation complies with Air Pollution Control Permit requirements.
• Perform duties safely and professionally in accordance with Middlebury College and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist the department with other assigned duties, including snow removal, event setup and cleanup, truck loading and unloading, and grounds maintenance.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Retirement matching
• Vision benefits
• Time-away program of up to 34 days per year, increasing with length of service
• Educational assistance programs
• Access to athletic facilities, college store discounts, library privileges, and cultural and sporting events through MiddCard
• Discounts on season passes at Middlebury College's Snow Bowl, Ralph Myhre Golf Course, and Rikert Outdoor Center
• Partner Inclusion Program support services for employees' spouses and partners

What This Job Offers

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