FM Mechanical Trades Technician - Military Veterans

Position Number: 010529

Department: Facilities Management (Adm)

Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time

Months Per Year: 12

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The FM Tech Mechanical Trades performs under the direction of the Maintenance Operations Housing Shop Supervisor.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for performing routine maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration equipment to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and/or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
• You are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to use electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment.
• Assist in diagnosing mechanical problems and determine how to correct them by checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
• Use standard hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.

Minimum Experience / Education:

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Education Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Associate's degree from an accredited institution preferred in HVAC or Engineering Technology.
• Experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension) required.
• Effective skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
• Computer literate.
• Knowledge and skill with Google Chrome, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs.
• Ability to effectively work/interact with persons from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
• Selected candidate must have the physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.