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Mechanic First Class

Fordham University

Job Description

Mechanic First Class
Facilities Operations, Rose Hill
Fordham University

Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.

  • Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents
  • A generous immediate employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.
  • As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.
  • As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between Christmas and New year.
  • University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

Position Summary

Independently performs & supervises staff in the maintenance and repairs of HVAC units and systems and other engineering plant equipment.

Essential Functions

  • Operates, maintains, and repairs HVAC units, associated equipment and controls (including, but not limited to: window AC, split units, refrigeration units, boilers, steam heating equipment, thermostats, and other control related devices and other equipment typical to craft
  • Repairs and maintains other mechanical and physical plant systems, including motors, pumps, valves, steam operated equipment, air filters, belts, and other plant related equipment
  • Stands watch mechanic tour monitoring engineering plant equipment and maintains required logs Monitors pressure, temperatures, and other related parameters; performs preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems and associated equipment. Answers general repair service calls for campus
  • Responsible for cleanliness and upkeep of engineering rooms as assigned
  • Performs other related physical plant duties as assigned
  • On call back for emergencies and watch coverage as needed

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 5 years in AC refrigeration repair and service.
  • EPA CFC Certification required. NYC Sprinkler & Standpipe, Interior Fire Alarm Certificate of Fitness and Refrigeration License preferred.
  • Experience with ARC & gas welding.
  • Must know how to use and operate power tools, gauges, computers, ladders and other tools and equipment typical to this position.
  • Valid Driver’s License required.
  • Failure to obtain the required Certificates of Fitness will result in the termination of the employee’s employment.
  • Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Minimum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service: $3,378.40

Maximum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service: $3,378.40

Minimum Biweekly Salary for New Employees: $2,702.40

Maximum Biweekly Salary for New Employees: $2,702.40

Union Affiliation: Local 810

HOURS:

Monday to Friday

6:00 am to 2:30 pm

FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt

START DATE: ASAP

APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/4749

ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

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