Building Service Technician II.

Position Details Position Information Posting date 10/19/2026 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1129727 Position Title Building Service Technician II Hiring Range Minimum $33.48 Hiring Range Maximum $33.48 Union Type SEIU SEIU Level M FLSA Status Non-Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7.30am-4.00pm; Saturday/Sunday off Location of Position Hanover, NH Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. n/a Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose On both a scheduled work order basis and in response to emergencies, performs maintenance and repair to Dartmouth College academic and administration buildings, structures, and related fixtures and utilities, using a variety of trade practices associated with the occupations such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC , carpentry, and other related trades. The Building Service Technician II position applies a specific level of skill and proficiency in the execution of these duties related to all systems at Dartmouth College. Duties include regular maintenance responsibilities requiring ability with minor carpentry and basic electric, plumbing and HVAC repairs while developing a level of skill on campus building automation systems and more complicated systems located in the areas of responsibility, such as RODI systems, pool certification, heat recovery systems. Assists Building Service Technicians III and IV in more complex tasks as needed, or as a learning opportunity. Position is assigned to Science Facilities. Description Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School or equivalency Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities Four-plus years of experience and knowledge with MEP systems and controls. Valid driver’s license and ability to qualify under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle policy. Ability to perform carpentry repairs such as repair specialty items such as blackboards, and work with raised floor systems. Ability to perform minor electric repairs and demonstrate general understanding of electrical systems and their operation. Ability to perform plumbing repairs such as fixture replacement, fix leaking valves, use pro-press fitting and solder joints to make minor pipe/valve repairs, repair minor sections of pipe insulation. Demonstrates general understanding of hot/cold water systems and sanitary waste systems. Ability to make basic HVAC repairs and service including air and water filter replacement, replace belts, clean coils. Demonstrates general understanding of HVAC equipment and systems operation. Ability to use HVAC building automation system programs to troubleshoot building issues. Ability to use specialty control systems to troubleshoot laboratory and greenhouse systems as needed. Demonstrates knowledge of campus building automation systems and more complicated systems in area of responsibility such as RODI systems, pool certification, heat recovery systems. Ability to use all hand tools. Ability to use power tools including specialty tools such as PEX connections, press connections. Ability to use electric multi-meter, light meter, temperature/humidity meters. Ability to read and understand building plans, and to use college data sources for access to building plans and O&M manuals. Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently under minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment and applying strong problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Dartmouth College construction standards. Strong customer service skills and good communications skills; ability to share work to be performed with college employees and building occupants. Computer skills including basic word processing, email, spreadsheets and building system programs. Smartphone skills to use vendor software for programming various basic electric components. Ability to analyze and evaluate issues and develop creating responsive solutions. Able to document and record issues and procedures. Ability to perform demanding physical activity, work at heights and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity under physically difficult and/or strenuous conditions. Must be capable of participating in the College’s respiratory protection program and capable of responding to alarms including potentially hazardous environments. Willingness to work overtime when required. Willingness to obtain further (vendor) training which may be online, local in-person, or at a remote location. Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates: Driver Safety- Electrical Safety related work practices Lock-out/tag-out Respirator training Fit and Physical Examination Fall Protection Working in confined spaces Laboratory safety/hazardous waste management training Asbestos awareness training Bloodborne pathogen training Preferred Qualifications Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Jason Bergeron Department Contact Phone Number View email address on click.appcast.io Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Director of Maintenance Services, Jason Bergeron Department Contact's Phone Number Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all. Background Check Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes Special Instructions to Applicants UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY. OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 10/19/2026 THROUGH 10/26/2026. Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. Additional Instructions Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7.30am-4.00pm; Saturday/Sunday off Quick Link Key Accountabilities Description Preventive Maintenance Following established procedures, works independently to perform prescribed preventive maintenance tasks on Dartmouth College buildings, equipment, and utility systems. For example, checks plumbing and heating systems for leaks, defects in equipment, and malfunctions; lubricates moving parts of equipment; replaces worn/corroded parts such as belts and pulleys, filters, wiring, fixtures, and controls; checks/replaces fluid in hydraulic devices, etc. In response to assigned work orders, working independently, or with peers and senior building repair technicians, performs scheduled preventative maintenance reviewing equipment operation and impact to associated equipment and systems. In response to assigned work orders, independently performs a variety of tasks related to the upkeep of Dartmouth College buildings, structures, and associated fixtures and utilities, i.e., repair/replace damaged electrical fixtures and controls; repair/replace plumbing fixtures, piping, or fittings; install/repair radiators and associated piping, valves, fittings, and equipment; repair doors, windows, frames, furniture, etc.; replace broken glass; repair roof leaks; etc. Independently requests work orders. Works with Fire Safety Shop, testing elevators, shutters, fire doors. Percentage Of Time Description Repair, Replacement and Installation Carries out installation, replacement, or repair in accordance with accepted trade practice. Inspects/tests completed work to insure proper functioning. Identifies and makes recommendations for building deficiencies and improvements to the supervisor. Advises supervisor of materials/services required for repairs. Work with the supervisor to define scope and implement changes. Assists Building Service Technicians III and IV in more complex repairs. Participates and assists in new and remodel work with internal and external trades. Ensures the workmanship from outside contractors meets college standards. Percentage Of Time Description Works with supervisor and/or senior Building Service Technicians as appropriate to resolve issues including coordination of scheduling work, ordering of materials, suggesting work scope. For example, a fan scroll needs to be replaced in an air handler. Arrange for personnel with appropriate skills; determine equipment necessary is on site; coordinate with related shops (i.e., Controls, Equipment Maintenance, Electric, Grounds) for replacement; investigate affected areas, and make temporary accommodations, adjust return / exhaust fans. Percentage Of Time Description Building Automation Support Works with Building Automation Technicians to respond to and minimize all Energy Management System computer alarms and adjust as necessary. Adjustments may be physically at the field devices and/or using the control software to correct. Performs response, problem diagnosis, and repair in response to alarms or calls from administrators, staff, and faculty. When permanent repairs cannot be accomplished in a timely manner due to parts or specialty technical assistance, improvise with temporary repairs/corrections which will meet customer needs. For example, place equipment in manual mode at an acceptable temporary level; perform electric rewire bypassing a faulty VFD . Percentage Of Time Description Learns from senior technicians Learns from Building Service Technicians III and IV via working with and understanding procedures: For example, receives clear and concise instructions from coworkers; learns via constructive input from coworkers performing work. While performing maintenance work, learns the procedures being taken and the reasoning behind the action. Develops skills by observing and assisting peers and senior BST’s in performing response, problem diagnosis, and repair in response to alarms or calls from administrators, staff, and faculty. Works with senior building service and other senior technicians to develop a specific level of knowledge of systems, equipment, diagnosis of malfunctioning systems, and repairs for: Plumbing systems (including steam systems, hot water systems) Energy Management/ HVAC systems (including Aircuity, Honeywell & Johnson systems) Lighting systems (Luton, Lightcloud, Digital lumens) Building automation systems RODI systems Pool certification Heat recovery systems Percentage Of Time Description Mentorship Works with and mentors Building Service Technician I, explaining the procedures being performed and the reasoning behind those actions. When qualified, allow the tech to perform the work under supervision. Percentage Of Time Description Working Conditions Works from ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and platforms. Work requires bending, keeling, standing, climbing, and working in stretched, cramped or awkward positions. Work involves regular lifting, carrying, or holding objects weighing from up to 80 pounds. Work is performed: indoors; outdoors; in harsh weather; in areas that are dirty, or smoky and where fumes are present, in underground manholes. Is exposed to cuts and bruises and more serious injuries working on ladders, scaffolds, etc. Work involves wearing special or protective clothing such as aprons or overalls; gloves; goggles; and ear plugs. Percentage Of Time Description Working Environment Laboratory settings Commercial kitchen settings Mechanical/electric rooms Ladders/staging Roofs Student residential buildings Private offices/public spaces Percentage Of Time Description Culture and Employee Belonging We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers. Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect). Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB -related initiatives within the division and College. Percentage Of Time Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all. Performs other duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dartmouth College