Facilities Repair Technician

Job Summary:

The Repairer performs basic repair and maintenance assignments on facilities and equipment using a variety of trades such as but not limited to carpentry mechanical electrical plumbing painting and masonry. Also works as a part of a team to complete larger scale renovations. This position participates in on-call rotation for off-hour repairs in academic and residential buildings.

Founded in 1824 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity science and technology together to address societys greatest cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry disciplined practice and hands-on application. Our strategic plan RPI Forward charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan.

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY RPI is home tofive schools 32 research centers three makerspaces an observatory one of the worlds fastest supercomputers and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program tuition remission and opportunities for career growth.

• HS diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year experience in construction facilities maintenance or related field
• Valid US drivers license

Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.

• Knowledge of basic construction trades including carpentry plumbing electrical and metal work
• Ability to read write and perform simple use of arithmetic
• Ability to follow instructions and perform with minimal direct supervision
• Ability to use all hand tools and operate all basic power tools and equipment
• Ability to work in a team environment and perform basic tasks independently
• Must have the ability to use a personal computer (Outlook and job specific software)
• Excellent customer service skills

• Performs basic repairs in a variety of areas including carpentry mechanical electrical plumbing painting masonry minor glass repair minor metal work and related maintenance areas. Works with Senior Repairers and the Supervisor to fabricate and rework parts for equipment that are no longer available or are obsolete.
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on a wide range of equipment and facilities in assigned areas including but not limited to filter changes battery replacements safety shower inspections door hardware maintenance and fan coil cleaning.
• Completes repair and maintenance assignments according to work orders and instructions. Records maintenance information for entry into the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Provides the Supervisor with a list of materials required for assigned tasks and may transport materials to and from job sites.
• Assists with complex repair and maintenance assignments under the direction of Senior Repairers and trade shop personnel.
• Repairs or replaces appliances including stoves refrigerators water heaters and air conditioners. Winterizes windows and window air conditioning units as required. Works with trade shop personnel and Senior Repairers to refurbish bathrooms and kitchens.
• Provides set-up services for campus events and functions including but not limited to student orientation daycare and commencement activities.
• Loads and unloads trucks moves furniture cleans out apartments and offices removes litter and discarded materials and sets up or takes down furniture to support room use transitions.
• Repairs and maintains shop equipment. Maintains equipment supplies and work areas in a clean and orderly condition and returns equipment tools and materials to the appropriate storage locations.
• Reports work coordination issues technical concerns communication needs tool equipment or key issues and scheduling concerns to the Supervisor. Reports maintenance issues through FIXX to ensure work orders are generated for repairs that fall outside the scope of assigned responsibilities and require support from other shops or departments.
• Installs and repairs campus signage as assigned.

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Local travel between campus locations only

Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use

Expected hiring range: $21.00 - $22.50

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidates salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget internal equity and the final candidates qualifications experience education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaers good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Rensselaers Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth a comprehensive and affordable benefits package and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information please visit Benefits Human Resources ().

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming inclusive and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institutes work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation or gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law.

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