Maintenance Mechanic III Electrical and Plumbing

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This position is temporary with possible temp to hire option.  Please note all finalists must pass a drug screening including a nicotine test, be vaccinated for COVID19 and receive satisfactory results on a background check.  Emory is a smoke free campus. 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Maintains the safe operation and maintenance of building facilities and has a proven competency in two of the following areas; electrical/wiring, mechanical/HVAC systems, plumbing/pipefitting or pneumatic tube station repair.
• Is responsible for operating and maintaining specific equipment, conducting surveys and inventories, performing preventive maintenance activities, responding to customer complaints, and repairing equipment.
• Repairs and adjusts doors, windows, closures, panic devices and locks.
• Patches holes, installs escutcheons, repairs ceiling and floor tile as needed to maintain building appearance.
• Makes minor masonry and wood repairs.
• Installs pictures, coat hooks, other wall hung furnishings, and equipment as requested.
• Inspects, operates, repairs, and maintains in their area of competencies, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and Plant equipment and systems common to institutional facilities including lights, receptacles, circuit breakers, motors, switches, and alarms; pumps, valves, fans, compressors, HVAC systems heaters, tanks, emergency generators and similar equipment; expansion tanks, sinks, commodes, hot and cold water systems, circulating pumps and air vents, respectively.
• May operate and repair steam systems.
• May perform chemical tests on a daily basis on chilled water, condenser water, steam and hot water systems.
• Adjusts chemical mixtures and feed rates as needed to insure proper levels of water treatment chemicals are maintained.
• Enters data into computer systems.
• Maintains records and files; interprets applicable regulations and filing and auditing policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in building maintenance.
• Working knowledge in their area of competency of HVAC, plumbing, electrical,
• Plant operations, structural, or general carpentry.
• May require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Some positions within this classification may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, stoop, and twist.
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

(Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

 

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

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