• Job Type: Support Staff - Union
• Bargaining Unit: TWU - Lamont
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $28.88 per hour

Position Summary

The Lamont Assistant Mechanic works alongside a Lamont Mechanic while being trained to perform maintenance and repair functions as set forth in the Lamont Mechanic job description. Pursuant to training, the Lamont Assistant Mechanic is expected to perform tasks with minimal supervision and work independently on tasks for which he/she has been trained.

Responsibilities

• The Lamont Assistant Mechanic will assist in all maintenance and repair functions, including grounds keeping, snow and ice removal, general construction, utility repairs, heavy cleaning, and related duties as assigned.

• May be assigned to run a job involving a crew consisting of other Lamont Assistant Mechanics, Lamont Mechanic Trainees, and Casual Employees, and may be required to provide training to such crew.

• Handles and transports on-campus universal waste to the central storage area for disposal.

• Must successfully complete required safety and regulatory compliance training and conform to all requirements on the job.

• Must report to work and work overtime as directed by supervisory staff to support emergency operations, including, but not limited to, snow removal.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Demonstrate aptitude for Mechanic duties, and possess two years of related experience as a maintenance mechanic or tradesman. Must possess and maintain a valid driver?s license.
• Must be physically fit to do extensive walking, stair climbing, lifting (50 lbs), moving heavy objects with assistive devices, and overhead work.
• Must be able to drive utility vehicles and operate groundskeeping machinery.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Trustworthy and responsible, able to communicate effectively, possess teamwork skills, and represent the department appropriately to its constituents.
• Provide current and updated home & cell phone numbers.
• Must be available to respond to any emergency on a 24-hour basis, and to work overtime as directed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Training in HVAC.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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