Shire Jobs

This is a highly skilled worker with proficiency in the maintenance, repair and operation of heating, cooling, steam/hot water boilers and boiler auxiliary equipment (generally falling under the heading ofHVAC), electrical, plumbing and general building maintenance within the maintenance service zone.

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain, repair, and install plumbing systems and associated equipment/fixtures, i.e., cut thread, assemble and install pipe; connect valves, caulk joints, test jobs with the installation of gas, water and sanitary fixtures/equipment with their supports, hangers and foundations.
• Journey level work up to 600 vac. in the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of secondary electrical systems, equipment and fixtures, i.e., conduit wire, electrical panels, breakers, switch gear, magnetic starters disconnects, motors, light fixtures, ballasts, switches, receptacles control system faults and correct/repair/adjust; replace temperature controls, regulators, humidity controllers and sensors; repair/adjust/replace pneumatic control valves and regulators; preventive maintenance on refrigeration/air conditioning equipment per manufacturers instructions.
• This position will also diagnose/troubleshoot and repair boilers, fan turbines, pumps, condensate receivers, steam lines, expansion joints, strainers, pressure reducing stations; piping, insulation air compressors, water softeners and other equipment for generating/controlling steam which requires pipe fitting and other skills.
• Must participate in quarterly on-call program, carrying a pager for one week at a time. This occurs every ten to fourteen weeks.
• Must be able to work overtime and/or alternate shifts when necessary for emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
• This position has been designated as essential personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule.
• This position may assist with snow and ice removal under the direction of a supervisor.
• Demonstrate through work, a depth of knowledge and skills for pneumatic controls, as well asDDCtype of controls.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.
• Diagnose/troubleshoot/repair boilers, fan turbines, pumps, condensate receivers, steam lines, expansion joints, strainers, pressure reducing stations; piping, insulation air compressors, water softeners and other equipment for generating/controlling steam which requires pipe fitting and other skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations.