Global Title: Mechanical Trades Specialist (MTS) UE
Job Code: 9789
Perform skilled work on a journey level combining activities in various mechanical and building trade areas of endeavor such as installation, operation, maintenance, service and repair of electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, ventilating, and plumbing systems, equipment and fixtures. Work is distributed to take advantage of particular skills; normally incumbents perform work at various times in each of the areas indicated. Work is subject to inspection for conformance to specifications and accepted standards of the trade, but is primarily reviewed through observation of results. Functional contacts include co-workers, other service department employees, administrative personnel at the job locations, university staff, students and building occupants
Responsible for the basic repair and maintenance of one or more buildings or areas and all fixed and movable equipment and fixtures of such buildings or areas.
Notify supervisor of tasks requiring other trades staff.
Perform skilled duties relating to the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, ventilating and plumbing systems, fixed and movable equipment, fixtures and units.
Utilize a variety of necessary tools and mechanical equipment for each trade incidental to operation, repair, maintenance and installation tasks.
May perform or assist in performance of any of the following: preparation of cost estimates, preparation of material orders, maintenance of records and preparation of reports.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Under direct supervision, receives oral and written instructions on work to be performed, occasionally supplemented by diagrams or blueprints.
May occasionally instruct and/or guide personnel assisting in work.
A high school diploma or equivalent; demonstrated ability may offset requirements.
Combined experience totaling 4 years in two or more skilled trades areas including the equivalent of apprenticeship or vocational training in a mechanical trade that would qualify an individual as a trade journey level.
Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, plumbing and electrical codes.
Skill in maintenance and use of tools, equipment and materials applicable trades.
Sufficient strength to perform some heavy lifting and work on ladders on an occasional basis.
A valid driver's license may be required for certain positions.
Certification may be required in some areas.
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Job responsibilities listed herein are a general description of typical job duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and physical demands of the incumbents but should not be considered all-encompassing as actual responsibilities may additionally include other duties as assigned.