Energy & Facilities (E&F) operates and manages Harvard's energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge/Allston campuses, as well as 24/7 facilities -related call, alarm monitoring and dispatch center. E&F provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including building maintenance, landscaping and custodial to a large portion of the University, as well as engineering, technical, and sustainability services. Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) a department within E&F, offers primary building maintenance, landscape, fire safety, custodial and event support services to Harvard schools and departments on a fee-for-service basis. All services are provided in strict accordance with regulatory requirements and customer-determined standards.

Position Description:

A specifically trained Mechanic skilled in the trade of operating and servicing entire building and support systems including standard metal working machine systems such as fans, pumps, motors, hand and electric trucks, conveyors, kitchen equipment, laboratory equipment, etc., for HVAC, steam, HHW, CHW, refrigeration, pneumatic and building safety equipment.

Fabricates parts such as shafts, bearings, supports, etc.; modifies and rebuilds equipment to achieve satisfactory operation; erects and aligns equipment such as fans, pumps, conveyors, etc.; fabricates specialty items for other trades; inspects and repairs condensate meters, prepares and updates prints and records as necessary.

Emergency Status Designation: Critical Operations Personnel (required to provide on-site support during emergency situations as determined by management).

The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard's Vaccine & Booster Requirements. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University's COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University's

Five (5) years related experience as a machinist in the trade or equivalent trade or vocational school training and licensed as required by the University. Must have experience maintaining and/or rebuilding pneumatic ejector systems.

As a journeyman mechanic, the incumbent must be knowledgeable and experienced in the installation, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of all standard metal working machine systems pertaining to the physical plant. Also must be capable of reading and interpreting plans, blueprints, sketches, specifications, and operational manuals associated with his/her work. Must possess a sense of ownership and pride in one's work along with a service-oriented approach. Able to work independently and take initiative when necessary as well as capable of working as a member of a team and in conjunction with other trades. Must observe and comply with all standard safety codes and practices and perform work in accordance with the recognized trade and University standards. Must be quality-focused, customer service-oriented and able to routinely communicate with peers and customers, clearly and professionally. Experience with Yeomans or Nash systems preferred.

Special Requirements:

Must supply a complete set of hand tools. Incumbent is required to wear safety equipment and clothing when appropriate and/or required. Required to wear a clean, neat uniform and maintain a professional image at all times.