Job Description:

Position Purpose:

Repairs equipment and performs preventive maintenance on heating, ventilation and air conditioning mechanical systems in support of a formal preventive maintenance program; and performs incidental work of a semi-skilled nature in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.

This position is considered essential.  Personnel may be required to respond to campus emergencies both during and off shift.

Job Qualifications & Competencies

• A high school diploma or GED and two years of full-time experience working at a semi-skilled level maintaining and repairing building HVAC equipment; or a combination of similar education and experience.  Graduation from an HVAC or refrigeration mechanics program from a trade or technical school may substitute for one year of experience.

• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operatorâ™s license.

• Must maintain required license(s) as a condition of employment

• Working knowledge of basic HVAC systems and operating principles.

• Knowledge and skill in the performance of basic plumbing, electrical and hydronic heating system maintenance and repair.

• Ability to follow simple written instructions and understand blueprints or schematic drawings.

• Ability to follow protocols and effectively meet and interact with members of the University community.

• Objective bench test and/or field test will be required

• Must possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community.

Additional physical demands and working conditions:

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds unassisted; and to walk throughout the campus and climb stairs for the duration of the shift.

• Ability to work from ladders, staging and scaffolding and to operate lifts as required.

• May be required to have the ability to work in areas needing a respirator 

• This position is classified as on-site

• Position is subject to pre-employment screenings

• General responsibilities include responding, evaluating, and executing electronic service requests and maintenance repair work orders including entering accurate records of work performed and materials used into FMâ™s computerized maintenance management software using mobile technology devices.  This position requires the ability to use a computer, laptop, or mobile device comfortably.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment screenings.

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Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Vaccination Requirements:

In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. All employees must also receive a COVID-19 booster within thirty (30) days of becoming eligible. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

Brown University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community; as an EEO/AA employer, Brown considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.