Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Building Mechanic I to join our team. This role involves performing routine maintenance and repair work in university buildings to ensure they remain in good working order. The ideal candidate will have two (2) years of electrical/mechanical experience in building operations or maintenance with electrical, HVAC, and water systems, or equivalent position. Responsibilities include: • Performing daily operational inspections to identify any issues or potential problems. • Conducting regular maintenance and repairs to ensure buildings remain safe and functional. • Providing excellent customer service and responding to facility needs in a timely and efficient manner. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for students, faculty, and staff in a cost-effective manner under minimum supervision. Qualifications To be considered for this role, the candidate must possess: • A high school diploma, trade school training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. • A valid driver's license and ability to operate University vehicles. The ideal candidate will also have: • Demonstrated ability to maintain and repair HVAC equipment, electrical systems, pumps, electrical motors, plumbing systems, and fixtures. • Demonstrated experience in conducting operational inspections and maintenance tasks. • Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with people in varying situations and environments. ],
See More Details >>About the position The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Michigan Technological University is seeking applicants for multiple Assistant Professor positions. The successful candidates will be expected to develop externally funded research programs in their areas of interest while fostering collaboration with other faculty members. The department is interested in candidates with a doctorate in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field, and welcomes applicants from all research areas, including but not limited to space robotics, controls with aerospace applications, hypersonics, experimental mechanics, aircraft and ground vehicle electric propulsion, aerospace systems engineering, and spacecraft thermal systems. In addition to research, the candidates will engage in both undergraduate and graduate teaching at a high level, contributing to the educational experience of students. The department values diversity and encourages applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment. Successful candidates will also be expected to contribute to professional service both internally and externally, integrating safety practices into their daily activities and committing to continuous improvement strategies. The work environment is typical of an academic setting, with low to moderate noise levels, and the position is full-time with an appointment term of nine months. Candidates will be required to complete several mandatory trainings upon employment, including safety and anti-harassment training, and must pass a background check. The university is located in Houghton, Michigan, offering a small-town environment with excellent recreational opportunities throughout the year. Responsibilities • Develop externally funded research programs in your area of interest. , • Secure internal and external research funding to support graduate students and your research program. , • Publish research results in conference and peer-reviewed journal publications. , • Engage in both undergraduate and graduate teaching at a high level. , • Successfully work with diverse individuals. , • Foster collaboration with other faculty. , • Contribute to both internal and external professional service. , • Integrate safety practices into daily activities and commit to learning and applying continuous improvement strategies to everyday work. Requirements • Earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field. , • Experience in Engineering or science research resulting in scholarly publications. , • Familiarity with financial/funding resources and opportunities available to faculty utilized by U.S. Academic Institutions. Nice-to-haves • Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses and advise graduate students. , • Demonstrated success in working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming workplace. Benefits • Support for professional development and learning opportunities. , • Access to a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities. , • Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the advancement of women and underrepresented individuals in STEM.
See More Details >>Building Mechanic I Job No: 25101 Department: Facilities Management Work Type: Union Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI) Full Time / Part Time: Full Time Categories: Labor/Service/Maintenance Department: Facilities Management Summary Operate and maintain the assigned buildings and building systems to provide a safe and comfortable environment for students, faculty and staff in a cost-effective manner under minimum supervision. Responsibilities 1. Perform routine maintenance and repair work in university buildings to maintain structures, electrical systems, machines, pumps, heating systems, plumbing, etc. 2. Conduct daily operational inspections of doors, snow conditions, elevators, HVAC equipment, temperature control equipment, water systems, and steam systems. 3. Conduct weekly inspections of lighting, roof drains, cooling systems, chemical treatment, generators, and fire systems. 4. Conduct monthly checks of utility meters, elevator reports, clean-up of mechanical/electrical areas, spare parts inventory, and fire alarms. 5. Perform preventive maintenance according to a computerized schedule. 6. Update and improve preventive maintenance schedule as needed. 7. Replace and repair lights, ballasts, receptacles, switches, fuses, pipe insulation, steam traps, expansion joints, thermostats, plumbing, fixtures, gaskets, doors, windows, furniture, ceilings, hardware, and clocks. 8. Respond to fire and elevator alarms and provide a variety of building occupant needs. 9. Responsible for first-line building energy management. 10. Operate and maintain heating and air conditioning systems. 11. Utilize a network terminal to interface with and operate the building system HVAC energy management system. 12. Perform janitorial work as required and assigned. 13. Assist Building Mechanic IIs and Trades in making repairs. 14. Responsible for cleaning, sanitation, and safety in assigned area. 15. Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives. 16. Integrate safety practices into daily activities. Required Education, Certifications, Licensures • High school diploma, trade school training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. • Valid drivers license and ability to operate University vehicles. Required Experience • Two (2) years electrical/mechanical experience in building operations or maintenance with electrical, HVAC, and water systems, or equivalent position. Desirable Education and/or Experience • Graduate of a mechanical trades school program in HVAC Technology, Environmental Controls Technology, Building Automation Technology or a similar field. Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities • Demonstrated ability to maintain and repair HVAC equipment, electrical systems, pumps, electrical motors, plumbing systems and fixtures, and temperature controls. • Demonstrated experience in conducting operational inspections of doors and hardware, elevators, HVAC equipment, temperature control equipment, water systems, and steam systems. • Demonstrated experience in conducting weekly and monthly inspections of lighting, roof drains, cooling systems, chemical treatment systems, generators, fire suppression systems, utility meters, elevators, and plumbing systems. • Ability to perform preventive maintenance according to a computerized work order system. • Demonstrated ability to repair lights, ballasts, receptacles, switches, fuses, pipe insulation, steam traps, expansion joints, thermostats, plumbing fixtures, gaskets, doors, windows, furniture repairs, ceiling tile/track, hardware, and clocks. • Demonstrated ability to perform basic carpentry skills, including woodwork, trim work, rough framing, and drywall hanging/finishing. • Demonstrated knowledge of computers including email and search engines. • Demonstrated ability to learn and follow instructions. • Demonstrated understanding of safe operating and maintenance procedures. • Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with people in varying situations, and in all areas, as assigned. • Excellent interpersonal, customer service and oral/written communication skills. • Demonstrated ability to independently organize and prioritize work assignments. • Demonstrated ability to read and derive instructions from blueprints and manuals. • Demonstrated ability to integrate safety practices into daily activities. • Demonstrated ability to use the work order related software to process and create work orders for customers. Must be able to demonstrate competency in evaluating, prioritizing, and completing work orders in a timely manner. Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities • Experience in installing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting commercial and industrial digital and pneumatic control systems and components such as controllers, thermostats, actuators, and operators. • Experience in maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting commercial and industrial HVAC and Refrigeration components such as fans, motors, pumps, compressors chillers, and related equipment. • Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints. Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to complete routine reports. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to customers or employees. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of problems in standardized situations. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form. Work Environment and/or Physical Demands Work Environment and/or Physical Demands: The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and walk; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally moving up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must possess the ability to pass a respiratory pulmonary physical exam. Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department. Required University Training: • Employee Safety Overview • Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training • Annual Data Security Training • Annual Title IX Training Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed. Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%) 1.00 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Appointment Term 12 months Shift 1st Shift Pay Rate/Salary Contractual. External candidates will receive the minimum amount ($19.15/hr). Title of Position Supervisor Facilities Manager Posting Type Internal & External Posting Dependent on Funding No Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable) AFSCME Posting 4/30/2025 - 5/6/2025 External applicants are encouraged to apply, however internal AFSCME applicants are given first consideration if they apply during the internal AFSCME posting dates. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech’s hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu. Required Education, Certifications, Licensures* (minimum requirements) Advertised: 29 Apr 2025 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close:
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Houghton, MI, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 639,130 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages in Houghton, MI, averaging around $409 per week for entry-level positions and reaching up to $539.33 per week for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild facilitate the search for apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a promising career with a strong earning potential, often surpassing $103,000 annually for top earners in specialized fields.
