The Mechanical/Plumbing/HVAC Technician shall report to the Associate Vice President of Operations and Special Projects. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Monitors and maintains Facility Management System (FMS) and inspects the work activities of any assigned project; plans and develops work schedules, equipment usage schedules, and procedures for equipment maintenance. • Performs repair, maintenance, inspection, and installation of HVAC systems including but not limited to boilers, chillers, and compressors; checks, services and repairs HVAC equipment and facilities management system; reads gauges and instruments and adjusts mechanisms such as valves, controls, and pumps to control level of fluid pressure and distribution in systems; tests malfunctioning systems and components; performs planned maintenance, regular servicing, and repairs to refrigeration equipment of all types, sizes, and temperature ranges. • Installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing and domestic water systems; inspects joints, valves, pumps, boilers, heaters, sinks, commodes, tanks, valves, and other plumbing system components to locate malfunctions and repairs or replaces when necessary; operates a variety of plumbing equipment and hand tools such as snakes, threaders, etc. to repair/maintain systems. • Maintains records of repairs or equipment requiring future service. • Performs minor electrical repairs and testing; inspects and tests all firefighting equipment and fire alarm systems; maintains plant, mechanical rooms, tunnels, maintenance shop and all job locations in a safe, clean and orderly manner. • May serve on various campus committees as assigned. • Performs other duties as assigned or required. • Nothing contained herein shall limit the President in assigning the employee to any of the various college activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. New Mexico Journeyman JPG and New Mexico Boilers 2 Operators License. Must possess a valid New Mexico or Texas driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • Knowledge of all applicable codes, standards, and regulations. • Knowledge of the mechanical operation of equipment such as pumps, boilers, heaters, other plumbing components, HVAC or refrigeration tools, materials, and test equipment. • Knowledge of math sufficient to estimate labor and material costs for planned projects. • Skill in installing, repairing, and maintaining all types of plumbing and mechanical systems. • Skill in reading and understanding schematics. • Skill in analyzing HVAC or refrigeration malfunctions from performance and test equipment readings and determining appropriate repairs. • Skill in leading the work activities of self and others. • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and the public. • Ability to prioritize projects, coordinate multiple requests, adhere to deadlines, and coordinate projects with carpenters, electricians, millworkers, and other trades to reach project completion. • Ability to maintain appropriate records of time and materials sufficient to report daily, weekly, and monthly progress. • Ability to maintain and repair hand and power tools sufficient to ensure their availability and safe operation for projects. • Ability to perform work involving regular physical activity. • Positions may require the ability to move up to 50 pounds safely, work on heights of 6 feet, and drive a forklift, truck, or other equipment. Additional Qualifications In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Additional Information This is a twelve-month, non-exempt position. Standard benefits apply. The full pay range for this position is $24.89 to $30.34. To apply, submit an NMJC application online at www.nmjc.edu and attach a letter of interest, resume, three references, and unofficial transcripts conferring your degree (official transcripts are required before employment). New Mexico Junior College Employee Benefits Insurance for New Mexico Junior College is offered through New Mexico Public Insurance Authority. High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that's right for them. NMJC covers 80% of employee insurance premiums. High and Low Option - Health insurance is offered through: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico Presbyterian Health Plan High and Low Option - Dental insurance is offered through: United Concordia Delta Dental Vision insurance is offered through Davis Vision Life insurance is offered through The Standard Life Insurance Company NM Educational Retirement Board As a public educational employee of New Mexico, one of your benefits is a defined benefit pension plan for your retirement. This pension plan ensures you get paid monthly for the rest of your life when you retire! All active NMJC full-time employees must participate as regular members in salary deduction payments as NMERB needs. All earnings shall be subject to retirement withholding. Some part-time NMJC employees may be required to participate. For more information, contact the Human Resources Office. 403(b) Retirement Plan—A 403(b) plan (tax-deferred annuity or TSA) is a retirement plan offered by public schools. This plan lets employees defer some of their salary into individual accounts. All full-time and part-time employees may participate on a salary deduction basis in a 403(b) tax-deferred retirement plan. For more information, contact the Human Resource Office. Thunderbird Health Center NMJC has entered into a partnership with Nor Lea Hospital to operate the Thunderbird Health Center, ensuring that high-quality healthcare services will be readily accessible to the campus community. The Thunderbird Health Center is available at no cost to NMJC students, faculty, and staff. Participants will not need insurance to access limited primary-care services at the Thunderbird Health Center. Core - Corporate Fitness Membership Annual CORE (Center Of Recreational Excellence) Corporate Membership is for full-time employees and their eligible family members. Wellness Program (Download PDF reader)—NMJC offers a campus Wellness Program to promote individual wellness among members of the campus community through education and prevention. This program requires full-time employees to take ONE (1) hour each week from work to participate in physical activity. To sign up for this program, you must complete the NMJC Wellness Program Participation form and turn it in to the Human Resources Office. Staff Tuition Waiver - A full-time employee of NMJC, their spouse, and eligible children are entitled to a total of nine (9) credit hours of tuition-free credit courses per semester, including course fees. In addition, a full-time employee of NMJC, their spouse, and eligible children can take (1) community education course/offering at no cost per semester, provided (i) NMJC employed the full-time employee as of the date of registration for such class or classes and (ii) the minimum number of paid enrollees has been attained to offer the class. A full-time employee of NMJC, their spouse, and eligible children are each entitled to one (1) non-credit workforce training/program per fiscal year, provided: (i) NMJC employed the full-time employee as of the date of registration for such training/program and (ii) the minimum number of paid enrollees has been attained to offer the class.
See More Details >>Title: Maintenance Technician Looking for full-time, year-round, recession-proof work? As a maintenance technician in the residential property management field, you’ll have a consistent, secure job that enables you to work with your hands, help people, and solve problems. RPM maintenance technicians prepare apartments for new residents, make repairs in apartments of current residents, and perform routine maintenance in and around the community.This job and career path have advantages that you can’t find everywhere, even in other maintenance jobs, such as: Consistent work. The RPM industry is resilient, and as an RPM maintenance technician, you’ll have work even when COVID-19 guidelines result in closing down other industries, such as hospitality, restaurant, and retail. Also, you won’t experience seasonal lulls the way you might as HVAC contractor; construction worker; or other commercial maintenance specialists. Comprehensive benefits. With a job as an RPM maintenance technician, your needs are covered with a benefits package that includes health insurance, a 401(k), sick leave, and life insurance. RPM careers also offer paid holidays and vacations, and many provide rent reduction and tuition assistance. Range of work and knowledge. You’ll be trained and asked to fix problems with plumbing, electricity, heating, cooling, locks, carpentry, and more. Variety. No two days are alike. You’ll have different tasks in different apartments where you’ll interact with and help different people every day. Personal interaction. You’ll get to know the people you are helping in the community, and they’ll be thankful for what you do.A maintenance technician job is good for self-motivated problem-solvers who are eager to learn. The job may be especially well-suited for someone with technical school training or military, construction, contracting, or home repair experience. Companies tend to promote from within, so with some years of experience under your belt, you could become a regional maintenance manager for a portfolio of communities!Annual Base Salary Range*Entry level: $34,500 – $44,000Maintenance supervisor: $49,000 – $65,200Regional maintenance manager: $76,000 – $109,800Additional Earnings*Overtime and bonus pay: 6.7% – 11.4% of salaryHousing BenefitsSome employers offer rent reductions of 20% or more.* Source: CEL & Associates 2019 Real Estate Compensation Survey. These salary ranges are not reflective of every market and may be higher or lower depending on geographic area and employer. About the Company: National Apartment Association The National Apartment Association envisions a world where rental housing is a valued partner in every community. NAA is the leading voice for the rental housing industry and as a trusted partner, valued connector and a powerful advocate, we are committed to serving 145 state and local affiliates, over 91,000 members and more than 11 million apartment homes globally. We lead the way home. Company Size: 20 to 49 employees Industry: Other/Not Classified Founded: 0 Website: https://www.naahq.org/
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