Distribution Mechanic

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition subsidy

Paid holidays and time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a Facilities Operations professional for the Utility Operations group. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing utility production and distribution systems, including chillers, boilers, and related subsystems, with strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 5 years of verifiable related experience, and completion of the IU Utility Trainee program tract.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years verifiable related experience.
• Completion of the Distribution Maintenance tract of the Utility Trainee program.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and installs utility production and distribution systems (chillers, boilers, water/sewer/steam).
• Performs welding and related maintenance tasks.
• Responds to emergencies and corrects issues quickly.
• Drives vehicle and supports utilities operations.
• Mentors and trains personnel in the Utility Trainee program.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

English proficiency

Time management

Quality focus

Safety awareness

Reading blueprints

Computer operations

Maintenance tools

Customer relationships

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Chillers

Boilers

Utility distribution systems

Job description

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that Indiana University (IU) campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning at IU Bloomington. As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations provides wide-ranging services all with the goal of creating a beautiful, well-functioning campus.

• Repairs and installs utility production and distribution systems, such as chillers, boilers, water/sewer/steam/chilled water distribution, and sub-systems.
• Performs these tasks utilizing skills such as digging, cutting, drilling, painting, cleaning, and assembling.
• Performs welding tasks related to utility distribution systems such as: pipe-fitting, pipe welding, and general welding activities.
• Performs quality control inspections of contracted utility distribution work for compliance with IU and governmental regulations.
• Participates in mandatory training sessions related to Utility Systems. Acts as mentor and conduct on-the-job training of personnel in the Utility Trainee program.
• Responds to emergency situations immediately and works quickly to correct the problem(s).
• Performs other utilities related work as needed.
• Drives vehicle.

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years verifiable related experience.
• Completion of the Distribution Maintenance tract of the Utility Trainee program.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.

SKILLS

Required

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships .
• Advanced working knowledge of tools and equipment used in mechanical, electrical or operational type maintenance work. Equipment utilized: Utility and distribution systems such as: chillers, boilers, water/sewer/steam/chilled water distribution and their sub-systems. Tools involved in digging, cutting, drilling, painting, cleaning, assembling at a skilled level. Personal Protective Equipment: Hard hat, safety glasses, steel toed boots, hearing protection, work gloves, respirator. Working knowledge of equipment, tools, techniques, skills, materials and methods of mechanical PM work.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and maintenance and operation manuals.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic computer operations and use email utility.

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Bloomington, Indiana

This is an in-person position.

$31.10 per hour

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Energy & Utilities

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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