Maintenance Assistant

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Medical University is seeking a Maintenance Assistant for semi-skilled maintenance work on essential systems within University Hospital. The role involves installing, altering, and repairing equipment and plumbing systems while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Candidates should be skilled and capable of performing physically demanding tasks.

Qualifications

• Two years of maintenance or mechanical experience under a skilled tradesman.
• Completion of a two-year technical school course preferred.
• Ability to wear a respirator and perform moderate to heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled maintenance work on equipment and systems.
• Assist the GS12 Plumber/Steamfitter and supervise lower grades.
• Trace and identify pipes for various systems.

Skills

Maintenance Work

Plumbing Knowledge

Use of Tools

Blueprint Reading

Education

Two years of maintenance or mechanical work experience

Completion of a two-year technical school course

Job description

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Job Summary

Performs semi-skilled maintenance work, including installation, alteration, and repair of kitchen and patient care equipment, medical gas systems, pipes, fittings, fixtures, and other systems according to specifications and plumbing codes. These systems are used within University Hospital and associated buildings. May perform duties of a Grade 6 assigned to the Plumbing Shop. Must follow all safety precautions.

Assist the GS12 Plumber/Steamfitter as needed, provide reports, complete paperwork, supervise lower grades, read blueprints, learn NYS Plumbing Codes, and maintain equipment. Demonstrate proper tool use and fire extinguisher operation. Trace and identify pipes for various systems, interact with customers, and relay information effectively.

Requirements include being free from facial hair that interferes with mask fit, performing moderate to heavy lifting, and working at heights using ladders, scaffolds, or platforms. Ability to wear a respirator is essential.

Must possess and maintain a valid New York State Driver's License.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of maintenance or mechanical work experience under a skilled tradesman or completion of a two-year technical school course.

Preferred Qualifications

Work schedule based on a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Additional Information

Position status: Contingent/Permanent

Salary: $42,641

Recruitment Office: Human Resources