Maintenance Mechanic IV (First Shift)

Moraine Valley Community College

Palos Hills (IL)

On-site

USD 38,559 - 41,328

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

SURS Retirement plan

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a full-time Maintenance Mechanic IV for Main Campus operations. The role involves maintaining and repairing all college electrical, plumbing, heating, and cooling systems. An ideal candidate will have a high school degree with at least eight years of experience, as well as specific certifications. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and retirement plans, all within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum of eight years of work experience as a skilled maintenance mechanic required.
Demonstrate knowledge of heating and cooling systems to troubleshoot and make repairs.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable by college liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair electrical, plumbing, heating, and cooling systems.
Study and interpret blueprints and schematics for installations.
Operate and program the building automation system.
Repair and maintain HVAC and electronic systems.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend blueprints

Effective communication

Basic computational skills

Independence and good judgment

Knowledge of test equipment and shop machinery

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Knowledge of building automation systems

Positive and service-oriented attitude

Education

High school or GED

Moraine Valley Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate or equivalent

City of Chicago Stationary Engineer’s License

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Mechanic IV (First Shift)

Department

Campus Operations

Work Location

Main Campus

Duties

Under the direction, The Maintenance Mechanic IV maintains and repairs all college electrical, plumbing and heating and cooling systems and programs and operates building automation systems. The Maintenance Mechanic IV is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.

Essential duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Receives work assignments, work orders, and instructions from the Maintenance Supervisor or the Lead Maintenance Mechanic.
Study and interpret mechanical or electrical blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, drawings or sketches to install new equipment or troubleshoot mechanical or electrical problems; plans and determines working procedures and tool and materials requirements.
Correct defective mechanical devices and other equipment by disassembling, installing new parts, refitting; adjusts and maintains mechanical equipment.
Install air, water, gas and refrigerant lines; repair and maintain plumbing.
Repair and maintain temperature control systems.
Repair and maintain all college HVAC systems.
Repair and maintain AC & DC electrical systems.
Repair and maintain electronic equipment and systems.
Operate and program the building automation system.
Responsible for the maintenance of the college’s swimming pool.
Clean boilers, add chemicals to boiler water, cooling towers and closed water systems. Make chemical tests as required and keep boiler house log.
May act as lead worker in the absence of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Lead Maintenance Mechanic or Senior Mechanic.

Education/Experience

High school or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of eight (8) years of work experience as a skilled maintenance mechanic required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Moraine Valley Community College approved Heating and Air Conditioning Certificate or equivalent, City of Chicago Stationary Engineer’s License, or a related approved apprenticeship and training program; Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to qualify as insurable by college liability insurance carrier. Illinois Swimming Pool Operators certificate issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health and EPA approved Universal or Type III Technician Certification within twelve months of employment. Certificate of Completion of Johnson Controls Metasys EMS System and EPA approved Universal or Type III Technician Certification is preferred.

Qualifications

Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively and respond to college personnel.
Basic computational skills.
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
Demonstrate required knowledge of test equipment, shop machinery and hand tools to perform diverse repair operations.
Demonstrate knowledge of heating and cooling systems in order to troubleshoot and make extensive repairs.
Demonstrate knowledge of building automation systems including basic programming and ability to make modifications of the systems.
Possess a positive and service oriented attitude.

Position Status

Full Time

Hours

General Hours

Monday-Friday

First Shift (7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.)

Will require on-call for weekend work. Training days/hours may be different initially (M-F) for training. Hours may be adjusted. Will require on-call for weekend work when necessary. Training hours may be different.

Salary/Wage

$27.99-$30.00/hour plus shift diff

Hourly/Salary

Hourly

Benefits

Benefit-Eligible FT Support Staff Position

Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for benefit eligible employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include: