Master Trades Specialist (Automobile Technician)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. in Oxford, OH seeks a Master Trades Specialist (Automobile Technician) to perform complex repair and maintenance on university facilities during the 2nd shift.

This regular, hourly position requires skilled trade training, 3 years of experience, a valid driver’s license, and a 40-hour work week to support campus operations with safety and quality at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Nine months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and three years of experience in that trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Driver's license required.
• Knowledge of the procedures and equipment of a skilled trade.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and/or mechanical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Review job orders; inspect site and consult with client to determine best method to complete project.
• Estimate materials and equipment, prepare cost estimates, and arrange for materials to be at site.
• Perform complex repair or installation on university facilities equipment using specialized automotive training.
• Serve as informational resource to other staff.
• Maintain and clean tools and equipment; keep work area tidy.
• Liaise with outside contractors and other departments; may prepare paperwork and maintain files.

Skills

Knowledge of skilled trade procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Education

Nine months training beyond high school in a skilled trade

Three years of trade experience

Job description

Job Title

Master Trades Specialist (Automobile Technician)

Department

Maintenance Group 1

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

23.25

Work Shift

Second Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

Performs complex repair or construction of university facilities or property which require specialized training in a skilled trade(Automobile Technician) 2nd shift Mon through Fri, 3:30pm to 11:30pm

Essential Duties

• Reviews job orders; inspects site and consults with client; determines best method to complete project.
• Estimates amount of materials and equipment needed to complete project; prepares cost estimates; arranges for materials to be at job site.
• Performs complex repair or installation on University facilities equipment using expertise acquired through specialized Automotive/Mechanic training.
• Serve as informational resource to other staff.
• Maintains and cleans tools and equipment; maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• May serve as liaison to outside contractors and other departments; may prepare some paperwork; may maintain some files

Minimum Qualifications

Requires nine months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and three years of experience in that trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Driver's license required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the procedures and equipment of a particular skilled trade
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and/or mechanical diagrams

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

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