Multi-Trade Utility Systems Technician

U.S. Department of Agriculture; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) – ARS NBAF in Manhattan, KS seeks a skilled effluent decontamination system (EDS) operations, maintenance and repair mechanic.

This role covers electrical, plumbing, HVAC and instrumentation tasks to keep critical lab and facility equipment running reliably. The incumbent troubleshoots, maintains and repairs a wide range of equipment, monitors building automation, and ensures safety and compliance in a high-containment facility.

Qualifications

• Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading)
• Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
• Knowledge of Materials
• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
• Use of Measuring Instruments

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment; performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Monitors building automation systems and alarms to keep critical systems in operation.
• Installs, modifies, repairs, maintains, tests, and loads electrical circuits, systems, and fixtures.
• Maintains water, steam, vacuum pumps, HVAC and laboratory support systems.
• Repairs and calibrates industrial and precision instruments and equipment.

Job description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) – ARS NBAF in Manhattan, KS seeks a skilled effluent decontamination system (EDS) operations, maintenance and repair mechanic.

This role covers electrical, plumbing, HVAC and instrumentation tasks to keep critical lab and facility equipment running reliably. The incumbent troubleshoots, maintains and repairs a wide range of equipment, monitors building automation, and ensures safety and compliance in a high-containment facility.