What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic position at Rochester Institute of Technology?
9543BR
Finance & Administration
FMS Grounds
Job Summary
RIT's Facilities Management Services (FMS) department is looking for a dynamic Vehicle/Maintenance Mechanic to join the FMS Grounds team. We value and care about our team members and are committed to your well-being. As part of the team, you are eligible for RIT's comprehensive and competitive benefits program that adds generously to your total compensation. Some of those benefits include medical/dental/vision, sick and vacation time, retirement, financial planning resources, educational benefits for you and your dependents, employee wellness program, and free use of on-site fitness facilities. Additionally, our schedules are consistent, year-round, and you will be eligible for professional development and cross-training opportunities that support your career growth.
FMS Grounds team that is responsible for maintaining the exterior campus environment. This includes the campus' 1300 acres of land, 32 miles of roads and walks and 48 acres of parking lots.
Job Responsibilities
The Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic performs proper diagnosis, repairs and maintenance on a variety of RIT equipment and licensed and unlicensed vehicles. Maintains consistently high standards of quality, efficiency and safety.
Schedule
Education & Experience
The FMS department works collaboratively to design, construct, operate, and maintain an exceptional and cost effective living, learning, and working environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $18 - $30
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $18
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $30
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employee’s pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RIT’s Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 18
Hourly/Salary Maximum:30
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Finance & Administration
FMS Grounds
Job Summary
RIT's Facilities Management Services (FMS) department is looking for a dynamic Vehicle/Maintenance Mechanic to join the FMS Grounds team. We value and care about our team members and are committed to your well-being. As part of the team, you are eligible for RIT's comprehensive and competitive benefits program that adds generously to your total compensation. Some of those benefits include medical/dental/vision, sick and vacation time, retirement, financial planning resources, educational benefits for you and your dependents, employee wellness program, and free use of on-site fitness facilities. Additionally, our schedules are consistent, year-round, and you will be eligible for professional development and cross-training opportunities that support your career growth.
FMS Grounds team that is responsible for maintaining the exterior campus environment. This includes the campus' 1300 acres of land, 32 miles of roads and walks and 48 acres of parking lots.
Job Responsibilities
The Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic performs proper diagnosis, repairs and maintenance on a variety of RIT equipment and licensed and unlicensed vehicles. Maintains consistently high standards of quality, efficiency and safety.
Schedule
- The hours for this position could be between Sun-Sat 6am-11pm based on the needs of the department.
- The Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic is considered essential personnel. This means that this person must be willing to work a flexible schedule including call-in work that could encompass various shifts, weekends, holidays, Institute emergencies, and times other than normal work schedules.
- Maintain and repair RIT vehicles and equipment. This includes:
- Maintain and process work records of expended labor and material costs into computerized system.
- Evaluate, diagnose & repair vehicles and equipment.
- Perform complex equipment repair work involving automotive, light duty/heavy duty trucks and other equipment.
- Inspect equipment, analyze trouble and plan sequence of repair.
- Perform road service on equipment as required.
- Computerized record keeping and documentation.
- Investigate concerns and equipment malfunctions from various departments .
- Analyze performance of vehicles/equipment.
- Working knowledge and skills to perform the tasks of welding, brazing and cutting, hydraulics, engine rebuilding, sharpening blades, and minor auto body repair.
- Stewardship of the University property, equipment, and tools. This includes all department equipment and all University landscape and pro.
- Winter snow removal and seasonal maintenance. This includes proper techniques for removing snow from roads, walkways, parking lots, and stairs. Safely and efficiently operate vehicles and powered equipment necessary to perform these tasks.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
- High School diploma or GED
- 1-3 years' experience with inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing vehicles, equipment, and components.
- The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check. Please refer to RIT's Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedures for specifics regarding what is considered in an MVR review.
- Must be able to build and maintain relationships with a wide-rage of academic and/or other student service departments.
- Considerable knowledge of internal combustion engines, automotive electrical, mechanical and electronic components, transmissions differentials, alternative fuel vehicle systems, and other components of automotive systems.
- Ability to operate a variety of tools and equipment used in automotive repair and maintenance activities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to select and use appropriate PPE equipment for tasks performed and conditions encountered.
- Ability to and willingness to be self-motivating and willing to perform manual labor.
- Ability to withstand irregular and long hours during winter weather conditions.
- Ability to tolerate prolonged exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, unpleasant odors and loud noises.
- Computer skills in using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and, Excel), computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), Project Tracker, and Oracle applications.
- Ability to perform physical activities such as standing or walking for long periods, repeated bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, crawling, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
- Ability to serve as a steward for all university property, equipment, and tools.
- Able to lift 50 pounds.
- Leads by example in the skills of customer service and positive interaction with employees, vendors, students, and supervisors by mutual respect for all people's needs.
- Ability to effectively listen, speak, write, and interact in a tactful and logical manner. Continually reinforce FMS' commitment to conduct at all times that is courteous, friendly, helpful and cooperative to students, staff, co-workers, and visitors.
- Ability to work in a thorough and safe manner for self and be aware of the safety of others in group projects.
- Certification from a vocational school in automotive Technology
- NYS DMV Inspectors Certificate
The FMS department works collaboratively to design, construct, operate, and maintain an exceptional and cost effective living, learning, and working environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience
- High School diploma or GED
- 1-3 years' experience with inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing vehicles, equipment, and components.
- The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check. Please refer to RIT's Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedures for specifics regarding what is considered in an MVR review.
- Must be able to build and maintain relationships with a wide-rage of academic and/or other student service departments.
- Considerable knowledge of internal combustion engines, automotive electrical, mechanical and electronic components, transmissions differentials, alternative fuel vehicle systems, and other components of automotive systems.
- Ability to operate a variety of tools and equipment used in automotive repair and maintenance activities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to select and use appropriate PPE equipment for tasks performed and conditions encountered.
- Ability to and willingness to be self-motivating and willing to perform manual labor.
- Ability to withstand irregular and long hours during winter weather conditions.
- Ability to tolerate prolonged exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, unpleasant odors and loud noises.
- Computer skills in using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and, Excel), computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), Project Tracker, and Oracle applications.
- Ability to perform physical activities such as standing or walking for long periods, repeated bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, crawling, and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
- Ability to serve as a steward for all university property, equipment, and tools.
- Able to lift 50 pounds.
- Leads by example in the skills of customer service and positive interaction with employees, vendors, students, and supervisors by mutual respect for all people's needs.
- Ability to effectively listen, speak, write, and interact in a tactful and logical manner. Continually reinforce FMS' commitment to conduct at all times that is courteous, friendly, helpful and cooperative to students, staff, co-workers, and visitors.
- Ability to work in a thorough and safe manner for self and be aware of the safety of others in group projects.
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $18 - $30
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $18
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $30
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employee’s pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RIT’s Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 18
Hourly/Salary Maximum:30
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Salary : $18 - $30
