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Posting date : 01 / 13 / 2025
Open Until Filled : Position Number :
1129188
Position Title :
Building Service Technician II
Department this Position Reports to :
Hiring Range Minimum :
31.26 / hr
Hiring Range Maximum :
32.29 / hr
Union Type : SEIU
SEIU Level : FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt
Employment Category :
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year :
Scheduled Hours per Week :
Location of Position :
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility? :
Onsite only
Is this a term position? :
If yes, length of term in months. :
n / a
Is this a grant funded position? :
Position Purpose :
On both a scheduled work order basis and in response to emergencies, performs maintenance and repair to Dartmouth College academic and administration buildings, structures, and related fixtures and utilities, using a variety of trade practices associated with the occupations such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and other related trades.
The Building Service Technician II position applies a specific level of skill and proficiency in the execution of these duties related to all systems at Dartmouth College. Duties include regular maintenance responsibilities requiring ability with minor carpentry and basic electric, plumbing and HVAC repairs while developing a level of skill on campus building automation systems and more complicated systems located in the areas of responsibility, such as RODI systems, pool certification, heat recovery systems. Assists Building Service Technicians III and IV in more complex tasks as needed, or as a learning opportunity.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp :
High School plus 3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :
- High school graduate or the equivalent.
- Four-plus years of experience and knowledge with MEP systems and controls.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to qualify under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle policy.
- Ability to perform carpentry repairs such as repair specialty items such as blackboards, and work with raised floor systems..
- Ability to perform minor electric repairs and demonstrate general understanding of electrical systems and their operation.
- Ability to perform plumbing repairs such as fixture replacement, fix leaking valves, use pro-press fitting and solder joints to make minor pipe / valve repairs, repair minor sections of pipe insulation. Demonstrates general understanding of hot / cold water systems and sanitary waste systems.
- Ability to make basic HVAC repairs and service including air and water filter replacement, replace belts, clean coils. Demonstrates general understanding of HVAC equipment and systems operation.
- Ability to use HVAC building automation system programs to troubleshoot building issues. Ability to use specialty control systems to troubleshoot laboratory and greenhouse systems as needed. Demonstrates knowledge of campus building automation systems and more complicated systems in area of responsibility such as RODI systems, pool certification, heat recovery systems.
- Ability to use all hand tools. Ability to use power tools including specialty tools such as PEX connections, press connections. Ability to use electric multi-meter, light meter, temperature / humidity meters.
- Ability to read and understand building plans, and to use college data sources for access to building plans and O&M manuals.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently under minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment and applying strong problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of Dartmouth College construction standards.
- Strong customer service skills and good communications skills; ability to share work to be performed with college employees and building occupants.
- Computer skills including basic word processing, email, spreadsheets and building system programs. Smartphone skills to use vendor software for programming various basic electric components.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate issues and develop creating responsive solutions.
- Able to document and record issues and procedures.
- Ability to perform demanding physical activity, work at heights and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity under physically difficult and / or strenuous conditions.
- Must be capable of participating in the College’s respiratory protection program and capable of responding to alarms including potentially hazardous environments.
- Willingness to work overtime when required.
- Willingness to obtain further (vendor) training which may be online, local in-person, or at a remote location.
- Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates :
Driver Safety- Electrical Safety related work practices
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries :
Jason Bergeron
Department Contact Phone Number :
Jason.A.Bergeron@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title :
Director of Maintenance Services, Jason Bergeron
Equal Opportunity Employer :
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check :
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and / or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? :
Special Instructions to Applicants :
UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY.
OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 1 / 13 / 25 THROUGH 1 / 19 / 25.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https : / / policies.dartmouth.edu / policy / tobacco-free-policy
Quick Link :
https : / / searchjobs.dartmouth.edu / postings / 77175
Description :
Preventive maintenance
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Repair. Replacement and Installation
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Building Automation Support
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Learns from senior technicians
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Mentorship
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Working Conditions
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Working Environment
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Culture and Employee Belonging
We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary : $32
