What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic position at New England Aquarium?
New England Aquarium is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join the Facilities Team and contribute to the maintenance of the vast mechanical systems that keep the animal collection safe and the facilities operating at peak performance. The Mechanic maintains, inspects, overhauls, and repairs all mechanical systems throughout the Aquarium and collaborates with individual departments on the Facilities team to provide a high level of service to the organization. This position is part of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 32BJ, District 615.
This is a full-time regular position offering a comprehensive benefits package. The schedule will be Monday-Friday. Work must be conducted onsite at both the Boston and Quincy campuses.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1.Works within preventive maintenance system to maintain mechanical systems in all Aquarium facilities (i.e., pumps, filtering systems, piping systems, steam, water, and compressed air systems).
2.Inspects, overhauls, and repairs components of mechanical systems throughout the Aquarium complexes in Boston and Quincy.
3.Lays out projects, prepares materials list, and completes installations or repairs when assigned.
4.Performs maintenance requests as submitted in the Corrective Maintenance System to assist other divisions at the Aquarium.
5.Assists during snow removal operations.
6.Assists other colleagues in Facilities as needed.
7.Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Training and Experience
•High School diploma or equivalent.
•Minimum of three years' experience maintaining pumps, filtration systems, and other mechanical systems.
•Electrical and Chiller/HVAC familiarity required.
•Valid drivers' license.
•MA Hoist License or a willingness to train and obtain a license required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
•Ability to take initiative and work independently to complete assigned tasks.
•Strong communications skills and the ability to provide excellent service to internal customers.
•Organized and able to plan projects and execute them in a timely fashion.
•Ability to lift up to 59 lbs. regularly and occasionally up to 100 lbs. or more.
For more information and to apply online please visit: http://neaq.applicantpro.com/jobs/
New England Aquarium is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC. Here we foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to engage and inspire a broad audience with our efforts to protect the blue planet, and we believe a diverse workforce provides experiences, skills, and perspectives that enrich our programs, strengthen problem-solving, add creativity, and enhance our work environment.
Salary : $39 - $39
