About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.

The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers.

In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician II installs, maintains, and repairs mechanical systems and system components, including but not limited to cooling tower, strainers, pumps, air handlers, exhaust systems, fume hoods, etc.

Responsibilities include maintaining mechanical system, applying appropriate skills and methods as necessary in the areas of HVAC maintenance and repair, pump maintenance and repair, and air compressors and their related equipment.

May assist other employees in the performance of their work. Performs related work as required.

Essential Functions

• Maintains buildings and systems utilizing skills, methods, and tools of the trade to repair HVAC systems, pumps, and compressors.
• Installs and performs preventive maintenance and repairs on heating, ventilating, air conditioning, pumps, and compressor equipment.

Maintains, rebuilds, and repairs worn or defective parts, lubricating motors and bearings, changing belts and filters, replacing damaged insulation.

Responsible for cleanliness of mechanical rooms.

• Performs minor plumbing, heating and electrical-related work not requiring a license.
• Performs related duties such as replacing bearings, belts, couplers, drain views, lubricating, greasing, etc.
• Erects ladders and scaffolding as needed to perform assigned work.
• Interprets and / or sketches layouts of work; estimates length of time, quantities of materials and labor need to complete jobs.
• Operates motor vehicle, on and off campus, as assigned.
• Responds to routine maintenance and emergency calls.
• Assist with reclaiming of refrigerant units.
• Practices and promotes excellent customer service in the workplace and exhibits a clear commitment to the diverse needs of customers.
• Professional interaction with hotel guests when performing repairs on equipment in hotel rooms.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

Three (3) years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience and demonstrated competence in the HVAC, pumps, and compressor and or mechanical trades.

Substitution : A diploma or certificate from a recognized trade, technical or vocational school, at the high school level or higher, with a major in HVAC, pumps, or compressors and or mechanical trades may be substituted for a maximum of one (1) year of required experience.

• A valid Class D Driver's License. Based on assignment, a valid Class B License or a valid CDL License with appropriate endorsements may be required.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the following construction and repair trades : HVAC, pumps, and compressors.
• Considerable knowledge of the tools, materials, methods, and standard practices used in the HVAC, pumps, and compressors trades.
• Working knowledge of the occupational hazards, precautions and safety practices and procedures in the HVAC, pumps, and compressor trades.
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Skill in the use of electric and non-electric hand tools.
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction and to read and interpret documents such as plans, blueprints, and drawings.
• Ability to make simple estimates of time and materials.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others, to work as a team, and to interact with others with tact and respect.
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen cooking hood maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of commercial cooking hood digital control systems.
• Knowledge of commercial cooking pollution control systems.
• Ability to use a computer to look up parts and order parts.
• Ability to establish and maintain a parts inventory.
• Ability to plan and execute jobs without constant supervision.
• Ability to help direct other workers on larger preventive maintenance jobs.

Other Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Requires the ability to carry, push, pull, stand, bend, drive, reach, sit, twist, lift and perform repetitive movement. Must be able to :

• Use electric and non-electric hand tools.
• Work in confined spaces and to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds.
• Lift and carry heavy objects.
• Have physical stamina and endurance, ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.

Work Schedule

• 40 hours per week.
• M-F, 6 : 30am - 2 : 30pm; may include evenings, weekends and holidays.
• This is a maintenance function which includes overtime, returning to work between shifts when directed or called. It is your responsibility to update the service desk with your current phone number.
• May be required to work mandatory overtime during special events (commencement, move in etc.).
• Will be required to work over night shifts when required (1 to 2 times a year).

Salary Information

AFSCME Non-Exempt Grade 14

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University.

To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans.

It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Last updated : 2024-04-28