Repairer, Rensselaer Tech Park

• High School/Equivalent
• One (1) year experience in construction, facilities maintenance, or related field
• Valid US driver’s license

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

• Knowledge of basic construction trades including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and metal work
• Ability to read, write, and perform simple use of arithmetic
• Ability to follow instructions and perform with minimal direct supervision
• Ability to use all hand tools and operate all basic power tools and equipment
• Ability to work in a team environment and perform basic tasks independently
• Must have ability to use a personal computer (Outlook and job specific software)
• Excellent customer service skills

• Perform basic repairs in a variety of areas including carpentry, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, painting, masonry, minor glass repair, minor metal work and related maintenance areas. Assist with complex repair and maintenance assignments.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) on a wide range of equipment and facilities in assigned areas such as, but not limited to filters, batteries, safety shower inspections, door hardware, and fan coiling cleaning.
• Set and perform repair and maintenance assignments according to the work orders and instructions. Provide a list of required materials for assigned tasks to supervisor. May transport materials to and from job sites.
• Repair, or replace appliances including stoves, refrigerators, water heaters, and air conditioning. Winterize as required. Work with shop staff to refurbish areas as assigned. Install and repair campus signage as needed.
• Provide set-up services for Pat’s Barn and Park-wide events and functions.
• May load and unload trucks, move furniture, clean out apartments or offices, remove litter and discarded materials. Set up and take down furniture as required by room use transitions. -
• Maintain shop equipment, supplies and work area in a neat and orderly condition, returning equipment, tools, etc. to proper storage area.
• Report problems including work coordination, technical issues, communications, tools, keys and work schedule to supervisor.
• Coordinate keys with tenants and lock doors at the end of the shift nightly.
• Assist with landscaping and groundskeeping as needed, including mowing, watering, weeding, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger use

Expected hiring range: $21.00 - $22.50

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials.

This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions:

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile.

Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan.

Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment.

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We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's work and campus communities.

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