Head Mechanic

Company: Judge Baker Children's Center
Location: Boston
Posted on: October 19, 2020

Job Description:

Title

HEAD MECHANIC

Description

JOB OVERVIEW



Under the supervision of the Director of Facilities, operates, maintains, and repairs plant equipment and other related equipment, such as HVAC, pumps, fans, compressors, refrigerating equipment, pneumatic controls, valves, heat exchanger vessels, vacuum producers, pressure reducing and control valves, etc. Need to have knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry skills. Familiarity with building codes highly desirable. The position is responsible for providing both a clean and safe indoor environment as well as maintaining the outside grounds in good order.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Duties include but are not limited to, the following:

* Familiarity and comfort with computers and completing research related to products, vendors, etc. regarding building maintenance and grounds

* Make trips as necessary to pick up supplies/materials required for the building and grounds.

* Familiarity with installed plumbing equipment. Makes emergency and other necessary repairs. Performs preventative maintenance as scheduled and necessary and completes repairs as requested and directed on kitchen equipment, such as pots, dishwasher, steam kettles, mixing machines, garbage disposals, refrigerators, etc.

* Expected to work independently with a minimal amount of supervision and input from the Director of Facilities.

* Expected to carry out all emergency procedures of JBCC with or without the assistance of external vendors.

* Services and keeps in operation HVAC equipment, boilers, and hot water, air conditioning units. Sets and controls temperatures of different areas of the physical plant according to documented facilities operations plans.

* Directs the activities of one or more mechanics regularly while working jointly with them on projects. Instruct facilities staff on the job to ensure work is completed accurately and efficiently. Maintains an accurate list of time and materials used in repairs on work orders to stay within the department budget.

* Respond to pages and/or cellphone within 15 minutes

* Plan and schedule daily tasks and projects with the Director of Facilities.

* Maintain shop, tools, and supplies according to department guidelines.

* Order, issue, and monitor the use of supplies according to department guidelines.

* Maintain records to include progress reports of ongoing projects daily.

* Issue keys as directed by Director of Facilities

* Inspect areas regularly according to documented schedule.

* Secure areas after completing work according to department guidelines.

* Report broken machinery/equipment to the Director of Facilities for repair by the end of each day.

* Pick up/Submit daily work orders from/to the Director of Facilities.

* Evaluates new products and machinery and makes recommendations to the Director of Facilities as directed and necessary.

* Assists Director of Facilities and may be required to fill in during Director of Facilities' absence.

* Check emergency generator/operation of pumps etc. according to department guidelines.

* Performs other work of the department as requested.

* On-call 24/7



EOE Statement Judge Baker Children s Center embraces workplace diversity and is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected group status under federal, state or local law. Judge Baker is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Open Date 10/6/2020

Position Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

* High School/ Trade School/ or Equivalent/Certification or Licensure

* Four to Six years experience with building maintenance.

* Drivers License

* Flexible and willing to work as a team member.



PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (with or without accommodation)



Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear and be capable of repetitive motion position requires exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Work requires close visual acuity

The position is exposed to environmental conditions, activities occur both inside and outside. The worker is subject to extreme cold and heat. The worker is subject to noise and vibration. A worker is subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working in high places and exposure to chemicals. Work is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases and poor ventilation. Work may require spending time in close quarters and/or narrow passageways.

salary range Full-time position, salary commensurate with experience

Applications

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