Overview
The Opportunity
As a university founded to be a place where “...any person can find instruction in any study,” inclusion and belonging are at the core of our values and mission. We strive to be a welcoming, caring, healthy, and equitable community where students, faculty, and staff with different backgrounds, perspectives, abilities, and experiences can learn, innovate, and work in an environment of respect, and feel empowered to engage in any community conversation. As a member of the Cornell University community, it is important to recognize our shared responsibility to each other to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all. Cornell Core values.
Multi Trade Technician III
As an individual contributor you will model and support a culture of inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing and continually seek to understand how your role, behaviors, and actions impact the success of this culture. While position responsibilities vary greatly, the Skills for Success and Leadership Skills for Success are foundational to what is expected of every employee and leader working at Cornell. These skills are essential for individual and organizational success. Staff Skills for Success; Leadership Skills for Success.
About The College
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University’s second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. We address three overlapping concerns: (1) breakthroughs require understanding complex systems; (2) access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right; (3) a prosperous global future depends on supporting local people and communities. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS addresses challenges across New York, the nation, and the world.
As a service and maintenance department of Cornell AgriTech, the Buildings and Properties Department (B & P) provides responsive maintenance, engineering and special services in support of our institution's vital research, aiming to maintain and expand the campus and its facilities to high standards, while providing dependable and cost-effective support services to those carrying out the research. B & P is a service organization dedicated to the success and satisfaction of AgriTech’s faculty, academics, staff, students and campus visitors.
The position is located within the department of Buildings and Properties Department on the Cornell AgriTech Campus in Geneva, NY. Under General Supervision, support the Buildings And Properties Mission in a multi-trade environment, working cooperatively with unit and research staff and faculty. Perform a full range of journey-level electrical work including:
Responsibilities
* Install, diagnose, repair, modify, and maintain electrical equipment and systems for the AgriTech Experiment Station in Geneva, NY; read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, project documents, and other relevant information related to maintaining, installing and troubleshooting facilities infrastructure and systems.
* Independently troubleshoot complex systems, plan and execute installations from start to finish.
* Provide leadership and expertise on complex jobs in the field and help others develop skills.
* Identify necessary parts and supplies and work with Electrician lead to plan and procure.
* Maintain fire alarms, exhaust fans, air handling units, motor controls, building controls, substation batteries, lighting systems, transformers, electrical system components and other systems as needed.
* Perform custom installations, renovations and relocations, and troubleshoot/repair scientific equipment.
* Assist with custodial, warehouse, utility plant, grounds, and other trade shops as required.
* Learn and follow safety and work environment regulations, policies and procedures (ARC flash prevention and protection, lead, asbestos, fall protection, confined space, and others as required).
* Acquire and maintain licenses and/or specialized knowledge to maintain equipment as required.
* Set up and tear down for special events as requested.
* Retrieve work order data and enter material, labor, and work log data into Maximo daily with accuracy and dependability.
* Maintain hand tools and diagnostic equipment needed to perform job duties.
Requirements
General Requirements to Buildings and Properties:
* High School diploma
* Valid driver license and successful driver background check and employment background check
* Ability to use computer for communications, time entry, scheduling access, product research & online trainings
* Capacity to handle confidential information with discretion
* Ability to multitask
* Strong communication, listening, prioritization and time management skills
* High motivation, innovation, good judgment, and reliability
* Team collaboration to resolve issues and achieve goals
* Service orientation to internal and external customers
* Clear written and oral communication; effective listening
* Initiative, adaptability to changing priorities
* Ability to work with tact and diplomacy with a wide range of customers
* Comfortable working on ladders and elevated platforms; OSHA lockout/tag-out and related safety procedures knowledge or ability to learn
* 24-hour availability for emergencies on an as-needed basis
* Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.
Trade Specific (Electrical) Requirements
* Electrical Trade School or Union certification
* Experience as an electrician in a maintenance facility
* Proficient in EMT and rigid conduit installation with high-quality workmanship
* Strong in motor control troubleshooting and design
* Ability to perform load calculations for wire sizes, conductor fill, breaker sizes, and branch circuits
* Ability to produce estimates in all aspects of the electrical field
* 5 – 7 years of commercial electrical work experience; strong knowledge of electrical trade
* Strong knowledge of National Electric Code
* Ability to read shop/field drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and other project documents
* Inspect crawl spaces, attics, laboratories, ventilation equipment, mechanical rooms, and confined spaces
Preferred (but not required)
* Experience with refrigeration and mechanical systems
* Ability to troubleshoot and coordinate repairs to refrigeration and air conditioning systems and controls
* 5+ years in refrigeration or related field
* Universal Technician certification (40 CFR Part 82 Subpart F) with proof of certification
Rewards And Benefits
Cornell is recognized as an award-winning workplace for health, wellbeing, and sustainability. Benefits include comprehensive health care options, retirement contributions, wellness programs, and employee discounts. Leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays, with two additional floating holidays for flexibility. Educational benefits include tuition-free programs and other educational assistance. Total rewards information is available on Cornell’s site.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visit hr.cornell.edu/eeo.
Other Details
Job Title: Multi Trade Technician III
Job Family: Facilities & Safety Services
Level: C
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Pay Range: $25.09 - $27.73
Remote Option Availability: Onsite
Company: Contract College
Contact Name: J'Frances White
Contact Email: jmw572@cornell.edu
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