Systems Technician

Job Summary:

Experienced multi-skilled tradesperson familiar with one or more of the following areas: maintenance of commercial and residential refrigeration, air-conditioning, heating, ventilation, plumbing, electrical, and building automation systems. Ability to troubleshoot equipment maintenance problems and perform scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment.  Ability to work well with the systems team to help provide a safe and well-maintained environment for the students, visitors, faculty, and staff of Goshen College.  This position is part of a rotation that shares after-hours on-call time with other members of the Systems Department.

Wages for this position are from $18.20 to $19.20 per hour based upon experience.

Essential Functions:  

This position will work closely with and share responsibilities with others in the Systems Department team to do the following:

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs of air conditioning equipment, hydronic pumps and distribution systems, and refrigeration equipment on campus.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs of heating, mechanical,  plumbing, and electrical equipment on campus.
• Repair, adjust, maintain, or replace mechanical equipment such as pumps, motor  bearings and belts, blower assemblies, and exhaust fan filters.
• Assist in the maintenance of steam, condensate, and hydronic distribution systems.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes.
• Perform routine replacement of specialty light bulbs, ballasts, switches and other basic electrical devices.
• Assist as needed in the completion of general and routine maintenance tasks when additional support is needed from the general maintenance group.  This could include such tasks as cleaning out sewage and storm water lines or maintenance of outdoor lighting.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of the campus building automation system.
• Complete assigned work orders regarding repair of lights, plumbing, and electrical.
• Join after-hours on-call rotation with other members of the Systems Department.

Education and/or Experience: 

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates Degree in HVAC, or other technical schooling preferred.
• Certification in Refrigeration, Electrical License, or Plumbing License is desirable.
• Four to six years of experience in the operation and maintenance of plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, and HVAC systems is preferred.

Qualifications: 

• Able to work safely around hazardous situations, work with hazardous chemicals,  electricity, and around moving parts.
• Able to troubleshoot and repair a variety of equipment using basic diagnostic  tools.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills. English language competency.
• Computer literacy is useful and desirable.
• Possession of a cell phone for receiving computer generated alarm texts

Physical Demands: 

• Able to occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.
• Must be in good health and be able to climb, grasp, pull, lift and crouch.
• Must have high visual acuity.

Work Environment/Environmental Condition:

• Able to work in hot and cold environments.
• Able to climb ladders, work on roofs and work in tight mechanical spaces
• Occasionally required to work in confined spaces using appropriate safety  procedures.

All of the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job  requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability  deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be  construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.  Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the  supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any  major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.

Benefits:

1. Health insurance (employee premium 100% covered)
2. Dental, vision, life and LTD insurance
3. Relocation expenses reimbursed
4. Retirement plans
5. Tuition discounts
6. Free employee membership to Recreation/Fitness Center
7. Flexible Spending Account
8. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

See our website for additional benefit information.

About Goshen College

Goshen College is a nationally-ranked college and Hispanic-Serving Institution in Indiana renowned for its distinctive hands-on, real-world educational opportunities, and its commitment to creating positive change in the community and the world. The college offers over 65 undergraduate areas of study as well as best-in-class graduate programs in nursing, business administration, social work, and environmental education. This caring, safe and diverse campus prides itself on providing excellent academic programs that connect arts with sciences, and theory with practice—exposing students to multiple perspectives and encouraging them to think deeply, live creatively, and lead purposefully.

The college is located in the City of Goshen in the heart of Elkhart County, within several hours of Chicago, Indianapolis, and Detroit. Residents of Goshen enjoy a culturally diverse small-town atmosphere with an active arts community, a vibrant and entrepreneurial downtown, the Maple City Greenway network of bicycle paths, and affordable housing prices. Learn more at www.goodofgoshen.com.

How to Apply:

Please be sure to provide all required materials noted below, as incomplete applications may not be considered.  Application materials may be attached to the Staff Application Form or sent electronically to hr@goshen.edu.

• Complete and submit the online Staff Application Form
• Three professional references with contact information

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

E-Verify Statement of Participation

Goshen College participates in E-Verify. If you are hired, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Goshen College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to enhancing diversity across the institution. Goshen College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected status. To protect the welfare and provide for the safety of the students, employees, visitors and resources of Goshen College, background checks are conducted by the Office of Human Resources on all new and re-hired employees.

Human Resources
Goshen College
1700 S. Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526-4795

E-mail: hr@goshen.edu
Telephone: (574) 535-7111