STARS Requisition number
94494BR
Posting Position Title
Equipment Mechanic
Essential Duties
1. Performs assignments under limited supervision. 2. Directs the work of employees under the direction of the supervisor. 3. Under the direction of the supervisor, assumes general responsibility for the completion of assignments. 4. Determines the manpower and material requirements and the means and methods to be used in accomplishing work assignments and recommends changes. 5. Secures materials, supplies and equipment. 6. Installs, repairs, replaces, maintains or alters any warm air, chill water, steam or hot water systems, including necessary piping and associated pumping equipment. 7. Diagnoses, services, installs and maintains, mechanical equipment such as but not limited to motors, compressors, pumps, laboratory equipment, kitchen appliances, fans, autoclaves, air handling units, cage washing equipment, control valves, centrifuges and other equipment related to the trade. 8. Performs incidental work required on the equipment maintained by the trade. 9. Maintains clean work area and/or cleans job site. 10. Trains lower labor grade employees using various training methods. 11. Observes safety standards and practices. 12. Performs related duties as required or assigned within job classification.
Required Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent. Two or more years maintaining laboratory and dining hall equipment, HVAC equipment or related type work.
Weekend Hours Required?
Yes
Evening Hours Required?
Yes
Work Week
Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)
University Job Title
Equipment Mechanic
Worksite Address
60 College Street
New Haven, CT 06510
Work Location
Medical School Campus
Drug Screen
No
Health Screening
No
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
Searchable Job Family
Facilities, Physical Plant
External Gateway Posting Date
15-May-2025
Total # of hours to be worked:
40
Required Licenses or Certifications
Must possess a valid Connecticut S4 license or higher, all External candidates require a valid Connecticut S2 license and must hold valid driver's license. Must possess a OSHA 10.
Physical Requirements
1. Climbs ladders and scaffolding in excess of eight (8) feet. 2. Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling and/or squatting. 3. Works in confined areas. 4. Sustained overhead work. 5. Works outside in all types of weather. 6. Moves both arms and shoulders in full and extended motion while working with heavy tools. 7. Moves, assembles, lifts or carries furniture, equipment, tools and materials of up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance.
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Ability to perform the position as described.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
Additional Background or Health Screening Requirements
Selected incumbent must have successful completion of a DMV check and a valid driver’s license.
EEO Statement:
The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Compensation Grade
Labor Grade 11
Bargaining Unit
L35 - Local 35 (Yale Union Group)
Supervisory Organization
YSM Facilities - Infrastructure Admin
Time Type
Full time
Work Days/Hours (Other than Standard)
Sun-Thurs 4:20p.m.-12:20a.m.
Position Focus
Installs, repairs, replaces and maintains a variety of University building equipment to include warm air, chilled water, steam and hot water systems.
Note
Yale University is a tobacco-free campus
Wage Ranges
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Work Model
On-site
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