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SO11 Maintenance Mechanic

Cornell University
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Jun 2026
💰 $64,000/yr

About the role

   

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.  

 

Respond to all facilities related trouble calls, including emergency calls Act independently to assess situations, troubleshoot problems, and take appropriate actions Possess authority to call trades people in on overtime for assistance or repair If necessary, alert building occupants and others to potentially dangerous conditions Provide support and assistance to members of the Cornell community who are experiencing facility related problem situations (e.g. locked out of room or stuck in an elevator) Document and record all maintenance activities and related billable hours for equipment maintenance records as required. 

 

Troubleshoot and maintain building heating systems (i.e. boilers, burners, electric, and university steam), cooling systems (i.e. package units, chillers, and university chilled water), and other mechanical and HVACR equipment found in commercial, industrial, residential, and research facilities.  

 

Perform routine and preventive maintenance on facilities equipment 

 

Ours is a values–based organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organization’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity. IPP employees are required to attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process 

 

 

This is a Contract, union position within the UAW. The starting pay rate is $32.07/hour. 

 

We are a value–based organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organization’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity. Facilities and Campus Services employees are required to attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process. 

 

We require these qualifications: 

 

  • High School diploma or equivalent.  

  • Minimum of five years’ experience in building trades or other relevant mechanical experience.   

  • The position requires a thorough understanding of facilities systems and equipment.  

  • Must have and maintain a valid US driver’s license; may be required to operate a motor vehicle (your own vehicle or Cornell-owned) to travel to/from job sites.  

  • Must have excellent communication skills, verbal and written, as well as excellent customer service skills.  

  • Experience working in a team environment to accomplish goals required.

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