Air Quality Tech 2-U (AM)
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Job Overview
Perform master mechanical work; supervise variously skilled mechanical technicians.
Essential Functions
Repair various mechanical equipment such as fans, mechanical seals, bearings, pumps, motors, laboratory equipment, autoclaves, glass washers, water purification equipment, utility systems, and structures. Perform welding and brazing;
Periodically inspect and test installed equipment for proper assembly of components, check for any needed repairs in compliance with technical orders, blueprints, specifications, manuals and established procedures;
Repair, trouble shoots complex steam pressure reducing system safety; condensate return devices, steam traps, perform water treatment and testing and apply chemicals. Perform repair of critical laboratory exhaust systems (fume hoods). Inspect hoods for air balance;
May be required to serve as a lead worker and/or supervise, instruct and train semi-skilled and skilled Air Quality workers and trades people; assist supervisor in allocating work assignments; reviewing and evaluating work performance in training new personnel; coordinate work with other trades;
Maintain housekeeping conditions as prescribed by area;
Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Minimum Requirements
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and to read and write. Must have a current valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Required Education
Approved certificate from an accredited related apprenticeship program
Two (2) years of related work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement
Required Trainings/Certifications
Valid driver's license with an acceptable record
Required Experience
One (1) year related experience
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Sitting - Seldom
Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
Hearing, listening - Often
Talking - Often
Standing - Often
Walking - Often
Bending - Often
Stooping - Often
Climbing stairs/ladders - Often
Kneeling, squatting - Often
Crouching - Often
Crawling - Seldom
Reaching overhead - Often
Pulling, pushing - Often
Shoveling - Seldom
Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Often
Lifting - over 50 pounds - Often
Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.
Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
Oils: There is air or skin exposure to POLS (Petroleum, Oil and Lubricants) or other cutting fl