Welder/Steam Technician

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S

This position is responsible for analysis, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of all activities related to underground campus utilities and related building steam and heating systems.

The position will initiate repairs or replacements as necessary to upgrade campus systems and minimize energy losses.

The position shall be responsible to the Mechanical Shop Supervisor and will assist with special projects as directed.

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Trainee/Apprenticeship: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. After successful completion of a one year apprenticeship in the assigned trade(s), the position can be updated to the Contributing Level.

Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may
not be applicable to all positions.

Knowledge-Technical: Performs a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions. These tasks/functions may involve related or varying processes to test, renovate, overhaul, replace, and perform preventive maintenance on standard mechanical systems. Provides technical assistance to others by troubleshooting standard facilities maintenance issues and determining their cause. Mentors other technicians.

Coordination-Work: Determines project/assignment by breaking them down into tasks. Sets objectives and prioritizes activities and tasks, adjusts priorities when appropriate. Takes advantage of available resources (personnel, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Anticipates obstacles/roadblocks and prepares alternative plans to ensure timely task accomplishment. Uses time effectively and does not let distractions interfere with completion of the job/project.

Monday through Friday, 6:00 am - 3:00 pm. Schedule may vary due to work load and service activities. Work may be required past normal eight hour day, weekends, and/or holidays. This position is subject to primary and secondary call back schedules.

This position is MANDATORY and required to work during adverse weather events and emergency closures.

Employee will be subject to several extremes of heat, cold, dust and dirt on a daily basis. Heavy lifting in excess of 100 pounds is also required on a limited basis. Call back situations may necessitate emergency repairs in extremes of inclement weather.

Applicants may be required to conduct a practical test.

Please list a minimum of 3 professional references in the application.

Appalachian State University Benefits Information: https://hr.appstate.edu/hr-services/benefits

Finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.

Must be able to operate university owned vehicles with a valid driver's license.