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Maintenance Mechanic, Lead

Work type: Full Time

Categories: Staff, Trades, Service, and Maintenance

Who we are

Why Rensselaer? Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.

Job Summary

The Lead Maintenance Mechanic plans, performs and oversees the work of a highly skilled team of industrial and institutional tradesmen performing a wide range of repair and maintenance duties. The Lead Maintenance Mechanic also performs the duties of shop Supervisor in the Supervisor’s absence. Participates in on-call rotation in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent

• Seven (7) years of related and progressively more responsible experience in plumbing, steam fitting and piping trade.

• Ability to be medically qualified for respirator use.

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding of pipe and high-pressure piping / boiler

• Valid US Driver’s license

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to lead and direct staff to ensure the completion of given tasks and projects.

• Ability to operate a personal computer (Outlook, job specific software).

• In-depth knowledge of plumbing trade, equipment and tools.

• Working knowledge of basic industry trades including, welding, roofing, electrical, metal work and carpentry.

• Ability to work in a team environment or perform independently.

• Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic functions.

• Ability to follow blueprints, schematics and/or instructions

• Ability to use all hand tools and operate all power tools and equipment

• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding and personnel lifts.

• Excellent customer service skills.

Job Duties

+ Assign, instruct and oversee the daily activities of assigned staff; respond to questions from staff regarding standard operating procedures. Provide on-the-job training for assigned staff. Provide oversight to ensure quality work and to facilitate learning and growth.

+ Work with supervisor to develop project plans, estimates and recommend staff assignments.

+ Provide input to supervisor for performance evaluations. Completes personnel actions and payroll, leads and directs unit in supervisor’s absence.

+ Keep the Supervisor informed of all business, problems, and achievements. May assist supervisor and respond to complaints and resolve customer and staff issues.

+ Plan and perform repair, maintenance and installation work supporting campus buildings, utilities and infrastructure including, but not limited to plumbing, heating, cooling, fire protection, storm, sewer, water and laboratory gas systems.

+ Perform preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment; develop pm procedures based on manufacturer’s recommendations and usage history.

+ Troubleshoot basic and complex emergencies related to plumbing, roofing, heating, welding, and steam systems; complete repairs; follow-up to ensure identified needs are addressed.

+ Maintain, repair and install equipment such as satellite boilers, furnaces, ventilation fans, air compressors, laboratory piping, gas systems, and pumps.

+ Confirm completion of work orders and document status in CMMS system.

+ Maintain inventory of needed supplies, replacement parts and maintenance materials.

Shift

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Driving

Non-passenger driving between campus locations

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact [email protected].

Job Posted Date

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .

We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Advertised: 08 Sep 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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