Job Opportunities

Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified applicant to fill the position of Utility Person, Third Shift. Apply generally accepted techniques and procedures of the utility trade to perform journey level work involving inspection, installation, maintenance, trouble-shooting and repair of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems and related controls, equipment, distribution duct and piping systems, to ensure that all systems operate properly in accordance with their intended use. In addition, persons in this trade will be responsible for operation of the swimming pool equipment and maintenance of the proper balance of chemicals in the pool water, in accordance with health code regulations. The hourly rate of pay is $36.82/hour and will include a 5% shift differential. Work days are Thursday-Monday, 11:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m., with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret drawings, prints, specifications, shop drawings, schematics, manuals etc. to determine work requirements and procedures.
• Take field measurements and prepare sketches for fabrication of system components.
• Procure or fabricate system components and/or parts in accordance with field measurements, drawings, prints or sketches etc. and install same in accordance with generally accepted trade practices, to insure equipment and system performance in accordance with design specifications.
• Repair, replace or alter system components to insure proper performance.
• Inspects building facilities and equipment to ascertain required repairs, prepares lists of required project materials and reports discrepancies, recommendations, and necessary follow up to supervisor, if unable to correct a problem.
• Operate and maintain boiler units of varying types and sizes, including blow down and chemical cleaning of coils, chemical treatment of feed water, burner maintenance and adjustments for optimum operation and proper maintenance and adjustment of all safety valves and equipment.
• Operate, service, repair and maintain swimming pool equipment, filters and purification system.
• Maintain, repair and adjust refrigeration and kitchen equipment.
• Perform electric and gas welding of various types and gauges of metals in the repair of equipment and/or fabrication of metal parts and structures.
• Perform other tasks for which specifically trained and/or certified.
• Make emergency responses to problems in other trade areas when working shifts outside the normal work day/week.
• Act as group leader when so designated by supervisor.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned in emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School graduate or GED with good reading, math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Have at least 8 years of experience in the utility or related trade, at least four of which must have been at the journey level; or, be a graduate of a formal and recognized apprentice program and have two years of experience at the journey level.
• Have or be able to obtain within 6 months an EPA section 608 Universal Technician Certification.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s license.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools normally used in the trade and the safe use and/or operation of same.
• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and/or written instruction and work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements:

• Good physical condition.
• Able to work at high elevations using scaffolding and/or ladders.
• Capable of lifting and carrying heavy loads.
• Good manual dexterity.

Benefits

Kenyon offers benefits for employees and their family members. Children of employees are eligible for 100% tuition waivers at Kenyon, and through the Great Lakes Colleges Association, children of employees are eligible for 90% tuition waivers at nineteen other of the nation's finest liberal arts colleges.

We also offer health, dental and vision insurance, TIAA retirement, and many other benefits, including provisions for a spouse, families, and domestic partners. Details about benefits as well as conditions of employment are described more fully in our Staff Handbook.

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Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law. Kenyon College has a strong commitment to an inclusive environment that welcomes all voices and perspectives.