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FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

The Capital Planning & Facilities mission is to create a physical environment that fosters success. We plan, create, maintain, and preserve Indiana University's beautiful, functional, and sustainable campuses. Our units work together to support excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement - across all IU campuses. CPF also serves as a liaison with the state of Indiana for all capital projects, including the Capital Appropriations Request, the state approval process for all capital projects, and the various capital and space utilization reports required by the state.

Our staff members are our most valuable asset. Each individual is a team member who contributes to the decision-making process. We seek creative and innovative solutions to meet our customers' needs. We set high service standards, and we reward superior effort and results. We promote the personal growth of our staff through education and training.

At CPF, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are inseparable from our mission to create campuses and communities that keep our faculty, staff and students feeling safe, supported and included. CPF cares about each individual and the unique background and capabilities they bring to our team. It is through these diverse experiences and perspectives that we will thrive in the future as a team that actively represents Indiana University's commitment to diversity and equity.

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Department Responsibilities

• Fabricates or repairs such sheet metal articles as roofing, gutters, flashing, louvers, ventilators, ducts, hoods, sinks, steam tables, trays, lockers, shelves, gas-fired boiler intakes/exhausts, and metal windows.
• Sheet metal field installation of ductwork, bathroom partitions, louvers, air handler coils, air handler dampers, etc.
• Fabrication of architectural sheet metal.
• Familiarity and ability to repair clay tile, slate, and flat roofing (TPO, PVC, and EPDM).
• Knowledge and use of all sheet metal shop trade tools and equipment to include snips, tape measures, hammers, drills, grinders, saws, brakes, shears, rollers, presses, plasma cutting.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and drawings and fabricate from them.
• Advanced knowledge of soldering, welding (TIG, MIG, and SMAW including alloys) and cutting.
• Layout, cut, shape, form, rivet, spot weld, solder and sweat all forms of sheet metal, including tin, copper, aluminum, and brass.
• Ability to work alone and as a positive member of a team.
• Perform minor repairs on all sorts of equipment from laboratory to weight lifting.
• Maintain sheet metal equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
• Ability to learn the programming and operation of a CNC plasma cutting table.
• Ability to safely work at heights off a scaffold/lift/ladder.
• Ability to safely work alone and as a postive member of a team.

General Responsibilities

• Drills and punches holes in metal, for screws, bolts, and rivets. Fastens seams and joints together with welds, bolts, cements, rivets, solders, caulks, metal drive clips, and bonds in order to assemble components into products or to repair sheet metal items. Finishes parts, using hacksaws, and hand, rotary, or squaring shears.
• Inspects individual parts, assemblies, and installations for conformance to specifications and building codes, using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers. Selects gauges and types of sheet metal or non-metallic material, according to product specifications. Shapes metal material over anvils, blocks, or other forms, using hand tools.
• Trims, files, grinds, deburres, buffs, and smooths surfaces, seams, and joints of assembled parts, using hand tools and portable power tools. Installs door hinges, panic bars, thresholds, motorized projector screens and mounts, and toilet partitions. Maintains kitchen equipment, roof gutters, and overhead doors. Installs and repairs roofing and flashing materials.
• Installs assemblies, including heating and air conditioning ducts and air handlers; balance air flow. Repairs and cleans air handlers as needed. Repairs air handler coils. Welds metal repairs on mobile or stationary equipment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties. Drive University vehicles as needed. Work any shift as needed. 24-hour a day emergency response as needed. Assist with snow removal activities as necessary. Works during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus.

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or GED

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years Verifiable journey level experience

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Possess a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University.
• Certificate in relevant DOL apprenticed trade

SKILLS

Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems
• Friendly and service-oriented
• Proactively approaches responsibilities
• Knowledge of and ability to use materials, methods/principles and tools specific to the needs of the Sheet Metal Mechanic trade.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, regulations or ordinances.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and/or schematics.
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.
• May be required to acquire and maintain position-required certifications

This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Bloomington, Indiana

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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