Indiana University · 3 days ago
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Bloomington, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$58K/yr - $58K/yr
5+ years expIndiana University is dedicated to maintaining beautiful and functional campuses that support excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. The Sheet Metal Mechanic will be responsible for a variety of tasks including assembling and repairing sheet metal items, installing HVAC systems, and performing general building maintenance duties.
Higher Education
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, deburrs, 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; balances air flow. Repairs and cleans air handlers as needed. Repairs air handler coils. Welds metal repairs on mobile or stationary equipment
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties. Drives University vehicles as needed. Works any shift as needed. Provides 24-hour a day emergency response as needed. Assists 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
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
5 years verifiable journey level experience in the sheet metal field; OR Certificate in DOL apprenticed sheet metal trade
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon hire
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrated 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
Ability to effectively communicate
Ability to handle equipment
Ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs
Ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
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
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Company
Indiana University
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