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Mechanical systems include chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, furnaces, boilers, fan coil units, compressors, heat pumps, VAV boxes, walk in freezers and refrigerators, and related mechanical/electrical equipment such as variable frequency drives, motors, pumps and fans. • Performs light plumbing preventative/emergency maintenance including, but not limited to, faucet repair, mixing valve replacement, water heater replacement, clearing drains, and replacing flush valves, repairing or replacing sewer ejector pumps and motors.

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Thank you for your interest in employment with the Desert Research Institute. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:• Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
• Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
• Please see the application instructions under each posting for information on submittal deadlines.If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, contact Human Resources Hotline at (775) 673-7431 or recruit@dri.edu.Job DescriptionThe Desert Research Institute (DRI) is seeking a dedicated individual to fill a full-time Building Technician - Plumber position for the Reno campus.• Performs light plumbing preventative/emergency maintenance including, but not limited to, faucet repair, mixing valve replacement, water heater replacement, clearing drains, and replacing flush valves, repairing or replacing sewer ejector pumps and motors.
• Performs complex, technical, and skilled plumbing/pipe fitting duties for laboratory and central plant systems such as compressed air and vacuum, deionized water, and domestic and industrial hot and cold water systems.
• Ability to install gas lines and related fixtures and fittings; maintain and repair above and underground waste systems; solder and braze pipes & perform coil leak repairs.
• Ability to read and draw diagrams of piping systems normally associated with a large campus.
• Respond to work orders assigned for temperature, leaks, smells, repairs, etc.
• Modify and repair existing mechanical systems.
• Monitor the campus building system using the Building Automation System (BAS), aka Direct Digital Control (DDC) system, and diagnose issues while performing the duties of the operator.
• Maintain department budgets, supervise spending, and manage vendor purchasing accounts to maintain department fiscal accountability.
• Other duties as assigned. May include, but is not limited to providing general assistance to department personnel, faculty and staff; provide for building safety and security as well as inspect and maintain emergency systems for the buildings and physical plant.Mechanical systems include chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, furnaces, boilers, fan coil units, compressors, heat pumps, VAV boxes, walk in freezers and refrigerators, and related mechanical/electrical equipment such as variable frequency drives, motors, pumps and fans.This position is required to participate in a rotating on-call and respond to after hour alarms and emergencies. As a Building Technician, the incumbent is expected to independently respond to and resolve emergency service calls and alarms, taking appropriate action to minimize downtime, ensure continuous operations, staff comfort, and safety.In addition, the Building Technician - Plumber will be working in a team environment and will participate in all aspects of maintaining the facility when needed. Examples include remodeling and renovation of office and laboratory spaces, installation of scientific equipment and/or experimental setups. Tasks may also include moving furniture, light carpentry, carpet, drywall installation, painting and light HVAC, in addition to plumbing systems, as well as other duties as assigned.Required Education/Experience:• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a certified plumbing/pipefitting apprenticeship program and two years of varied journey level plumbing and pipe fitting experience OR five years equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Current Nevada/City of Reno Journeyman Plumber license or ability to obtain within six months of employment.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, and repair of buildings, plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of construction safety standards and ability to strictly enforce all safety protocols.
• Knowledge of or basic understanding in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with a computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) or work order system.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of personnel, including technical and academic staff.
• Experience working within a team environment.Preferred Education/Experience:• Backflow certification.
• Experience or certifications in welding.
• Facilities maintenance experience in a large hospital, laboratory, educational or institutional facility.
• Hands-on experience in a variety of building trades, including HVACR and electrical.Conditions of Employment:• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as: lifting and moving objects in excess of 50 lbs.; digging, excavating, planting, and pulling wire; climbing ladders and working at heights up to 30 ft; frequently stooping, bending, kneeling; exposure to dust, fumes, pollutants, chemicals, and construction materials. This position may be exposed to possible raw sewage.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license.
• Regular work hours for this position are 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday, but hours may vary during the week. Long and irregular hours may be required on occasion.
• This position is required to be on-call (on a rotating basis) to respond to after-hours emergencies.Salary/BenefitsThis is a DRI Technologist position Grade 34 with a salary range of $60,611 - $84,870 and is commensurate with education and experience.DRI offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance (flexible spending and health savings account options available); PERS 19.25% retirement match, 10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours of sick leave accrued per month, 12 paid holidays, and educational benefits. Additionally, there is no state income tax or social security deduction. This position is eligible for relocation assistance.Department OverviewThe Desert Research Institute (DRI) is an environmental sciences research organization within the Nevada System of Higher Education. DRIs Facilities Department is responsible for providing essential facilities operation, maintenance, and construction services for 22 buildings, totaling over 364,000 square feet, spread across 47 acres of land. These campuses house over 40 specialized labs, administrative, and educational spaces. The Facilities Department operates and maintains central utility systems (backup generators, UPS, boilers, chillers, air handlers, DI water, and building automation systems) and provides in-house laboratory modification, renovation, and construction services to the site. In addition, DRI operates and maintains several renewable energy systems including solar hot water and a 2.1 MW photovoltaic system.Our MissionTo support the institute through stewardship of infrastructure and properties; to manage energy usage on campus; and to provide whatever services the institute and its faculty need to support their mission.Our VisionTo be an innovative team that is recognized and respected for fostering a high-quality, lasting environmentOur Values• We exceed expectations
• We do the right thing - not the easy thing
• We are committed to continuous improvement
• We validate and incorporate new and effective technologies
• We treat every member of the institute with courtesy, dignity, and respectExemptFull-Time EquivalentRequired Attachment(s)Please upload the following documents in the specified section of your application in Workday:<ol><li>A cover letter detailing your experience and career goals;</li><li>A current resume;</li><li>Contact information for three professional/work-related references, to be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant permission.</li></ol>Qualified individuals who meet all qualifications and requirements are encouraged to apply immediately and provide all required attachments to receive full consideration. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATESDRI employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" report within Workday to find and apply for jobs at DRI and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0151021" in the search box.For more detailed information about DRI, please visit us at www.dri.edu. For questions regarding this position or assistance with your application, please email jobs@dri.edu or call the recruiting office at 775-673-7431.Posting Close DateNote to ApplicantApplicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.

The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is a recognized world leader in investigating the effects of natural and human-induced environmental change and advancing technologies aimed at assessing a changing planet. For 60 years, DRI research faculty, students, and staff have applied scientific understanding to support the effective management of natural resources while meeting Nevada's needs for economic diversification and science-based educational opportunities. With more than 400 employees and two main campuses in Reno and Las Vegas, DRI is one of eight institutions in the Nevada System of Higher Education.

Desert Research Institute

Building Technician, Plumber

Alternative Energy

Automation Systems

Background Investigation

Budgeting

Carpentry

Communication Skills

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Construction

Construction Safety

Continuous Improvement

Dewey Decimal Classification

Driver's License

Electrical Components

Electricity

Emergency Services

Energy Management

Environmental Research

Environmental Sciences

Excavation

Expense Management

Facilities and Maintenance

Furniture Moving

HVAC

Higher Education

Home Automation

Identify Issues

Maintenance - Plumbing

Maintenance Services

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

On Call

Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)

Piping

Plumbing

Preventative Maintenance

Procurement Management

Pumps

Remodeling

Safety Standards

Safety Systems

Scientific Research

Solar Power

Soldering

Stewardship

Systems Maintenance

Team Player

Telephone Skills

Variable Speed Drive (VSD)

Vendor/Supplier Management

Welding

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, stand; use hands to ﬁnger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Willingness and ability to attend ACCO and Union training sessions (signatory sponsorship will be provided to non-signatory applicants hired for the position).

OverviewGeneral Description:Under the direction of an assigned System Operations Area Supervisor, this position is responsible for completing startup, testing and commissioning of new HVAC and plumbing systems. Essential/Typical Duties:<ul><li>Startup and mechanical functional testing of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and plumbing equipment.</li><li>Mechanical system commissioning and testing.</li><li>Plumbing system commissioning and testing.</li><li>Complete Startup and commissioning documentation.</li><li>Read and interpret Mechanical and plumbing prints, specifications and other construction contract documents</li><li>Maintain proper documentation of daily activities using project specific reporting procedures</li><li>Collaboration with team members and other construction trades</li><li>Coordinate and communicate effectively with different departments within ACCO</li><li>Mentor and train journeypersons and apprentices</li><li>Ensure projects are completed on schedule </li><li>Confirm company QA/QC protocols are met</li><li>Attend job site meeting and provide input to GC, PM and GF</li><li>Implementation of Safety Department’s protocols</li><li>Implementation of Acco policies and procedures</li><li>Support Area Supervisor with assessing project schedules and manpower requirements</li><li>Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or System Operations Regional Manager.</li></ul>Position Requirements (Skills, Work Experience, Education, Certifications, Licenses, etc.):<ul><li>High school diploma, Certificate of G.E.D, or certificate of completion in an apprenticeship program in HVAC & refrigeration or similar trade or technical program completion.</li><li>Three or more years as a commercial Journeyperson HVAC Technician or equivalent.</li><li>Self-motivated, energetic, ambitious and have a positive attitude.</li><li>Good written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Strong technical and troubleshooting skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and in collaboration with other technicians/team members</li><li>Ability to utilize a personal computer.</li><li>Occasional overtime and weekends will be required</li><li>Willingness and ability to attend ACCO and Union training sessions (signatory sponsorship will be provided to non-signatory applicants hired for the position).</li><li>Valid (non-commercial) driver's license with MVR that meets ACCO's risk insurance standards.</li></ul> Competencies Areas Needed:<ul><li>Strategic Thinking Demonstrates the ability to see the big picture, effectively assesses all aspects of an issue and anticipates several steps ahead. Interprets meaning effectively and applies information appropriately.</li><li>People Skills Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people’s strengths and weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives. Effectively builds teams, attracts and retains talent.</li><li>Communication Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.</li><li>Planning Demonstrates an understanding of all steps necessary to achieve an objective, effectively plans the approach, and properly communicates the plan.</li><li>Execution Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Understands performance metrics and progress tracking. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.</li><li>Decision Making Considers all relevant information and potential outcomes before making sound and timely decisions. Willing and able to make difficult, unbiased decisions under pressure and communicate decisions to those affected. Identifies and resolves the root cause of issues.</li><li>Professionalism Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with the intent for improvement. Is able to take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for his/her actions. Leads by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.</li></ul>Physical Requirements:(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)<ul><li>The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.</li><li>Speciﬁc vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision.</li><li>The auditory/hearing abilities required by the job include the ability to hear customers calling by telephone.</li><li>While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, stand; use hands to ﬁnger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.</li><li>The employee is regularly required to walk and sit. </li><li>The employee is regularly required to use a ladder.</li><li>The employee is regularly required to use construction equipment.</li><li>This individual must be a responsible person and regular attendance is required.</li></ul>Wages: This position is for signatory employees and wages will be in alignment with the current Collective Bargaining Agreements.Wages: This position is for signatory employees and wages will be in alignment with the current Collective Bargaining Agreements.#ACCO#LI-MD1

ACCO Engineered Systems

Foreperson, New Construction Start-Up Commission

Auditory

CDL Driver's License

Commissioning

Construction Equipment

Employee Retention

Establish Priorities

Functional Testing

High School Diploma

Insurance

Leadership

Lift/Move 50 Pounds

Maintenance - HVAC

Mechanical Testing

Mentoring

Operations Management

PC (Personal Computer) Systems

Performance Metrics

Physical Demands

Policy Implementation

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Project Evaluation

Project Schedule

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Refrigeration

Risk

Staff Requirements

Startup

System Operations

System Test

Systems Administration/Management

Team Lead/Manager

Testing

Time Management

Writing Skills

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Willingness and ability to attend ACCO and Union training sessions (signatory sponsorship will be provided to non-signatory applicants hired for the position). While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, stand; use hands to ﬁnger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

OverviewGeneral Description:Under the direction of an assigned System Operations General Manager, this position is responsible for supervising System Operations technicians in the assigned geographical area. Essential/Typical Duties:<ul><li>Recruit, interview and train new employees</li><li>Work in the field with assigned technicians on a routine basis</li><li>Hold monthly safety meetings and enforce safety guidelines and procedures</li><li>Answer technical questions from field mechanics, engineering, PM personnel</li><li>Conduct Site Safety Inspections (SSI’s) on construction site</li><li>Counsel technicians when either Customer relations issues arise or internal Company procedures have not been followed</li><li>Balance workloads to keep appropriate skill level on jobs as needed</li><li>Manage staffing and vacation requests to assure we fulfill project obligations</li><li>Mentor, train and develop future supervisors (succession planning) to meet current and future business needs.</li><li>Coordinate and communicate effectively with different departments within ACCO</li><li>Startup and mechanical functional testing of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and plumbing equipment.</li><li>Mechanical system commissioning and testing. </li><li>Plumbing system commissioning and testing.</li><li>Complete Startup and commissioning documentation.</li><li>Assist Warranty Supervisor with assigning technicians to warranty calls when the warranty technician is not available</li><li>Review field technician startup reports and submit to admin staff</li><li>Read and interpret Mechanical and plumbing prints, specifications and other construction contract documents</li><li>Maintain proper documentation of daily activities using project specific reporting procedures</li><li>Collaboration with team members and other construction trades </li><li>Ensure projects are completed on schedule </li><li>Confirm company QA/QC protocols are met</li><li>Attend job site meeting and provide input to GC, PM and GF</li><li>Implementation of Safety Department’s protocols</li><li>Implementation of Acco policies and procedures</li><li>Support System Operations General Manager with assessing project schedules and manpower requirements</li><li>Other duties as assigned by the System Operations General Manager.</li></ul>Position Requirements (Skills, Work Experience, Education, Certifications, Licenses, etc.):<ul><li>High school diploma, Certificate of G.E.D, or certificate of completion in an apprenticeship program in HVAC & refrigeration, or similar trade or technical program completion.</li><li>Four or more years as a commercial HVAC Journeyperson Technician</li><li>Self-motivated, energetic, ambitious and have a positive attitude.</li><li>Good written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Strong technical and troubleshooting skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and in collaboration with other technicians/team members</li><li>Ability to utilize a personal computer.</li><li>Occasional overtime and weekends will be required</li><li>Willingness and ability to attend ACCO and Union training sessions (signatory sponsorship will be provided to non-signatory applicants hired for the position).</li><li>Valid (non-commercial) driver's license with MVR that meets ACCO's risk insurance standards.</li></ul> Competencies Areas Needed:<ul><li>Strategic Thinking Demonstrates the ability to see the big picture, effectively assesses all aspects of an issue and anticipates several steps ahead. Interprets meaning effectively and applies information appropriately.</li><li>People Skills Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people’s strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives. Effectively builds teams, attracts and retains talent.</li><li>Communication Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.</li><li>Planning Demonstrates an understanding of all steps necessary to achieve an objective, effectively plans the approach, and properly communicates the plan.</li><li>Execution Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Understands performance metrics and progress tracking. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.</li><li>Decision Making Considers all relevant information and potential outcomes before making sound and timely decisions. Willing and able to make difficult and unbiased decisions under pressure and communicates decisions to those affected. Identifies and resolves the root cause of issues.</li><li>Professionalism Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Is able to take direction, accept feedback, and takes full responsibility for his/her actions. Leads by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.</li></ul> Physical Requirements:(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)<ul><li>The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.</li><li>Speciﬁc vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision.</li><li>The auditory/hearing abilities required by the job include the ability to hear customers calling by telephone.</li><li>While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, stand; use hands to ﬁnger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.</li><li>The employee is regularly required to walk and sit.</li><li>The employee is regularly required to use a ladder.</li><li>The employee is regularly required to use construction equipment.</li><li>This individual must be a responsible person and regular attendance is required.</li></ul>Wages: This position is for signatory employees and wages will be in alignment with the current Collective Bargaining Agreements.#ACCO#LI-MD1

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