Maintenance Mechanic
Kalamazoo, MI 
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Posted 13 days ago
Job Description
Job Description
Plumbing & Pipefitting:
* Assists Lead Mechanic with studies of building plans and working drawings to determine works aids required and sequence of installation.
* Assists Lead Mechanic in selection of type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
* Plans installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with activities of other workers.
* Assembles and installs variety of metal and nonmetal pipes, tubes and fittings, including iron, steel, copper and plastic.
* Joins pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent and caulks joints.
* Secures pipes to structure with brackets, clamps and hangers.
* Installs hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment such as pumps and cylinders.
* Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe.
* Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors.
* Cuts openings in duct systems, sheet metal, walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
* Cuts and threads pipe.
* Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings and pipes composed of metals, such as iron, steel, brass and nonmetals, such as plastic.
* Fills pipe system with water or air and reads pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking.
* Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers and water softeners.
* Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes and opening clogged drains.
Mechanical:
* Superior ability to analyze and solve mechanical problems at all levels.
* Superior ability to troubleshoot, perform preventative maintenance and repair various mechanical systems.
* Outstanding knowledge of mechanical systems and controls including: HVAC, Boiler and Chiller operation, Pumping devices, Generator functioning, BAS control systems, etc.
* Candidate must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
* Special knowledge and skills - Experience with Sheet metal applications, HVAC, fluid handling/pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems engineering and operation
* Completion of an applicable technical training program is strongly preferred.
* Minimum of five years of applicable working experience in general building repair and maintenance, basic plumbing, and basic electrical with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role
* Must have ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs., use ladders up to 30 ft, possess mechanical and electrical aptitude, and have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
* Ability to comply with both JLL and client-directed Policies & Procedures.
* Successful candidate must be self-motivated who can work independently or on a team.
Candidate must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and internet usage and navigation

Carpentry:
* Ability to read blueprints to determine location and size of structures.
* Selects specified type of materials.
* Assists in layout preparation.
* Erects framework for structures.
* Verifies trueness of structure with plumb bob and carpenter's level.
* Lays out and installs partitions and cabinet work.
* Applies sound-deadening and decorative paneling to ceilings and walls.
* Fits and installs prefabricated window frames, doors, doorframes, weather stripping, interior and exterior trim and finish hardware such as locks and kick plates.
* Erects scaffolding and ladders for work above ground level.
* Lays out reference lines and points for use in computing location and position of metal framing.
* Measures, marks and cuts metal runners, studs and furring channels to specified size.
* Secures metal framing to walls and furring channels to ceilings.
* Measures and marks cutting lines on drywall.
* Scribes cutting lines on drywall and breaks board along cut lines.
* Fits and fastens board into specified position on wall.
* Cuts openings into board for electrical outlets, vents or fixtures.
* Measures, cuts, assembles and installs metal framing and doorways.
* Fits, aligns and hangs doors and installs hardware such as locks and kick plates.
* Mixes ceiling compound by hand or with portable electric mixer and spreads compound over joints between boards.
* Presses paper tape over joint to embed tape into compound and seal joint or tapes joint using mechanical applicator that spreads compound and embeds tape in one operation.
* Spreads and smooth the cementing material over tape to blend joint with wall surface.
* Sands rough spots after cement has dried.
* Fills cracks and holes in walls and ceiling with sealing compound.
* Installs metal molding at corners in lieu of sealant and tape.
* Applies primer to walls and ceiling preparatory to final finishing.
Countersinks nails or screws below surface of wall prior to applying sealing compound.

Electrical:
* Reads blueprints and assists Lead Mechanic with execution of final layout.
* Follows diagrams or blueprints, ensuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings and flooring.
* Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles and installs electrical conduit.
* Pulls wiring through conduit or subfloors in accordance with local building codes.
* Splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads, twisting or soldering wires together and applying tape or terminal caps.
* Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment.
* Installs control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels.
* Connects power cables to equipment, such as an electric motor and installs grounding leads.
* Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components with testing instruments such as a multi-meter.
* Observes function of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation or replacement.
* Repairs faulty equipment or systems.
* Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
* Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables.
* Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers to diagnose malfunction.
* Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches and motors and positions sensing devices.
* Assists in planning layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit and electrical apparatus in buildings.
* Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical components of machines and equipment.

Painting & Wallpapering:
* Smooth surfaces and removes old paint from surfaces to prepare surfaces for painting.
* Fills nail holes, cracks and joints with caulk, putty, plaster or other filler.
* Removes fixtures such as pictures and electric switch-covers from walls prior to painting.
* Spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings and covers surfaces such as baseboards, door frames and windows to protect surfaces during painting.
* Paints surfaces with brushes, spray gun or paint rollers.
* Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level.
* Measures walls and ceiling to compute number and length of strips required to cover surface.
* Sets up pasteboard and erects scaffolding.
* Marks vertical guideline on wall to align first strip.
* Smooth rough spots on walls and ceilings.
* Fills holes and cracks with plaster.
* Removes paint, varnish and grease from surfaces.
* Applies sizing (thin glue) to water
JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

 

Job Summary
Company
JLL
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
5+ years
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