Mechanic

Position Description

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a world-renowned scientific research organization located on the North Shore of Long Island, is seeking a Mechanic.  The Mechanic installs, repairs, maintains, and operates, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, piping and plumbing systems, power generation and other electromechanical equipment.  Works with little or no supervision.

Position Responsibilities

• Performs routine preventative and corrective maintenance to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on air compressors, vacuum pumps, blowers, electromechanical control systems, and other mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoots and solves routine maintenance problems.
• Learns and becomes proficient in new maintenance skills, attains and employs knowledge regarding common mechanical equipment.
• Has basic knowledge of HVAC systems, compressors, vacuum pumps, generators, piping systems and other mechanical systems.
• Performs other mechanical systems maintenance tasks as directed by the Mechanical Services Manager.

Position Requirements

EDUCATION: 
 

• High school graduate or equivalent

EXPERIENCE: 
 

• 4-6 years’ experience in the area of mechanical systems maintenance and repair.

SKILLS: 
 

• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Requires the ability to perform all tasks associated with the job.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry tools, equipment, and materials associated with the job.
• Requires the ability to utilize BMS on the graphics level, possess basic troubleshooting ability for various mechanical systems,
• Ability to perform basic soldering and brazing techniques, possesses EPA 608 Type II certification.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:
For immediate consideration, candidates should create an account and apply to the position found here: 

Mechanic II | Job Details tab | Career Pages 

 

Position ID: 01336
 
Environment:
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone. We have had researchers with a variety of backgrounds and believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
 
Compensation and Benefits:
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefits sites to learn more. The hourly rate for this role is $29.16-$36.22.   The hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

We strongly encourage you to be vaccinated against COVID 19 however; it is not a requirement for employment.
 
CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor