Job Description
Job description
Assistant Mechanic, HVAC (CFC) Back Apply Share
• Requisition no: 541549
• Work type: Full Time
• Location: Morningside
• School/Department: Facilities Operations
• Grade: Assistant Mechanic
• Categories: Facilities/Maint/Trades/RealEs
• Job Type: Support Staff - Union
• Bargaining Unit: TWU - B&G
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Standard Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 7:00AM- 3:30PM
• Building: Morningside Campus
• Salary Range: $28.97- $36.21
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Summary
The Assistant Mechanic works alongside a Mechanic being trained to perform maintenance and repair functions as set forth in the Mechanic job description.
Responsibilities
• The Assistant Mechanic may be required to attend a two-year training and certification program to learn proficiency in mechanical skills to be administered by the University;
• During the training program, Assistant Mechanics will be tested periodically. Completion of all prerequisites in a two-year period will qualify the Assistant Mechanic for advancement to Mechanic at the end of the second year;
• Must become familiar with all applicable building licenses and certifications;
• Must provide current and updated home phone number;
• In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement may be required to respond to any emergency on a 24-hour basis, and may be required to work overtime;
• Assists Mechanic(s) in maintenance and repair functions;
• May perform tasks with minimal supervision as part of job training;
• Delivers tools and materials to job site;
• Sets up and takes down equipment; cleans and stores when work is completed; cleans up job site;
• As per Transport Workers Union, Local 241 collective bargaining agreement responsibilities to include: Repairs and Maintenance, Boiler Room (Excluding Power House), and Preventive Maintenance;
• Perform all related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma, GED and/or the equivalent required.
• Must pass Mechanic Aptitude Test.
• Must be physically fit to do extensive walking, stair climbing, lifting (maximum of 50lbs.), moving heavier objects with assistive devices, and overhead work.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• One year of experience in trades and/or technical discipline
• CFC certification is required
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Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Applications open: Jan 26 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
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Assistant Mechanic, HVAC (CFC) Back Apply Share
• Requisition no: 541549
• Work type: Full Time
• Location: Morningside
• School/Department: Facilities Operations
• Grade: Assistant Mechanic
• Categories: Facilities/Maint/Trades/RealEs
• Job Type: Support Staff - Union
• Bargaining Unit: TWU - B&G
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Standard Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 7:00AM- 3:30PM
• Building: Morningside Campus
• Salary Range: $28.97- $36.21
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Summary
The Assistant Mechanic works alongside a Mechanic being trained to perform maintenance and repair functions as set forth in the Mechanic job description.
Responsibilities
• The Assistant Mechanic may be required to attend a two-year training and certification program to learn proficiency in mechanical skills to be administered by the University;
• During the training program, Assistant Mechanics will be tested periodically. Completion of all prerequisites in a two-year period will qualify the Assistant Mechanic for advancement to Mechanic at the end of the second year;
• Must become familiar with all applicable building licenses and certifications;
• Must provide current and updated home phone number;
• In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement may be required to respond to any emergency on a 24-hour basis, and may be required to work overtime;
• Assists Mechanic(s) in maintenance and repair functions;
• May perform tasks with minimal supervision as part of job training;
• Delivers tools and materials to job site;
• Sets up and takes down equipment; cleans and stores when work is completed; cleans up job site;
• As per Transport Workers Union, Local 241 collective bargaining agreement responsibilities to include: Repairs and Maintenance, Boiler Room (Excluding Power House), and Preventive Maintenance;
• Perform all related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma, GED and/or the equivalent required.
• Must pass Mechanic Aptitude Test.
• Must be physically fit to do extensive walking, stair climbing, lifting (maximum of 50lbs.), moving heavier objects with assistive devices, and overhead work.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• One year of experience in trades and/or technical discipline
• CFC certification is required
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Applications open: Jan 26 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
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