GENERAL COSTRUCTION And REPAIR MECHANIC at Penn State in Altoona, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

AND REPAIR MECHANIC

Penn State Applied Research Laboratory is searching for a General Construction and Repair
Mechanic to join their team.
Duties include:


Perform a variety of maintenance, construction and renovation operations in and around the
Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) buildings
Perform various carpentry work for construction of partitions, room divisions, enclosures, fit
and hang doors, etc.
Operate a variety of wood working, sheet metal and welding equipment such as power saws,
planers, routers, power planes, brakes, shears and a variety of carpenters hand tools
Perform various masonry work for alterations, improvements, air conditioning equipment
installation and specialized equipment relocation or installation
Mix concrete for machine bed construction and for various building construction operations
Set, level and align machines and equipment
Repair, relay or install new floors of concrete, wood blocks, tile, etc.
Repair or improve roof surfacing, rain gutters, etc.
Repair and install locks on doors, cabinets, security files, safes, etc., including high-security
locks
Coordinate installations of security monitoring devices with vendors
Maintain keying system for all ARL facilities; set up cores and keys using ARL pinning index; cut
keys to match cores; install cores. Install laboratory equipment such as cabinets, tops, hoods,
etc.
Interpret work orders, drawings, and blueprints; determine materials needed; order and/or
purchase materials; plan and lay out work in proper sequence
Direct the work of student helpers or laborers, as assigned by supervisor
Drive department vehicle as required
Perform other duties related or similar to the type described above






















Job Requirements: Requires the use of advanced shop mathematics, together with the use of
complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, handbook formulas, all varieties of adjustable
measuring instruments and the use of broad training in a recognized trade or craft. Equivalent to a
complete accredited, indentured apprenticeship or equivalent to high school plus a 2-year technical
college education. Over 3 years up to and including 5 years of effective experience. U.S. citizenship
required.

Work Schedule: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Days Off: Saturday, Sunday
Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen
to apply.

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES THAT YOU OPERATE A MOTOR VEHICLE AS A PART OF YOUR
JOB DUTIES. A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE AND SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE
RECORDS CHECK WILL BE REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO STANDARD BACKGROUND CHECKS.

Apply at Penn State Careers site: https://tinyurl.com/yzp9w67a

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics
Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual
Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning
campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of
crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the
University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University
policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing
employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable
to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.


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