Mech Vehicle S11

Mech Vehicle S11 - Vehicle Mechanic

Ithaca, NY

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

As part of a team of vehicle mechanics responsible for a variety of vehicle mechanic services, perform routine service, repairs and preventative maintenance on the Cornell Fleet vehicles (buses, motor coaches, trucks, vans, cars). Complete major and minor repair work on gas and alternative fuel (natural gas, electric, propane) engines and diesel engines. Work with the Fleet Manager on complex maintenance and repair of buses and motor coaches.

Ours is a values-based organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organization's values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity. IPP employees are required to attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process.

This is an Contract College, union position within the UAW. The starting pay rate is $32.07/hour.

We are a value-based organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organization's values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity. Facilities and Campus Services employees are required to attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process.

We require these qualifications:

• Ability to advocate for individuals from a broad range of backgrounds.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 5 years vehicle mechanic experience with specific experience in air brakes and hydraulic systems diagnosis and repair.

• Must have and maintain a valid US driver's license; may be required to operate a motor vehicle (your own vehicle or Cornell-owned) to travel to/from job sites.

• Have and maintain a commercial driver's license with air brake and passenger endorsement or obtain license within 3 month of hire.

• Have and maintain NYS vehicle inspector's license or obtain one within 3 months of hire.

• Must comply with the regulations of the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Article 19-A of the vehicle and traffic law.

• Knowledge of NYS DOT rules related to buses, vans etc. and record keeping requirements.

• Experience using tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with peers.

• Effective communication skills and customer service skills and be able to deal with customers and fellow workers in a positive manner.

• Ability to utilize time effectively and work steadily and conscientiously.

• Ability to exercise good judgment with respect to vehicle and bus repairs and equipment safety.

• Proficiency using computers and ability to learn new software programs.

• May be required to accept occasional overtime assignments.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

• Required to work flexible hours including weekends to provide vehicle turnaround.

• Must be able to lift and/or move 100 pounds.

• Work requires standing, bending, climbing ladders.

You will be a top candidate with our preferred qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school with certification in automotive or diesel technology.

• Associate's degree in automotive/diesel technology field.

• Experience maintaining buses and motor coaches.

No relocation and visa sponsorship available.

Rewards & Benefits:

Cornell provides great benefits that include educational benefits, access to a plethora of wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, health care options to choose from, generous paid leave provisions: 3 weeks of vacation leave, health and personal leave, 13 holidays (including end of year winter break through New Year's Day), 2 floating holidays, and superior retirement contributions.

Cornell has also been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information click here.

Application Procedure:

Interested parties should submit a resume and cover letter describing qualifications on-line at https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs under staff positions section.

When applying through our system, please remember to attach resume and cover letter in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. In the Experience section of your application, use the 'Drop Files Here' box to manually drag document(s) into your application. For a more detailed description and instructions on how to apply online please click here.