HVP Senior Mechanic

Position Details

This role will perform highly skilled inspections, service, repairs and maintenance of 30-600 Horse Power boilers. Provide dig safe activities to main utility lines to avoid unsafe excavation that could have catastrophic results. Assist in managing boiler and utility renovation projects and act as a liaison with contractors, engineers and UVM project team. Obtain permits from State and local jurisdictions for projects. Assist authorities having jurisdiction with inspections as well as insurance representatives on all A.S.M.E. pressure vessels within area of operation. Provide highly skilled heating and plumbing system repairs, service and preventative maintenance. Functional supervision of other employees as well as contractors performing utility work. Assist contractors with maintaining system levels for the boiler system chemical treatment program. Provide emergency service on high pressure steam systems. Access information utilizing computers. Promote a work place that encourages safety within the field and in the shop. Operate a University vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

• A High School Diploma
• Vermont Master Plumber’s License
• Five years of experience with license in plumbing/heating system maintenance/repair and commercial boilers
• Demonstrated proficiency in two or more skilled trades (such as electrical, HVAC, controls and/or chemical treatment)
• ASME Welding Certification
• Vermont Pipe Fitter Certification
• Vermont Natural Gas Certification
• Vermont Fuel Oil Burning Installer (NORA Silver)
• Backflow Prevention Certification
• Computer skills
• Valid driver’s license and driver check required
• Comfortable in confined spaces and at heights
• Specific physical requirements may apply based on job functions
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing specific job tasks
• Initial employment contingent upon successful completion of background check and physical screening

Desirable Qualifications

• N/A

Anticipated Pay Range

$36.00-$40.00/hour

Other Information

• N/A

Special Conditions

• A probationary period may be required
• Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime)
• This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions
• Background Check required for this position
• A post-offer pre-employment (POPE test) physical examination is required

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Union Position

Yes, UE ($18.50 minimum hourly rate)

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Open Date

06/02/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

N/A

Open Until Filled

No

How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

UVM Employment Web Site

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application