Job Description

Overview

Verizon is seeking a Buildings Equipment Mechanic who is an expert in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building mechanical systems. The role involves ensuring that Verizon's building systems operate at maximum efficiency through maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

  • Starting, operating, repairing and maintaining various types of heating and air conditioning, plumbing, carpentry, locksmith, electrical and other building related systems equipment.
  • Performing major repairs and replacements of mechanical plant equipment.
  • Install, repair and calibrate various makes of pneumatic and/or electric controls required for the operation of equipment and the control of temperature and humidity.
  • Performing inspections and making repairs on equipment/systems as required by company practices and/or regulations/ordinances.
  • Reviewing and interpreting work order requests, operating instructions, diagrams, building plans and mechanical equipment drawings.
  • Following established Verizon safety practices and procedures.
  • Climbing ladders, working aloft, and moving/lifting items generally not exceeding 100 lbs.
  • Performing inspections and making repairs on equipment or systems as required by Verizon practices and/or Federal, State and local regulations and ordinances.
  • Posting current certificates and permits as required.
  • May need to perform additional duties and tasks as required by the Company.

Requirements

  • Two (2) year Associate degree or equivalent certification from a technical or vocational school in ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical work and heating plant operations and maintenance.
  • Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in ventilating and air conditioning, plumbing, electrical work and heating plant operations and maintenance is desired.
  • Universal Technician Certification as designated by EPA regulations-40 CFR Part 82 Subpart H.
  • Valid state driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
  • Must meet safety-related requirements including but not limited to those standards of safety imposed by OSHA, state agencies, manufacturers and/or the company.
  • Medical evaluation is required.
  • Must be able to perform physical requirements of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation, including lifting, carrying and maneuvering heavy equipment weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Must be available to work scheduled tours designated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement and/or the needs of the business.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • Work tour hours are 7am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday (hours may vary). Overtime is as needed by the Company.
  • In this worksite-based role, you'll work onsite at a defined location(s).
  • Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Benefits

Health Insurance
401k
PTO

How this job compares in Fort Washington, PA

Pay in context

At roughly $49/hr, this posting sits about 63% above the $30/hr median for welding jobs across Pennsylvania — toward the top of a $27–$35/hr middle band drawn from 96 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 88% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. Pay that far above local median usually comes attached to something: a harder cert requirement, travel, night shift, or overtime that isn't really optional. Worth establishing which before you accept.

The local market in Fort Washington, PA

Fort Washington, PA is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across Pennsylvania as a whole we're tracking 254 other active welding openings from 158 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across Pennsylvania.

The most active employers in Pennsylvania at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Rhoads Industries (12), Hanwha Philly Shipyard (6), and TradeWorx (6). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Pennsylvania, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Philadelphia at $30/hr and York at $25/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

Similar openings near Fort Washington, PA

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