Facilities Mechanic - Building

environment. No matter what your role, you will join more than 2,600+ H&HS team members who understand that our motto Hospitality First! means that a warm, gracious attitude makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve. AMAZING BENEFITS Starting Day One! Position Summary Under the general supervision of the Department Manager and the Supervisor/Lead, incumbent is responsible for providing support to properties managed by UCLA Housing & Hospitality Services. The Facilities Mechanic will perform semi-skilled tasks, not requiring a licensed technician, involving the installation, removal, diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance, of various parts, equipment, and assemblies, on a regular and continuous basis. Required skills will include knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, doors and windows, building hardware appliances, floor and ceiling systems, roofing, and basic construction methods. Experience in the use of building and maintenance, parts and materials, and standard hand and power tools is required. The position is physically demanding and the necessity to work varying and sometimes extended hours under difficult conditions should be expected. The ability to read, write, and speak English, to prepare forms and paperwork associated with the various tasks, to operate a personal computer, and to drive a car or small truck are also required. Salary & Compensation *UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications 2 years experience in performing semi-skilled plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry repairs. (Required) Working knowledge of card key door locks and their operating systems. Ability to use a portable programmer to find and solve problems. Strong knowledge of building materials, and equipment. (Required) Working knowledge of: plumbing fixtures and procedures, basic electric theory, wiring, and 120/208v electrical systems, basic electric theory, wiring, and low-voltage 12v/24v electrical systems, mechanical equipment including motors, fans, heaters, air conditioners, and controls. (Required) Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to properly carry out job duties and communicate. Ability to read and understand all applicable policies, procedures, and rules. (Required) Ability to read, interpret, and understand architectural plans and specifications. (Required) Ability to select appropriate tools for each task assigned and to use these tools properly and safely. Knowledge and skill in operating all hand and power tools standard to the maintenance and construction trades. (Required) Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision. Capable of properly prioritizing assignments and able make appropriate adjustments when there are changes in workload or competing deadlines. (Required) Knowledge of safety standards and safe working practices. (Required) Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with staff, management, students, residents, guests, and contractors. (Required) Experience with basic computer software including Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel. Knowledge of basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, plus the ability to understand fractions, decimals and percentages. The ability to compute basic formulas such area calculations. (Required) Must be able to work various shifts, including nights and weekends, on a regular basis. Available to work overtime including nights and weekends. (Required) Ability to stand, walk, crawl, climb, stoop, push, pull, and crouch for extended periods. Able to repeatedly raise or lower objects weighing up to 50 lbs from the floor to waist high and rotate upper torso. Ability to lift material and parts, up to 50 pounds, from shoulder to above head while standing on a ladder. Ability to work in dirty and noisy conditions, in wet or humid weather and in fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures. Capable of distinguishing different colors. (Required) Ability to drive a truck and/or electrical cart. (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired. Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination. Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record. Color Vision Testing Back-lifting Exam (Required) Schedule Tuesday-Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Union/Policy Covered K4-Skilled Crafts-UCLA Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Facilities%20Mechanic%20(MI-DPT317000-JC008217-PD168444)