Job Summary

Maintenance Mechanics. The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated payrates based on their business need and budget. There are currently 6 positions available across multiple districts.

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Maintenance Mechanic, I

Perform maintenance and repair tasks on a variety of equipment and machinery. Requires little to no related experience. This is an Entry-Level position in the Support track.

Maintenance Mechanic, II

Perform maintenance and repair tasks on a variety of equipment and machinery. Requires at least 1 year of related experience. This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track.

Maintenance Mechanic, III

Perform maintenance and repair tasks on a variety of equipment and machinery. Requires 3+ years of related experience. This is a Skilled Level position in the Support track.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Responds to trouble calls from building occupants and computer alarms.
2. Monitor building automation systems (BAS) and respond to system alerts and failures.
3. Reviews alarm summaries and makes building system adjustments on the Building Automation Systems.
4. Documents daily building system problems.
5. Utilize work management system software to maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
6. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on building HVAC equipment such as: chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, VAV boxes, fan coil units, and air handler units.
7. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on building electrical systems such as: motors, VFDs, ATS, lighting, controls, and generators.
8. Use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve system inefficiencies.
9. Actively step up and provide suggestions and recommendations on repairing or replacing aging equipment and assets.
10. Assist in the installation and commissioning of new mechanical systems and equipment.
11. Coordinate with contractors and vendors during construction or renovation projects.
12. Fosters an environment of teamwork and growth within the department.
13. Work collaboratively with individuals internal and external to the department.
14. Adhere to OSHA, state, and University safety protocols in all maintenance activities.
15. Participate in ongoing training and certification programs.
16. This position is considered ‘critical staff' and is expected to participate in emergency management.
17. This position will participate in a 24/7 on call rotation, and is responsible for both employee's safety and facilities day and night when assigned on-call duty.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience.