"Maintenance Mechanic"

Job Details

DepartmentHousing & Residence LifeCompensation$18.67 to Negotiable Hourly

This is skilled trades work in plumbing, electrical & air conditioning equipment installation, maintenance & repair. This position requires a positive, self-motivated person with excellent interpersonal communication skills, willing to work in an environment requiring strong emphasis on providing superior customer service in conformance with the University’s mission and values. Housing and Residence Life is an integral part of the Division of Student Affairs, and as such, is measured by its ability to successfully interact with students and to assist in their individual needs and concerns. To this end, the Maintenance Mechanic will often be required to demonstrate a caring and patient attitude, utilize conflict resolution skills, and to ensure that every effort is made to create satisfied students.

The Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for all maintenance related tasks and all other duties as assigned. This includes completion of work orders and the following trades:

• 20% – Plumbing
  • Install/maintain/alters/repair sinks, faucets, showers, toilets, urinals, drinking fountains, hot water heaters, valves, etc
  • Install/repair galvanized, PVC, CPVC & copper pipes for potable water supplies & hot/cold water supply lines for fixtures
  • Use proper pipe connection procedures, such as soldering copper pipes & fittings & check for leaks
  • Unstop/repair/replace sanitary drain lines
  • Operate electric drain routing machine to open drain lines
• 20% – Electric
  • Install/maintain/alter/repair electrical systems (under & above ground), conduit (underground, exterior & interior), external light fixtures & poles (roadway, parking lot, sidewalk & building), interior light fixtures, power appliances, light machinery, electrical controls (switches, breakers, fuses & panel boxes), transformers, outlets, computer & telephone cables & circuits, etc
  • Replace ballasts & bulbs in light fixtures
  • Troubleshoot/repair power & lighting circuits
• 20% – Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Work
  • Install/maintain/adjust campus refrigeration air conditioning, heating & ventilation equipment & duct work
  • Evacuate/recharge air conditioning systems with refrigerants
  • Remove/overhaul/replace compressors, condensers, etc
  • Inform supervisor of repair parts & materials needed to be requisitioned
• 20% – Preventive Maintenance Work
  • Inspect/clean/replace filters for HVAC units in compliance with EPA certification
  • Lubricate electric motors
  • Inspect campus emergency generators, make minor field adjustments & report major malfunctions
  • Check all elevators
• 20% – Equipment Operation & Maintenance
  • Possess the ability to properly & safely operate equipment
  • Check all equipment & vehicles
  • Follow all established & recommended procedures for the safe & effective operation of equipment
• Follow Safety Guidelines & Maintenance
  • Adhere to federal, state, local, campus & departmental safety regulations during the performance of assigned duties
  • Stay alert for safety violations by other employees that may injure those employees, this employee, or other persons in the area
  • Report all unsafe situations immediately to supervisor or higher authority
  • Take immediate action to personally stop unsafe acts if delay to inform supervisor may allow accident to occur

This position is designated as a Tier 2 respondent for designated campus emergencies and events. In this event of a declared campus emergency, the position incumbent will make every effort to return to campus when directed.

Required QualificationsStatement(s) of UnderstandingThis position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX CoordinatorEqual Opportunity The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.Carnegie UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.