Building Maintenance Mechanic 2
Building Maintenance Mechanic 2
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Position Title & Department:
4837
The University of San Diego a contemporary and engaged Contemporary Catholic institution was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972 USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any or no religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanitys urgent challenges.
Performs skilled maintenance mechanical duties necessary to maintain all building structures equipment and furnishings on any University property such as repairing/replace thermostats clean and maintain space heaters repair/replace window screens and latches. Make minor repairs to furniture. Performs semiskilled maintenance to space heaters water heaters and fan coil unit heaters cooling and ventilation and refrigeration systems
Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs skilled level tasks related to plumbing electrical carpentry and heating trades in the following categories of work.
- Performs routine repairs on plumbing parts and fixtures. Clear sinks bathtubs toilets sewer and drain lines.
- Performs relamping either on a trouble call referral basis or a part of a scheduled program. Submits reports orally or in writing of progress and status as necessary to ensure proper job accounting and to identify and resolve any problems encountered that may cause delays shutdown or damage.
- Reads and interprets blue prints specifications shop drawings schematics manufacturers specification and other reference material to determine appropriate job requirements and procedures.
- Maintains tools and equipment in good condition. Continually expands knowledge of the trade through appropriate courses seminars publications and contact with others in the trade.
- Works in a neat and orderly manner. Cleans up daily and at the end of a job.
- Works from ladders and lifts as well as in confined spaces and crawl spaces both overhead and under floors
- Other duties as assigned.
- Semiskilled tasks as related to HVAC and refrigeration.
Safety
- Consistently follows and enforces safety practices appropriate to building maintenance and complies with rules and regulations established by the University and governmental agencies;
- Maintains an awareness of the typical hazards of the workplace as well as the special hazards that may be encountered at any University facility location such as biohazards lowgrade radiation and chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm;
- Follows established governmental (local state and federal) procedures for dealing with special hazards; and promptly reports any unusual conditions to the supervisor.
Special Conditions of Employment:
Effective June 1 2023 based on CDC guidance the University strongly encourages all campus members to stay up to date with Influenza and COVID19 vaccination recommendations. For more regarding information USDs COVID19 protocols please visit sandiego/onward.
- Must be able to work assigned hours and may be assigned to work any shift. Employees working in this classification may be designated as essential personnel and subject to occasional overtime call backs and may be required to serve 24/7 oncall rotation.
- Must possess a valid California drivers license and be able to drive University vehicles. May be assigned to work in the vicinity of laboratories where biohazards radioactive or other potentially hazardous substances are stored or used.
- Take University supplied (selfstudy) enrichment courses.
- Must work individually or in teams coordinating assigned work with other groups and departments.
- May be assigned to work at any USD facility/location.
- Assist craft workers from other trades or shops when assigned.
Background check: Successful completion of a preemployment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Substantial knowledge in all of the functional areas.
- Substantial skills at the skilled level in one of the functional areas.
- Skilled in maintenance and repair procedures including preventative maintenance break down repair and troubleshooting.
- Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools typically used in the trade in a safe manner.
- Physical ability to perform indicated tasks. Basic knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.
- Ability to work well in teams or alone.
- Basic ability to read and interpret blueprints shop drawings and diagrams.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of University systems and procedures.
- Knowledge of electricity plumbing carpentry and mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of operations and maintenance of space heaters.
- Knowledge of sheet metal repair and fabrication.
- Ability to work effectively in an environment subject to frequent change in priorities.
- Ability to access input and retrieves information from a computer system for word processing records retrieval and maintenance research and communication purposes;
- Understands the importance of customer service and has the ability to followup as well as communicate to FM and the campus clients.
$22.99 26.19; Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical dental vision a retirement contribution given to you by the University and access to oncampus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer.USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience education and other factors including departmental budget.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week; 7:30 am 4:00 pm
Closing date:Open until filled
Note: External job postings will be up for at least five days. After that time applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobaccofree campus. For more information visit www.sandiego/smokefree.
Employment Type
Full-Time
