Job Description

Looking for stability with year-round employment Our Maintenance Mechanic 2 position will provide you with one main job site all tools provided multiple retirement plans health life and long-term disability insurance coverage pre-tax savings opportunities vacation AND sick leave 12 paid holidays assistance with child and elder care a free regional transit pass and active commute support tuition exemption no sales pressure an employee health program work/life balance and more!

UW Facilities manages the Universitys buildings infrastructure and land with more than 1100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management Real Estate Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery Maintenance & Construction Campus Energy Utilities & Operations Building Services Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance repair and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors exteriors and grounds as well as logistics moving and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture.

Position Purpose

• Under the direction of the supervisor and lead perform skilled work in the operation maintenance repair remodeling and construction of buildings grounds machinery facilities and equipment.
• Work involves repair installation and maintenance of physical facilities requiring skilled mechanical and trades work.
• A good working knowledge of several related skill fields such as electrical plumbing carpentry welding and machinist work.
• Work independently in troubleshooting and completing routine corrective and preventive maintenance assignments.
• Repair of buildings facilities and equipment such as windows window blinds and screens doors patching and painting of interior spaces minor plumbing repair masonry repair shelving removal and installation carpentry repairs replace ceiling tiles laminate repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform the following typical tasks:

• • Patch and paint walls

  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on all types of mechanical equipment.

  • Remove repair and replace ceiling tiles

  • Repair windows doors screens floors floor coverings and painted surfaces.

  • Perform journey-level tasks in machinery mechanics such as repair and replacement of drive belts motors etc. on-air handling equipment.

  • Maintain boilers repair kitchen equipment and exhaust fans

  • Adjust door closers

  • Hang shower curtains

  • Hook shower drains

  • Tighten toilet seats

  • Operate various power tools in a skilled manner

  • May assist coordinate and/or work with other trades and journey level personnel

• Perform semi-skilled tasks in multiple trades including electrician and plumbing work.

• • Replace lighting ballasts and lamps.

  • Replace showers heads

  • Repairing leaking faucets

  • Install shower sweeps

• Operate machinery such as forklifts and scissor-lifts.

• Load and unload materials and supplies.

• Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools equipment and personnel to various job sites.

• Keep supervisor informed of project status and work progress required project materials and equipment.

• May instruct semi-skilled workers.

• Communicate and coordinate with other UW Facilities shops to facilitate work.

• Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

• Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures M&C protocols i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP).

• Support all management directives and the vision and values of M&C.

• Participate in and follow through with M&C process improvement initiatives including Balanced Scorecard (BSC) incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation.

• Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled.

• Provide excellent customer service through effective courteous and professional interactions with clients colleagues and the campus community.

• Other duties as required

Core Competencies

• Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.

• Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.

• Anticipate recognize and resolve problems.

• Be responsible and accountable.

• Use organizational skills and provide attention to details.

• Maintain a positive optimistic and success-oriented attitude.

• Exercise professionalism which includes being tactful and courteous.

• Exhibit a professional work ethic.

• Continuously promote a safe work environment.

Education & Experience

Required

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a journey worker OR full-journey status in a union; OR four years applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.

• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators license may be required.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

Desired

• Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) regulations.

• Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products

• Demonstrated successful ability in taking direction working well with others and as a member of a team.

• Demonstrated excellent effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience with preventative maintenance operations.

Conditions of employment

• May be required to accept variable work shift.

• Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety precautions.

• Ability to lift and move heavy material may be required.

• Approved footwear must be provided at the employees expense and worn on the job.

• Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job.

• Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations including but not limited to nonhuman primate areas the Animal Research and Care Facility and the University of Washington Medical Center

• Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

Pay Range Maximum:

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

Temporary or Regular

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

Union/Bargaining Unit:

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.