Housing Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

Working Title:Housing Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

Classification Title:Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

Posting Details

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled):Wednesday July 15 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Hiring Preference
Not Applicable

Position Summary

Under general supervision the Housing Facilities Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the full range of journey-level hardscape work and general facility work. The incumbent will perform a variety of maintenance and construction work on facilities systems equipment structures and fixtures within University Housing.

FLSA:Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range:$5355 per month (Step 1) - $5796 per month (Step 5)

CSU Classification Salary Range: $5355 per month (Step 1) -$7801 per month (Step 20)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

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Salary Grade/Range:1

Recruitment Type:Regular (Probationary)

Time Base:Full-Time

Work Hours:Monday - Friday 12:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Position works on-site.

Department Information

Facilities Management is the steward for the University buildings infrastructure grounds and landscape. We perform maintenance and renovation to facilities; plan and manage new building construction; support the Redefine the Possible initiative through our commitment to building a welcoming campus and by creating a dynamic physical environment for students faculty staff and the community. Facilities Management takes pride in being the stewards of Sacramento State Campus capital assets and invites you to join the dynamic team! For more information visit Qualifications

Knowledge:
Work requires thorough knowledge of the methods materials equipment and tools used in one skilled trade area; working knowledge of materials methods equipment and tools in related trade areas pertaining to facilities systems construction and renovation; thorough knowledge of generally accepted trade practices in trade specialty; working knowledge of computerized maintenance and building automation systems; working knowledge of applicable building and safety codes and regulations related to facilities systems and renovations.

Abilities:
Must be able to demonstrate journey-level skill in one trade and strong skills in other applicable trades; operate construction and related equipment; use considerable judgment and discretion in performing duties; read interpret and work from blueprints plans drawings and specifications; make rough sketches; estimate cost time and materials of maintenance repair and renovation work; maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems; prepare standard reports; provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; analyze and respond to emergency situations; read and write at a level appropriate to the position; and perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position.

Experience:
These abilities normally would be acquired through four years of increasingly responsible experience leading to journey-level skills in a mechanical or facilities/building trade or any equivalent combination of training and experience as a facilities and systems mechanic which demonstrates the achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of an applicable apprenticeship program.

RequiredQualifications

Experience:

1. Demonstrated expertise in areas of construction/maintenance.
2. Four or more years journey-level experience in the operation maintenance and repair of concrete/hardscape systems.
3. Completion of an apprenticeship program or experience equivalent leading to a journey-level concrete/hardscape tradesman.
4. Experience using computerized maintenance management systems

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

1. Demonstrated knowledge of applicable building and safety codes and regulations related to concrete/hardscape trade and general construction related to facilities systems and renovations.
2. Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide excellent customer service in a diverse working environment.
3. Ability to work professionally cooperatively and safely with a variety of customers and environments.
4. Ability to use standard office equipment (e.g. desktop computer) standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Acrobat Reader) and the internet.
5. Have certification or willing to become asbestos abatement certified.
6. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty students staff and members of the community.

Licenses:

• Possession of a valid drivers license and maintenance of a good driving record.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position including the ability to safely move a minimum of 50 pounds in a variety of work environments (i.e. confined spaces around mechanical devices etc.)

Conditions of Employment:

• Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

PreferredQualifications

1. Knowledge and experience in concrete asphalt and hardscape installation and repair.
2. Ability to operate heavy equipment.
3. Knowledge of ADA access requirements.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Possession of a valid drivers license and maintenance of a good driving record.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

Applicants will respond to the following supplemental question:

• A valid drivers license and maintenance of a good driving record is a requirement for this position. If selected for this position would you be able to provide this documentation
• This position works Monday - Friday 12:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and works on-site. If selected for this position are you able to abide by this schedule

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300-acre campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the Farm-to-Fork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region throughout California across the nation and around the world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As Californias capital university we transform lives by preparing students to lead serve and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming caring and inclusive leader in education innovation and engagement. As the regional hub of higher education Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching research scholarship and creative activity; justice diversity equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement and wellness and safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty staff students and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities life experiences and perspectives that enrich our community teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit the Why Sac State page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender identity/expression sexual orientation pregnancy genetic information medical condition marital status veteran status or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process visit University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination sexual harassment sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees visit Clery Campus Safety ActNotification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements emergency preparedness and evacuation information crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics ofCleryAct crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at .

Under the Clery Act this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1 2022 theCSU Out-of-State Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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