Equipment Mechanic 2 - Facilities Maintenance Services

Nevada System of Higher Education • Reno, NV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is recruiting for an Equipment Mechanic 2 for the Facilities Maintenance Services (FMS) Department. This position is responsible for equipment repair and maintenance for the department’s fleet.

Requirements

• Completion of a recognized automotive/equipment repair apprenticeship program; OR Completion of the Equipment Mechanic-In-Training program in Nevada State service; OR One (1) year of experience as an Equipment Mechanic 1 in Nevada State Service; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
• Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
• A valid Class “C” driver’s license or higher operator’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
• This position requires a State of Nevada 2G Emission Repairman’s License and a Refrigerant Recovery License within 365 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with a State of Nevada 2G Emission Repairman’s License are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs to electrical, charging, starting, fuel, suspension, engine, transmission, air conditioning, body, brakes, chassis, exhaust, drive axle, and heating and cooling systems
• Perform tune-ups and emissions testing
• Clean and maintain all equipment properly
• Utilize the work order system to record labor
• Stock critical spares and maintain adequate supplies
• Order parts and supplies as needed from approved parts vendors, distributors and dealerships
• Respond to emergency calls for service
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
• Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.
• Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
• The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees