Facilities Mechanic I

ArtCenter College of Design • Pasadena, CA

9d • $24 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

ArtCenter College of Design is searching for an experienced Facilities Mechanic I to join our team. Facilities Mechanics are responsible for performing routine tasks in the maintenance, alteration, and repair of all ArtCenter buildings, related facilities, and equipment. This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 4:30 p.m., subject to change with department needs. The position is primarily based at Hillside Campus and will rotate shifts with staff at South Campus. This position is to be performed on-site as a condition of employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 years of experience in maintenance and/or building repair on complex systems
• Possess a valid California Driver License
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to interact with students, faculty, staff, vendors, and contractors.
• Ability and willingness to work in confined spaces, at heights, outdoors, and perform physical work such as moving and relocating objects up to 50 lbs in weight
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and respond to emergency repair situations and campus operational needs as required.
• Working knowledge of work order systems (CMMS)
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work independently or as a team with minimal supervision and effectively follow through on assignments and projects.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing circumstances, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to assess situations and problem solve using own judgment
• Experience using and maintaining basic maintenance equipment, hand tools, and light power tools.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, proper use of hand and power tools, and general building maintenance procedures.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in higher education, healthcare, public sector, or similar institutional environments.
• Training or certifications related to facilities maintenance, building systems, workplace safety, or skilled trades.

Responsibilities

• Provide complete and timely service on assigned tasks and work orders, which are received verbally, written or via electronic devices
• Perform wall restoration and painting projects, including preparatory work for painting projects by washing walls, filling in, or smoothing surfaces, and masking areas
• Safely operate forklift, grounds vehicles, power tools, hand tools, and related landscaping equipment in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Work with Lead Facilities Mechanic to ensure certified technicians, contractors and vendors are contacted for repairs that require higher skilled work
• Pick up and deliver equipment to the appropriate sites, and install equipment
• Install fire extinguishers, bulletin boards, seismic anchoring devices
• Repair bathroom vanity equipment, remove or replace plumbing fixtures such as soap dispensers, toilet seats, bathroom hardware, and water faucet washers
• Repair light fixtures, replace light bulbs and fluorescent ballasts
• Make minor repairs to office furniture and equipment as well as power washing the exterior of clinics
• Repair minor roof leaks
• Repair or replace window, door, or cabinetry hardware. Repair fences and gates
• Clear stoppages in toilets, sinks, and floor drains
• Clean bearings, fan housing, fan compartments, drain pans, and machine rooms
• Clean out sediment traps in waste system
• Clean roof and patio drains
• Follow all College policies including safety protocols
• Perform furniture delivery and setups for events
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• The official salary range for this position is the range posted on the ArtCenter College of Design Careers website. ArtCenter is not responsible for inaccurate or unauthorized salary information published by third-party job boards. Hourly positions are based on a 35 hour work week.
• Final salary is based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED