General Maintenance Mechanic (Residential Facilities- Tempe campus)

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Management, Residential Facilities, seeks a General Maintenance Mechanic to perform maintenance work in the residence halls. The position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require work at other campus locations based on program need. The role serves as a certified trades worker in an area of specialty to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems. It is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; it may also require a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and emergency response, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The position requires working in and out of private residences while communicating with occupants, using hand tools and equipment, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and working from ladders, scaffolding, and single-person lifts up to 40 feet. The employee may encounter hazardous tools and equipment and must follow applicable safety precautions and procedures. Driving university vehicles and work at other campus locations may be required. A valid Arizona Class D driver’s license is required upon employment and must be maintained; the selected candidate must have an acceptable driving record, defined as five or fewer points during the most recent 39-month period. Employment is contingent on successful background and fingerprint checks. The position is safety/security sensitive. ASU’s Facilities Development and Management maintains and services university-owned property and develops and constructs facilities. The position requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States; ASU will not sponsor the role. The position remains open until filled.

Requirements

High school diploma and two years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training that provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Arizona driver’s license, minimum Class D, upon employment and maintained throughout employment; acceptable driving record of five or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.
Current eligibility to legally work in the United States; the employer will not sponsor this position.
Successful completion of required background and fingerprint checks.
Ability to lift, bend, and carry up to 50 pounds and work from ladders, scaffolding, and single-person lifts up to 40 feet.
Ability to follow safety precautions and procedures when working with potentially hazardous tools and equipment.
Ability to work a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and respond to emergencies, including nights, weekends, and holidays, if required.
Ability to work at the Tempe campus and other campus locations based on program need.

Nice To Haves

Two years of general maintenance and repair experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education providing comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Experience with work order systems such as TMA.
Experience in plumbing installation, repair, or maintenance.
Experience in electrical troubleshooting, repair, or maintenance.
Experience in carpentry repair or maintenance.
Experience in HVAC troubleshooting, repair, or maintenance.
Experience in swimming pool maintenance or repair.
Customer service experience.
Basic computer usage skills.
Experience working on locks, doors, and exit devices.
Evidence of effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair lighting, ballasts, switches, receptacles, sockets, tombstones, and diffusers, including 277-volt lighting.
Troubleshoot electrical issues using multimeters, volt detectors, and circuit tracers; replace damaged or worn outlets, including ground-fault circuit interrupters.
Repair and maintain plumbing in restrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, drinking fountains, and other facilities.
Maintain and rebuild water closet and urinal flushometers, and various faucets and under-sink supplies.
Clear drain clogs and stoppages; maintain restroom toilet and urinal partitions and replace related hardware.
Maintain and adjust automatic door closers; perform preventative maintenance on interior and exterior doors and replace door hardware, weather stripping, smoke seals, and door sweeps.
Repair or replace various types of flooring and damaged suspended ceiling systems and tiles.
Perform small drywall repairs, including paint touch-ups.
Replace air filters, clean coils with a coil comb and flush them, and replace thermostats and sensors.
Respond first to elevator trouble calls and perform basic troubleshooting of elevator door problems.
Perform swimming pool maintenance.
Use hand tools, power tools, and other equipment needed for assigned maintenance work.
Maintain daily logs and records using computers or tablets.
Interact effectively with customers and students, communicate clearly, and contribute to team goals.

Benefits

22 days of accrued vacation leave annually.
12 days of accrued sick leave annually.
10 paid holidays annually for staff.
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance.
Retirement program including the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Paid time for volunteer activities and professional development.
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
Disability and leave program for income protection.
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services.
Discounts to ASU sports and events and discounts through ASU partnerships.