Mechanic (Multi-Craft Maintenance) - Facilities Planning and Management

Washington University in St. Louis

10d • Onsite

About The Position

With direction from the Zone Manager and Working Supervisor, the Mechanic works with a team of 10-12 multi-craft mechanics to perform routine and emergency multi-craft maintenance tasks for campus facilities. Additionally, the mechanic works closely with internal customers including students, faculty and staff to resolve requested maintenance issues and work orders. Typical craft-specific work includes, but is not limited to, drywall repair/installation, room finish prep/paint, drop ceiling install/repair, window maintenance and repair, re-lamping/replace ballasts, replacing faulty outlets (including GFI), clearing clogged plumbing fixtures and pipes, troubleshooting, repairing/replacing bathroom fixtures, exhaust fan preventive maintenance and replacement, HVAC FCU filter replacement plus general HVAC knowledge of repairs and preventive maintenance, and have the ability to perform minor repairs and adjustments to furniture. Multi-craft maintenance activities will also include working with various plumbing systems, electrical systems, HVAC, paint and carpentry. This position is a member of the collective bargaining unit, Local #148 International Union of Operating Engineers, AFL-CIO.

Requirements

• Education: Vocational Diploma - Specific Trade
• Work Experience: Working In A Particular Craft Or Multi-Craft Position (5 Years)
• Driver's License: A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.
• Must be able to obtain a Missouri Class E Driver’s License by the end of the Probationary period and cannot drive University owned vehicles until Class E Driver’s License is obtained.
• Capable of doing extensive walking, climbing stairs/ladders, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. and other similar physical activity.
• Must be willing to provide one’s own hand tools.

Nice To Haves

• Skills: Air Filters, Commercial HVAC Systems, Communication, Customer Service, Electrical Construction, HVAC Control Systems, HVAC Mechanical, HVAC Systems, Maintenance Repair, Maintenance Services, Maintenance Work, Plumbing, Troubleshooting

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks which will maintain the campus physical facilities in order to support the teaching and research mission of the University.
• Responds to work orders and other requests in a timely, efficient, competent, knowledgeable and friendly manner.
• Participates in the residential life summer make ready process.
• Pro-actively identifies, communicates, prioritizes and addresses needs without direction when appropriate.
• Maintains data per departmental policy.
• Utilizes materials, supplies, tools and other University property in a safe, productive manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees