Aztec Student Union Building Services Assistant

San Diego State University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 20,173 - 28,731; Part time

Job summary

San Diego State University is looking for a part-time Aztec Student Union Building Services Assistant to perform repairs and maintenance tasks under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Facilities. This role involves basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, as well as maintaining cleanliness. The ideal candidate must be currently enrolled at SDSU and eligible to work in the United States.

This position requires up to 20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Students must be enrolled at least half-time at SDSU.
• International students must have full-time enrollment at SDSU.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic/minor repairs and maintenance on systems.
• Assist with cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Respond to maintenance work order requests.

Skills

Basic knowledge of hand and power tools

Basic carpentry and painting skills

Strong organizational skills

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate in English

Education

Enrollment at SDSU (6 units undergraduate; 3 units graduate)

Good academic standing

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Aztec Student Union Building Services Assistant

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Facilities, and following direction from the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union Building Engineers and the Maintenance Leads, the Maintenance Assistant performs basic/minor repairs and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems; replaces light bulbs/lamps on the interior and exterior; performs basic carpentry and painting; repairs building fixtures, furniture, and equipment; assists with maintaining the vegetative roof and courtyard fountain; and helps ensure building cleanliness. The assistant supports the implementation of sustainable operations in the LEED Platinum Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Primary Functions

• Check equipment and annotate logs of facility systems
• Assist with cleaning, preventive maintenance and repairs of building fixtures and equipment
• Assist in making minor repairs, including changing filters, light bulbs/lamps, and repairing mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment
• Assist with light custodial and cleaning tasks; assist with moving, relocating and setting up furniture, fixtures and equipment
• Respond to maintenance work order requests
• Maintain stock material and supply inventories
• Perform other maintenance, custodial and administrative tasks as assigned

Customer Service and Collaboration

• Establish and maintain working relationships with various A.S. and University departments

Safety

• Ensure all operations prioritize safety of staff and customers and comply with safety policies
• Adhere to Associated Students' Code of Safe Practices
• Report accidents to supervisor, complete required documentation, and forward to supervisor
• Report maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment immediately

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Students must be enrolled at least half-time at SDSU (6 units undergraduate; 3 units graduate)
• International students must have full-time enrollment at SDSU (12 units undergraduate; 6 units graduate)
• Global Campus units do not meet the SDSU unit requirements
• Must be in good academic standing
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Experience

• Basic knowledge and experience with hand tools and power tools, and basic experience with carpentry and painting preferred

Training Requirements

• Anti-Harassment training (must be completed within 30 days of hire)
• Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Training (must be completed within 30 days of hire)
• Gender Awareness Training (must be completed within 30 days of hire)
• Back Injury Prevention, Blood Borne Pathogens, Safety Compressed Gas, Safety Confined-Space Entry, Ladder & Scaffolding Safety, Lock-Out/Tag-out, CPR Academic, Driving Safety, Building Evacuations and Emergencies, Combustible and Flammable liquids, HASMAT Spill Prevention & Control, Indoor Air Quality, General Construction Safety, Hand and Power Tool Safety, Hazard Communication, Fire Extinguisher Safety, Personal Protective Equipment Training

Performance Expectations

• Ability to quickly adapt and learn new skills for the position
• Maintain positive working relationships with staff and customers
• Exercise tact and exhibit sound judgment
• Follow oral and written directions and complete projects to completion

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Good interpersonal skills; ability to relate and communicate effectively with a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, colleagues and guests
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong English language skills, ability to read, write and verbally communicate at appropriate level
• Ability to operate a computer and learn new software programs

Schedule & Working Conditions

This is a part-time position. Must be able to work up to 20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends; schedules vary according to business needs.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily indoors with adequate lighting and temperature. May involve exposure to distracting/uncomfortable noise levels. Work may be inside and outside the building in various weather conditions.

Physical Demands

Physical requirements include walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, working in confined spaces, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying loads. May involve exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, cold, heat, noise, vibrations and dampness.

Relationships

Inside the Organization

• Reports directly to the Student Union Assistant Director of Facilities
• Receives direction from Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union Building Engineers and Maintenance Leads

Outside the Organization

• Interacts with various vendors and University organizations

Employment Category

Range I, Step I - Starting Rate: $17.75 per hour. Background check, including a criminal records check, must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered the position.