General Maintenance Mechanic (Downtown Phoenix campus)
Arizona State University
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Arizona State University seeks General Maintenance Mechanics for the Downtown Phoenix campus, performing general maintenance of university buildings.
This role may require working at other ASU campus locations based on program needs; schedule Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm with driving as needed.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant maintenance experience.
- Experience in electrical, plumbing and carpentry maintenance in large facilities.
- Ability to read and respond to maintenance requests via TMA system.
Responsibilities
- Maintenance and repair of lighting, switches, receptacles and related components.
- Electrical troubleshooting using meters and detectors.
- Plumbing repair and maintenance for restrooms, labs and kitchens.
- Carpentry maintenance including doors, flooring and ceiling systems.
- Use of hand and power tools, maintain logs and respond to maintenance requests.
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Skilled Crafts and Trade Assistant 2 Non-Exempt
Skilled Crafts and Trade
Full time
High School Diploma and two-years (2) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Serves as a certified trades worker in an area of specialty to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems.
Facilities Management, Downtown Phoenix campus, seeks General Maintenance Mechanics with maintenance backgrounds in institutional, commercial/industrial general maintenance settings to perform general maintenance of university buildings.
This position is based on the ASU Downtown Phoenix campus, however it may require working at other ASU campus locations based on program need.
- Maintenance and repair of lighting, ballast, lighting switches, and receptacles, sockets, and diffusers
- Perform electrical troubleshooting utilizing multi-meters/volt detectors and circuit tracers.
- Plumbing repair and maintenance of public restrooms, labs, kitchens, etc.
- Maintain and re-build water closet flushometers, urinal flushometers, and multiple types and brands of faucets and under sink supplies.
- Clear all types of drain clogs and stoppages.
- Maintain public restroom toilet and urinal partitions and replacement of related hardware of partitions.
- Maintenance and adjustment of auto door closers.
- Interior and exterior door preventative maintenance and replacement of door hardware such as flush bolts, push/pull handles, kick plates, door strikes, hinges, closers, weather stripping, smoke seals, door sweeps.
- Repair and replacement of several diverse types of flooring.
- Maintenance and replacement of damaged suspended ceiling systems and ceiling tiles.
- Small drywall repairs, including paint touch-up of drywall repairs.
- First response to elevator trouble calls and performing basic troubleshooting of elevator door problems.
- Utilize electronic work order systems (TMA) in response to maintenance requests
- Utilize various specific hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
- Maintain daily logs/records with the use of computers/tablets.
- Interact effectively with customers and students of diverse backgrounds.
- Work within a team environment and contribute to team goals.
Monday-Friday, 7:30am- 4:00pm
This position is based on the ASU Downtown Phoenix campus but may require working at other ASU campus locations based on department needs.
$21.49 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the state of Arizona.
- Must have two years of general maintenance and repair experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
- Experience working in a maintenance capacity in hospitals/schools/large manufacturing and/or commercial/industrial facilities
- Experience in electrical maintenance and repair of hospitals, schools, or large manufacturing and/or commercial/industrial facilities
- Experience in 120/277v electrical maintenance and repair
- Experience in plumbing maintenance and repair of hospitals, schools, or large manufacturing and/or commercial/industrial facilities
- Experience in carpentry maintenance and repair of hospitals, schools, or large manufacturing and/or commercial/industrial facilities
- Experience using electronic work order systems (TMA) in response to maintenance requests
- Evidence of effective communication skills to perform essential functions.
- Drive University vehicles
- Maintain written daily logs/records
- Utilize specific hand tools and equipment related to essential duties
- Stand, lift, bend, stoop, kneel to work under sink
- Work off ladders, scaffolding, single man lifts up to 40 feet
- Wear personal protective equipment (safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, respirator)
- Work with team members, prioritize assignments, work within guidelines
Looking For An Employer That Offers You Solid Growth Opportunities, As Well As An Inclusive Culture And Work/life Balance? ASU Offers The Following
- Flexible work schedules
- 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
- Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
- Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits
- Retirement program designed to promote long‑term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
- Paid time for volunteer and professional development
- Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
- Disability and leave program for income protection
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
- ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships
ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.
Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.
This position is based on the ASU Downtown Phoenix campus, however it may require working at other ASU campus locations based on program need.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post‑offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.
Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment respiratory clearance questionnaire and respirator fit test as a condition of employment.
This position requires working a rotating on‑call/stand‑by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Driving is not required for this position.
Campus: Tempe
No Federal Funding
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
ASU conducts pre‑employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
A fingerprint check is not required for this position.
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