Maintenance Mechanic 2 - Academic

Western Washington U; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 2 to perform maintenance and repair across carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical trades. The role supports Academic Maintenance, responds to after-hours emergencies, and ensures safe, reliable facilities.

Responsibilities include repairing machinery, adjusting systems, replacing worn parts, performing preventive maintenance, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of journey-level experience in a skilled mechanical trade in a commercial, institutional, or industrial setting.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and technical information.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally, and through diagrams or other visual means.
• Demonstrated ability to safely use and maintain hand and power tools related to the trade.
• Experience working in occupied and sensitive environments, including offices, classrooms, residence halls, and restrooms.
• Valid driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one before employment, to operate state-owned vehicles.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong technical aptitude and accurate recordkeeping skills.
• Proficiency with computer hardware and software used for work order tracking and timekeeping.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet project deadlines.
• Willingness to obtain asbestos abatement certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair duties in carpentry, painting, plumbing, mechanical and electrical trades.
• Repair and maintain machinery and equipment per diagrams, manuals, and instructions.
• Observe and adjust mechanical devices to ensure proper operation.
• Dismantle machines for servicing and replace parts as needed.
• Lubricate and clean pumps, motors, and related equipment.
• Replace defective fixtures and components in buildings.
• Perform preventative maintenance and respond to after-hours callouts as needed.
• Troubleshoot building envelope, mechanical, plumbing and HVAC systems.

Skills

Reading & following instructions

Written & verbal communication

Hand & power tools

Safety & records

Independent work

Computer literacy (work orders/time)

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking & deadlines

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

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Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range. The city lies 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia. Western has additional sites in Anacortes, Bremerton, Everett, Port Angeles, and Poulsbo. Western is recognized nationally for its successes, such as being named one of the top public master's-granting institutions in the Pacific Northwest for 25 years in a row by U.S. News & World Report.

Western Washington University is committed to achieving excellence through advancing inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and based on innovative scholarship, research, and creative activity. Western's greatest strength is the outstanding students, faculty, staff, and alumni/ae who make up its community. Western supports an inclusive governance structure for all and provides a learning and working environment in which everyone can thrive. In pursuit of this excellence, individual employees are expected to establish and maintain productive and effective inclusive working relationships amongst diverse populations including staff, faculty, administration, student, and external constituents. Further, individual employees are expected to have the ability to operationalize sustainability concepts (economic, societal, environmental) into all aspects of performing their job duties.

About the Department Facilities Development & Operations supports Western's mission , which states that together with our students, staff, and faculty, we are committed to making a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement. We encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse experiences interested in this opportunity.

About the Position

The Maintenance Mechanic 2 safely performs a variety of maintenance and repair duties, including repairing, replacing, and installing components in the carpentry, painting, plumbing, mechanical and electrical trades. The position also performs skilled preventive maintenance and repair work to ensure facilities remain safe and operational. In addition, this role supports Academic Maintenance by completing related duties as assigned. The Maintenance Mechanic 2 must be available to respond to after-hours emergency callouts when needed.

Duties include:

Preform mechanical, electrical, plumbing and carpentry general maintenance activities:

• Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operating manuals, manufacturers' specifications, or supervisor(s) instructions, using hand and power tools, precision measuring or testing devices. Responsible for complete maintenance of area of assignment.
• Observe and adjust a wide variety of mechanical machines and devices in operation to assure proper operation, including pumps, motors, conveyors, compressors and building equipment.
• Dismantle machines and devices for servicing, repair, or replacement of parts.
• Adjust devices, instruments, belts, etc.
• Lubricate and clean pumps, motors, fans, machinery equipment, and operating hardware.
• Repair or replace damaged or defective soap, towel and tissue dispensers, mirrors, etc.
• Replace or clean filters on air handler units.
• Replace washers packing, or parts on faucets, flushometers, valves, traps, etc.
• Clear stoppages in sanitary or storm drainage systems using plumber's snake, vacuum or manual plungers.
• Replace gaskets and seals on water coolers and other equipment.
• Replace defective bulbs, ballast, sets, switches, fuses, and receptacles in buildings or on the exterior areas of the University.
• Regulate steam or hot water equipment in mechanical rooms, offices, Academic areas, etc. Adjust valves, thermostats, and dampers.
• Perform laboring or other semi-skilled duties including drilling, digging, minor roof repair or cleaning of roof gutters, replacement of missing floor or ceiling tile.
• Perform cleaning services to mechanical rooms, tunnel systems, FM vehicles, and shop space.
• May perform test procedures for water quality and chemical content in heating and cooling systems, fountains,
• Replace and/or repair lecture hall seating and tables.
• Assist tradesmen when directed.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspectional duties where directed; may perform minor supervisor duties and support where assigned.
• Perform other appropriate duties.
• Troubleshoot building envelope, mechanical, plumbing and HVAC systems.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of journey-level experience in a skilled mechanical trade, such as mechanic, plumber, electrician, or HVAC technician, in a commercial, institutional, or industrial setting.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and technical information.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally, and through diagrams or other visual means.
• Demonstrated ability to safely use and maintain hand and power tools related to the trade.
• Experience working in occupied and sensitive environments, including offices, classrooms, residence halls, and restrooms.
• Valid driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one before employment, to operate state-owned vehicles.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong technical aptitude and accurate recordkeeping skills.
• Proficiency with computer hardware and software used for work order tracking and timekeeping.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in residential and commercial building maintenance.
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience operating and maintaining commercial, institutional, or industrial facilities, grounds, and utility systems, with skills in mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC trades.
• Strong knowledge of applicable Washington Administrative Code (WAC) requirements and local building and plumbing codes.
• Thorough understanding of Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, standard safety practices, and proper respirator use.
• Willingness to obtain asbestos abatement certification.

Conditions of Employment All employees must comply with our Immunization policies, including Proof of Rubeola Measles Immunity within 60-days of hire. Please reach out to [e-mail] if you need information regarding medical or religious exemption and applicable accommodations.

Salary $5,129 - $5,952/month depending on qualifications and experience

Bargaining Unit This position is part of bargaining unit B and is covered by the collective bargaining agreement with Washington Federation of State Employees.

Application Instructions

Application materials should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications.

Closing Date Notes Position open until filled

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with applicable laws, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, citizenship or immigration status, pregnancy, use of protective leave, genetic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal (including a service animal in training) by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU’s Policies onProhibiting Discrimination Based on A Protected Class and Prohibiting Discrimination Based on Sex . Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Western Washington University, Old Main 126 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay);[e-mail]

WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contactHuman Resources Disability Services , 360.650.3751 or 711 (Washington Relay).

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: This report is provided pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act ("The Clery Act"). It includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on Western's campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Western; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report in printed or alternate formats by contacting the Office of Student Life at [e-mail] . The report can be found at: Annual Security and Fire Safety Report .

All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires which includes a sexual misconduct background check .