Maintenance Technician II

PIT Pitzer College; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Claremont Colleges, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to perform skilled preventive and general maintenance on facilities and building systems in Claremont, CA.

The role covers plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC work and requires on-call availability. The position is a bargaining unit role with union dues required; 8-hour shifts Tue–Sat, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, on-campus work, and a contract-rate of pay $32.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 6+ years of trade experience.
• Experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC and building systems.
• Willingness to take a basic hands-on test and possess valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate, test, repair and maintain electrical, HVAC, mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Perform plumbing inspections and repairs on fixtures, pipes and pumps.
• Procure cost estimates and manage on-time, on-budget projects.
• Respond to after-hours calls when needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Plumbing systems

Renovation & repairs

Blueprints & drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Contractor licenses/certifications

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Technician II

Location: Claremont, CA

Last Updated: 2/19/2026

General Description

Under general direction, performs a variety of skilled preventive and general maintenance, repair, construction, and renovation work on facilities and building systems, including on plumbing systems, electrical, mechanical equipment. This is a bargaining unit position. Union dues are required.

Essential Functions

• Operate, test, install, repair and perform corrective and preventative maintenance on electrical, mechanical, HVAC and plumbing systems, including domestic water systems, and commercial food service appliances.
• Perform plumbing inspections, maintenance and repair work on all fixtures, pipes, water pumps, water pump seals and pathways.
• Perform a wide range of facilities renovations, maintenance and repair work.
• Estimate costs of materials and labor, procure cost estimates from vendors and contractors, and ensure work and projects are delivered on time and on budget.
• Perform electrical maintenance and repair work, including working on a variety of HVAC equipment 120v 208/230v 480v 3-phase and low voltage control systems, and motor controls.
• Make electrical repairs on emergency lights, fluorescent and LED fixtures (120 and 270volts), exhaust fans, wall lights and power outlets both interior and exterior.
• Ensure the timely submission and processing of maintenance work requests and the orderly flow and completion of maintenance work orders assigned.
• Recognize priority for requisitioning parts, materials, equipment, tools and supplies, and ensure procurement in a timely manner.
• Report and provide solutions for solving all problems which require specialty shops to supervisors.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure effective and efficient operations, work productivity.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Available to be called in for after-hours work.
• Must carry a two-way radio or cell phone during the performance of duties.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The individual must possess knowledge, skills and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Thorough knowledge of materials, methods, equipment and tools in related trade areas pertaining to facilities, systems, construction and renovation. Five plus years of knowledge of computer-controlled HVAC and EMS, as well as electrical and plumbing systems. Demonstrated knowledge of safe work practices needed to inspect, test, adjust, repair, and clean mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally, with faculty, staff, students, consultants, and contractors. Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings and specifications, make rough sketches. High level of independent judgment and discretion in performing duties. Excellent customer services skills with the ability to establish and maintain cooperative work relationships within a diverse, multi-cultural environment.

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

High school diploma or equivalent; OR any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Six or more years of trade experience and/or full-time related experience in building and utilities maintenance, including demonstrated experience in plumbing systems and repairs. Preferred Qualification: Prefer experience in an educational facility. May be required to take a basic hands‑on test to demonstrate skills. Licenses/Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the College’s automobile insurer. Contractor’s licenses or trade school certificates or other related certificates, or willingness to obtain certificates during employment.

Schedule and Responsibilities

• Time Type: Full‑time
• Work Schedule: This is a regular, non‑exempt, full‑time, staff position working Tuesday‑Saturday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with a 30‑minute lunch break. These hours may vary due to needs of the College or department.
• Must be available to be contacted by telephone during non‑working hours and respond to urgent and emergency calls as needed.
• Must participate in the Campus Facilities on‑call rotation with other department managers.
• May be required to work occasional evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Work Model: On‑Campus
• Supervisory Responsibility: None

Compensation

• Union contract rate of pay $32.50 per hour

Benefits

Pitzer College is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, tuition exchange program participation and more.

Physical Requirements

This is a physically active position. Must be able to do strenuous manual labor in various indoor and outdoor climates. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, stoop, twist, and climb ladders up to 20 feet with assistance and 10 feet unassisted. Must have the ability and dexterity to use hand and power tools, and other equipment required for position. Must be able to work on feet for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds from the ground to waist‑level unassisted.

Classifications

• No AB1825
• No CSA Reporter
• No FERPA
• No Mandatory Reporter

Employment Conditions

Employment is contingent upon a candidate possessing the knowledge, skills and abilities to be able to successfully perform the essential duties of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Employment is also contingent upon new employees providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States. For positions requiring the use of a college‑owned vehicle, employment is contingent upon a driving record acceptable to the colleges’ automobile liability insurance. Final candidates in all staff positions will be required to undergo a background investigation; in addition some positions may require a physical lift test and pulmonary function test.

Covid-19 Vaccination

Pitzer College has mandated the COVID-19 vaccination for all employees. New employees are required to show proof of full vaccination, including booster, against COVID-19 or request a Pitzer College approved medical or religious exemption on or before their first day of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination

Pitzer College adheres to both the letter and the spirit of Equal Employment opportunity and Aff… It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, medical condition, or veteran status, in the administration of its admission policies, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other College-administered programs, and employment policies. Pitzer strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Safety Report

In compliance with applicable law, Pitzer College publishes an annual report containing statistical information concerning the occurrence of crime on campus and adjacent thereto, as well as policies and practices concerning security. A copy of this report is online at http://www.cuc.claremont.edu/cs/index.asp or by contacting The Claremont Colleges Department of Campus Safety: 251 E. Eleventh Street, Claremont, CA 91711-3947; [phone].

Reporting Definitions

Campus Security Authority Reporter (CSA): Employees responsible for reporting crimes that are disclosed to them, so that crime statistics reporting is as accurate as possible. Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act Reporter (FERPA): Employees with access to student records and information must adhere to the privacy protection requirements under FERPA, which restricts what student information may be disclosed and to whom. Mandatory Reporter: Employees who have frequent contact with children are required to report all known or suspected cases of child abuse or neglect. Responsible Employee: Any employee who has the authority to take action to redress sexual violence, who has been given the duty of reporting incidents of sexual violence or any other misconduct by students to the Title IX Coordinator or other appropriate School designee; or whom a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.