General Maintenance Mechanic

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Repair, replace and/or install a wide range of building items; including but not limited to doors and screens, casement furnishings, floor coverings, ceramic tile, light fixtures and other electrical fixtures and appliances, plumbing fixtures, window coverings, and other items typical to large residential environments.
• Perform general painting, plumbing and carpentry repairs, such as, unstopping plumbing fixtures, resetting electrical circuit breakers, replacing ballasts, minor furniture repair, caulking and paint touch up.
• Repair HVAC fan coils including but not limited to motors, speed switches, coil fin cleaning and filters.
• Perform inspections including but not limited to security lights, doors and fire extinguishers.
• Perform facility inspections including but not limited to electronic work request system TMA building condition and outside grounds condition.
• Communicate with residence hall staff, other Residence Life staff members and student residents on status of work requests and related needs.
• Maintain inventory, tools and equipment.
• Pest Control, inspect identify source, spray or dust chemical solutions, baits and traps.
• Fire extinguisher replacement.
• Lead work of assigned staff/students.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Knowledge of cleaning and repair of heating/cooling fan coil units.
• Knowledge and skill in applying building and equipment maintenance/repair techniques.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• This is a Journeyman level position and needs the completion of high school education or equivalent combination of apprenticeship program, technical training and/or experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to
  the University Fleet Safety Policy.