Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

at  California State University

Job no: 542716
Work type: Staff
Location: East Bay
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Probationary, Full Time, Trades

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience leading to journey-level skills in a mechanical or facilities/building trade, or any equivalent combination of training and experience as a facilities and systems mechanic which demonstrates the achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of an applicable apprenticeship program.

Abilities:

• Must be able to demonstrate journey-level skill in one trade and strong skills in other applicable trades
• Operate construction and related equipment
• Use considerable judgment and discretion in performing duties
• Read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications
• Make rough sketches
• Estimate cost, time and materials of maintenance, repair and renovation work
• Maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems
• Prepare standard reports
• Provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants
• Analyze and respond to emergency situations
• Read and write at a level appropriate to the position
• Perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position

Knowledge:

• Work requires thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment and tools used in one skilled trade area
• Working knowledge of materials, methods, equipment and tools in related trade areas pertaining to facilities, systems, construction and renovation
• Thorough knowledge of generally accepted trade practices in trade specialty
• Working knowledge of computerized maintenance and building automation systems
• Working knowledge of applicable building and safety codes and regulations related to facilities, systems and renovations

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge:

• General knowledge of Cal OSHA regulations

Abilities:

• Demonstrate the ability to understand and respond clearly in written and oral language
• Demonstrate understanding and comply with the current Teamsters Unit 6 bargaining agreement
• Effectively listen and understand sensitivity and awareness in relating to individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Work with trust and respect, and ability to manage conflict constructively
• Ability to anticipate conditions/plan ahead; ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines
• Willingness to take on new projects/methods, willingness to support organizational goals, flexibility in response to changing circumstances
• Excellent customer service skills

Specific physical and/or environmental working conditions that relate to the essential requirements of the position:

• Employee must be able to work in high locations on ladders, scaffolds, motorized equipment, etc.
• Employee must be able to work in confined spaces
• Employee must be able to work in varying climatic conditions, to include inclement weather
• Employee must be able to wear a respirator
• Some work on weekends and holidays may be required, and the workweek will be adjusted accordingly
• May be required to work alone if working conditions dictates
• Position may be needed during campus emergencies such as power outages, minor and major natural disasters, pandemics, etc.

Service calls-Work will include but is not limited to the following tasks:

• Replacement/repair of blinds
• Replacement/repair of screens
• Replacement of lights/ballasts/switches
• Replacement/repair of exterior lighting
• Replacement/repair of floor tile
• Replacement of filters
• Replacement/fabrication of signage
• Response to hot/cold calls
• Replacement of bulletin boards
• Replacement of minor door hardware
• Mover assistance/seismic bracing
• Plumbing fixture installation
• Keyboard repair installation
• Replacement of ceiling tiles
• Smoke detector maintenance

Preventative Maintenance:

• Scheduled minor carpentry inspections and tasks
• Scheduled minor plumbing inspections and tasks
• Scheduled minor electrical inspections and tasks
• Scheduled minor painting inspections and tasks
• Scheduled minor mechanical inspection and tasks

Projects/Alterations:

• Customer Driven
• Time Sensitive

Training:

• Asbestos O&M
• Lead Training
• Aerial/Scissor Lift Training
• Departmental Meetings
• Confined Space
• Attend mandatory tailgate meetings
• Mandatory CSU/Cal State East Bay trainings
• Staying abreast of new methods and technology

Timekeeping/Reports:

• Ordering of Material and supplies using the department MSR form
• Shop Clean-up
• Daily time card submission
• Vacation and overtime forms submission

Other Duties as assigned.