Job Description
Looking for stability with year-round employment? Our Maintenance Mechanic 2 position will provide you with one main job site, all tools provided, multiple retirement plans, health, life and long-term disability insurance coverage, pre-tax savings opportunities, vacation AND sick leave, 12 paid holidays, assistance with child and elder care, a free regional transit pass and active commute support, tuition exemption, no sales pressure, an employee health program, work/life balance, and more!
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
UW Facilities manages the University's buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Energy, Utilities & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: https://facilities.uw.edu/.
We have an outstanding opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic 2 to perform skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, of buildings, machinery, facilities, and equipment. Work involves repair, installation and maintenance of physical facilities requiring skilled mechanical and trades work. A good working knowledge of several related skill fields such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding and machinist work. Work independently in troubleshooting and completing routine corrective and preventive maintenance assignments.
Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Perform the following typical tasks:
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on all @types of mechanical equipment.
Perform weekly inspection of campus cooling towers.
Perform adjustment and maintenance on water treatment equipment.
Report out on equipment repairs and replacement needs using cmms software.
Perform journey level tasks in machinery mechanics, such as repair and replacement of drive belts, motors etc. on-air handling equipment.
Maintain boilers, repair kitchen equipment and exhaust fans
Adjust door closers
Operate various power tools in a skilled manner
May assist, coordinate and/or work with other trades and journey level personnel
Perform semi-skilled tasks in multiple trades including electrician and plumbing work.
Replace showers heads
Repairing leaking faucets
Install shower sweeps
Operate machinery such as forklifts and scissor-lifts.
Load and unload materials and supplies.
Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools, equipment and personnel to various job sites.
Keep supervisor informed of project status and work progress, required project materials and equipment.
May instruct semi-skilled workers.
Communicate and coordinate with other UW Facilities shops to facilitate work.
Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions, Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures, CEU&O protocols, i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP).
Support all management directives and the vision and values of CEU&O.
Participate in and follow through with CEU&O process improvement initiatives incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation.
Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled.
Provide excellent customer service through effective, courteous and professional interactions with clients, colleagues and the campus community.
Other duties as required
Core Competencies
Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.
Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.
Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems.
Be responsible and accountable.
Use organizational skills and provide attention to details.
Maintain a positive, optimistic, and success-oriented attitude.
Exercise professionalism, which includes being tactful and courteous.
Exhibit a professional work ethic.
Continuously promote a safe work environment.
Education & Experience
Required
Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a journey worker, OR full-journey status in a union; OR four years' applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Desired
Knowledge of correct water chemistry as it related to HVAC and comfort cooling/heating in an commercial environment.
Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) regulations.
Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products
Conditions of employment
Must possess and valid Washington State motor vehicle driver's license.
May be required to accept variable work shift.
Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety precautions.
Ability to lift and move heavy material may be required.
Approved footwear must be provided at the employee's expense and worn on the job.
Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job.
Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations, including but not limited to, nonhuman primate areas, the Animal Research and Care Facility, and the University of Washington Medical Center.
Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$58,668.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum:
$77,892.00 annual
Other Compensation:
-
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
WFSE Skilled Trades
About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
