General Maintenance Mechanic (Residential Facilities)- Tempe campus

Job Profile:
Skilled Crafts and Trade Assistant 2 Non-Exempt

Job Family:
Skilled Crafts and Trade

Time Type:
Full time

Max Pay - Depends on experience:
$21.49 USD Hourly

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma and two-years (2) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job profile Summary:
Serves as a certified trades worker in an area of specialty to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems.

Job Description:

Facilities Management (Residential Facilities)- Temp campus, seeks a General Maintenance Mechanic to perform maintenance work in the residence halls.

This position is based on the Tempe campus,. however may require working at other ASU locations based on program need.

This position will remain open until filled.

Essential Duties:

Electrical maintenance duties:

• Maintain and repair lighting, ballast, lighting switches, and receptacles, sockets, tombstones, and diffusers including 277 Volt lighting.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting utilizing multi-meters/volt detectors and circuit tracers.
• Replace damaged or worn outlets including ground fault circuit interrupters.

Plumbing maintenance duties:

• Provide plumbing repair and maintenance of restrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, drinking fountains, etc.
• Maintain and re-build water closet flushometers, urinal flushometers, and multiple types and brands of faucets and under sink supplies.
• Clear all types of drain clogs and stoppages.
• Maintain public restroom toilet and urinal partitions and replacement of related hardware of partitions.

Carpentry maintenance duties:

• Maintain and adjust auto door closers.
• Provide interior and exterior door preventative maintenance and replacement of door hardware such as flush bolts, push/pull handles, kick plates, door strikes, hinges, closers, weather stripping, smoke seals, door sweeps.
• Repair and replacement of several diverse types of flooring.
• Maintain and replace damaged suspended ceiling systems and ceiling tiles.
• Perform small drywall repairs, including paint touch-up of drywall repairs.

HVAC maintenance duties:

• Replace air filters.
• Clean coils with a coil comb along with flushing of the coils.
• Replace thermostats and sensors.

Other duties:

• Provide first response to elevator trouble calls and performing basic troubleshooting of elevator door problems.
• Provide swimming pool maintenance.
• Utilize various specific hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• Maintain daily logs/records with the use of computers/tablets.
• Interact effectively with customers and students of diverse backgrounds.
• Work within a team environment and contribute to team49 per ho goals.
• Use electronic work order systems (TMA) in response to requests for maintenance.
• Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE : Monday - Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm

SALARY RATE: $21.49 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Desired Qualifications:

Must have two years of general maintenance and repair experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Employee may be required to possess a valid US Driver's license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment. Some positions in this classification may be required to obtain an Environmental Protection Agency Type 1 refrigeration license upon employment.

Experience in:

• work order systems (TMA)
• plumbing installation, repair, and/or maintenance
• electrical troubleshooting, repair and/or maintenance
• carpentry repair and/or maintenance
• HVAC troubleshooting, repair, and/or maintenance
• swimming pool maintenance/repair
• customer service
• basic computer usage
• working on locks/doors and exit devices

Evidence of effective communication skills

Working Environment:

• Work in and out of private residences maintaining communication with occupants.
• Utilize specific hand tools and equipment related to essential duties.
• Lift, bend, and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Work off ladders, scaffolding, single man lifts up to 40 feet.
• Drive University vehicles.
• May be exposed to hazardous tools and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. safety glasses).
• Use of PPE may require medical clearance prior to use.

Department Statement:

Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as a work/life balance? ASU offers the following:

• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
• Disability and leave program for income protection
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM's vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university's mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the Tempe campus, however may require working at other ASU locations based on program need.


This position requires that you must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire

Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment.

This position may require working a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of all background, including fingerprint checks.

Driving Requirement:
This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver's license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:
Campus: Tempe

Funding:
No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.


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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:
This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.