Maintenance Mechanic 2 - HVAC

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
September 30, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):
626K-YN_CS_NPS - Maintenance Mechanic 2

Business Title:
Maintenance Mechanic 2 - HVAC

Employee Type:
Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As the Maintenance Mechanic 2, you perform installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems and associated mechanical equipment to support safe and reliable campus operations. You troubleshoot heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, carry out preventive maintenance, and ensure proper system performance in research and other critical environments. You use building automation systems such as Siemens Insight, Siemens Desigo, and Ecostruxure to monitor, diagnose, and support HVAC equipment operation. Your role also includes electrical and mechanical maintenance, coordinating work orders, ensuring safety compliance, and performing general building repairs

This position is located on the WSU Spokane Campus.

Additional Information:

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $5,111 to $5,928 | Range 48G (Steps G-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• High school graduation and four (4) years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade; OR equivalent education/experience.
• Applicable experience in installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems in large or complex buildings.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
• Ability to respond to emergencies, after-hours, and on-call maintenance needs as required.
• Computer knowledge and skills specialized in building automation systems, specifically HVAC equipment, lighting, alarm systems connected to HVAC operation, project file maintenance, record documentation, and client communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of any State of Washington trade license or certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HVAC systems, including air handling, chilled water, heating, and control systems.
• Experience working in institutional, industrial, or commercial facilities.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Area/College: WSU Spokane
Department Name: Facilities Services, Operations
Location: Spokane, WA 99202

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

External candidates , upload all documents in the "Application Document" section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates) , before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:
12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

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