General Maintenance Mechanic

General Maintenance Mechanic Northern Arizona University Special Information This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare. Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to be a regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business become authorized by submitting Driver's license information for driving record monitoring, and completion of training appropriate to the level of driving performed. The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website. Employees of Facility Services are considered essential staff and must report to work when the university is closed for emergencies. This position is required to participate in on-call, call back duties and snow removal, which can include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Under established circumstances will respond to emergency dispatch calls within set timeframes Administrative or Campus Living buildings. About the Department/College Our Mission To create, maintain and enhance our campus through continuous improvement and sustainable practices. Our Vision To be a progressive, customer-focused organization that is recognized as a leader in providing exceptional service and responsible stewardship of university resources. About the Position The General Maintenance Mechanics perform maintenance, repairs, and installations on residential and commercial locations including but not limited to general plumbing, electrical, and HVAC equipment. This position also performs moves within the university both residential and commercial utilizing delivery vehicles, dollies, hand-trucks, and other loading equipment. Safety is prioritized when performing tasks and all safety guidelines are expected to be followed as it relates to chemical, electrical, and mechanical procedures. Responsibilities Include 35% - Corrective Maintenance Performs residential and commercial general maintenance repairs and preventive maintenance, responding to service requests and repair needs based on established priorities. Responds promptly to service calls dispatched through radio, text, or the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Evaluates maintenance issues and coordinates with the appropriate skilled trades when repairs fall outside the scope of general maintenance responsibilities. Adheres to all safety requirements, including job-specific hazard assessments, required training, personal protective equipment (PPE), and standard operating procedures. Actively supports accident prevention initiatives and responds appropriately to injuries and incidents to help maintain a safe work environment and prevent recurrence. 30% - Preventative Maintenance Proactively identifies and reports potential issues before they impact customer use or operations. Repairs issues identified during preventive maintenance inspections. Performs general plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repairs and maintenance; performs minor repairs to heating, refrigeration, air conditioning units, and other electrical equipment. 10% - Managing and Recording Work Performance Opens, closes, and manages work orders in the computerized maintenance anagement system (CMMS), documenting daily work activities, including work performed, labor hours, and repair scope. Creates and refers work orders to the appropriate personnel or department for completion. Performs basic plumbing and electrical maintenance. Performs basic painting and carpentry maintenance. 10% - Move Requests Plans and assesses furniture, equipment, and departmental moves to ensure proper coordination and execution. Drives trucks to transport materials such as furniture, supplies, or other equipment. 10% - On-Call First Response Responding to and repairing emergency maintenance issues outside of normal operating hours. When reported emergency is outside of scope of General Maintenance, referring issues to appropriate on-call trades for repair. Goes on on-call rotation to support after hours issues. 5% - Other Other duties as assigned. Provides snow removal services to areas around university buildings and facilities. Minimum Qualifications 1 year of general maintenance or repair experience. *A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.* #J-18808-Ljbffr Northern Arizona University