HVAC Maintenance Mechanic

HVAC Maintenance Mechanic

Payroll Title: MAINT MECH Department: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Hiring Pay Scale $49.47 / HR Worksite: Campus Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 100% Union: K6 Contract Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri 6:00-2:30

Filing Deadline: Thu 10/1/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/22/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Position Overview

Under general supervision perform journey level work independently or as part of regular maintenance crew. May be assigned duties in a variety of skilled tasks in building maintenance and surveillance for the entire campus to identify a variety of problems inside and outside of campus buildings with focus on building systems and sub-systems; perform minor repairs while on rounds. Assess and determine severity of problems in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, sheet metal, building controls, and locks; make adjustments, reset or perform minor repairs to bring equipment back in service. Perform a variety of readings, test procedures on boilers, chillers, refrigeration systems, soft water systems, deionized water, electrical and electronics systems. Perform preventive maintenance tasks such as: fan greasing, filter changing, water treatment, valve exercising, chilled and hot water system flushing and balancing. Demonstrate strong customer service by presenting a professional appearance and effectively communicate with faculty, staff and students in a helpful and respectful manner. Establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with members of the campus community.

Qualifications

• Journey level skill in one or more of the following skilled trades: building systems, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, electronic, pneumatic controls, sheet metal, and/or locks. Knowledge and understanding of engineering fundamentals with respect to building systems and equipment.
• Experience working with main utilities including: gas mains, water mains, sewer mains, main electrical feed to buildings, street lighting, storm drain systems, sea water systems and irrigation systems.
• Experience assessing and repairing pumps, air handlers, air compressors, vacuum pumps, heat exchangers, refrigeration systems, flush valves, faucets, p-traps, urinals, fume hoods, exhaust fans, boilers, chillers, electronic controls, sheet metal components, and locks. Work experience resetting electrical breakers.
• Ability to safeguard, secure, and maintain keys, tools, and equipment that is issued.
• Experience working in all building codes including but not limited to, Uniform Building Code (UBC), Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and Fire Codes.
• Experience using and maintaining of hand and power tools related to job functions.
• Demonstrated experience performing diagnostic tests for system operations and determining repair needs. Experience troubleshooting operational problems and making necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with people of many diverse backgrounds including students, staff, faculty and guests. Ability to establish and maintain a positive and cooperative working relationship with members of the campus community.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, system diagrams, isometric drawings and schematics
• Knowledge of safety codes, rules and regulations.
• Experience operating personal computers using a variety of software packages such as, but not limited to: MS Outlook, Excel, Access, Oracle, online electronic timekeeping system, Internet Explorer and computerized maintenance management systems (MAXIMO).
• Ability to model and advocate UCSD Principles of Community.
• Ability to wear and use all personal protective equipment (PPE) furnished to you by the University
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment for the campus community including any visitors. Make others aware of any know dangers so they will not put themselves in harm's way.

Special Conditions

-DOJ, FBI, and DMV Background checks with clearances required prior to hire.

-Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

-Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by the University's needs. Must be able to work overtime for training purposes. May need to work five 8-hour or four 10-hour shifts, and work independently.

-Works in morgues/gross anatomy/pathological laboratories where human/animal bodies or parts thereof may be exposed to view of worker and/or contaminated by radioactive biohazardous substances.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $103,293 - $103,293 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $49.47 - $49.47

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).