Building Mechanic III

Building Mechanic III

Position Information

Job Title: Building Mechanic III

Department: Facilities - Maintenance

Job Code: M23711

Job Category: Full Time Staff

Terms and Hours: Non-exempt full time (40 hours per week) with on-call as needed.

Salary Range: Starting Hourly Rate $30.49; commensurate with experience

Job Summary: The Building Mechanic III is a senior-level facilities maintenance professional responsible for performing advanced troubleshooting, repair, renovation, and preventive maintenance of University buildings, infrastructure, and building systems. This position applies extensive knowledge of plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and general building systems to identify, diagnose, and resolve complex maintenance issues while ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of campus facilities. Working independently with minimal supervision, the Building Mechanic III performs skilled maintenance activities, conducts inspections, supports predictive and preventive maintenance initiatives, and serves as a technical resource and mentor to other maintenance staff. The position interacts regularly with students, faculty, staff, contractors, and visitors and is expected to provide exceptional customer service while supporting the University's mission and commitment to a safe and welcoming campus environment. This position reports to the Building Maintenance Supervisor.

Core Duties:

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install components of building plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and related building systems.
• Perform advanced diagnostic work to identify root causes of equipment failures and facility deficiencies.
• Coordinate and monitor equipment repairs to ensure work is completed accurately, safely, and efficiently.
• Review, prioritize, and respond to maintenance work orders using the University's TMA system.
• Maintain timely communication with customers regarding work status and service delivery, providing professional, responsive, and customer-focused service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Conduct routine inspections of facilities, mechanical rooms, and building systems to identify deficiencies and emerging maintenance needs.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities according to established schedules and maintenance standards.
• Recommend corrective actions to prevent equipment failures and extend asset life cycles.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to Building Mechanics I and II and other Facilities personnel.
• Share technical expertise, best practices, and troubleshooting techniques to improve team effectiveness.
• Assist supervisors in evaluating maintenance priorities and recommending operational improvements.
• Participate in the Facilities Services on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Respond to unexpected equipment failures, utility outages, weather-related incidents, and other urgent facility needs.
• Operate University-owned vehicles and equipment safely in support of maintenance activities.
• Perform all work in compliance with applicable safety regulations, environmental requirements, University policies, and industry standards.
• Maintain organized and safe work areas, mechanical rooms, tools, and equipment.
• Participate in required safety training and certifications.
• Other duties as relevant to the duties of the position or as assigned by supervisor or supervisor's designee.

Education & Experience: Required: 5 years of progressively responsible commercial mechanic experience performing extensive troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repairs. Required: Experience using a variety of heavy equipment, such as high lifts, forklifts, hand and power tools. Preferred: Experience performing maintenance in large institutions or commercial properties. Preferred: Associate Degree and/or trade certifications.

Certifications & Licenses: Required: Oregon driver's license. Required: Oregon Limited Building Maintenance Electrician (BME) license Preferred: Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong leadership and project management skills. Ability to safely operate construction/ maintenance related hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment i.e. fork lift, high lift, genie. Strong knowledge, skills, and abilities related to a broad variety of construction and maintenance work. Strong knowledge, skills, and abilities related to preventive maintenance and handyperson work. Ability to read and understand blueprints and specification documents. Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry related safety and health practices. Strong customer service, interpersonal skills, and conduct self professionally and respectfully with campus community and visitors is paramount. Ability to establish effective working relationships, professional rapport, and effectively accomplish work within a University setting that includes a wide array of individuals, backgrounds, groups, policies, and processes. Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficient to effectively communicate with co workers. Superior attention to detail. Able to follow through with and complete projects. Strong orientation towards taking initiative and ownership of projects and assignments and being proactive with projects, assignments, and process improvements. Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines. Ability to function well in a busy work environment, working independently and as part of a team. Ability to receive and follow supervisory direction. Demonstrated competence and commitment to inclusive excellence, and ability to be an effective partner with diverse students, faculty, and staff. Ability to establish effective working relationships, professional rapport, and effectively accomplish work within a University setting that includes a diversity of individuals, groups, policies, and processes. Ability to use and learn a computer, technology, software, and applications at the level of proficiency required for the duties of this position, including Microsoft Office, email, and search engines.

Physical Requirements: Frequently: Stand, walk, bend, twist, climb (including ladders), balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; use fingers and hands to handle, lift, and use a cellphone, materials, tools, and equipment; reach with hands and arms from ground level to over- head; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Occasionally: Perform desk-based computer tasks; use fine manipulation. Occasionally: attend seminars/ trainings on or off campus. Required: Ability to safely drive a motorized vehicle.

Working Conditions: Hours of employment: will require overtime and on-call duties, flexible hours (including early mornings, evenings, nights, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays), and response with little to no notice to situations involving emergencies or urgency. Work related stress: work duties involving tight deadlines, significant matters, or multiple projects. Environment: while performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibrating tools and equipment; may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, blood borne pathogens, and toxic/ caustic chemicals; may be exposed to high, precarious places, outside weather conditions, extreme temperatures, confined spaces, and risk of electrical shock. Noise: the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; occasionally noise level may be high where personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

Work Standards: Promote culture of safety: demonstrate commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicate safety concerns; use and promote safe behaviors based on training, lessons learned, and life experience. Compliance with laws, policies and procedures: subject to and expected to comply with all applicable laws and University, departmental, and other applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to, the personnel, business, and/or other policies of the University. Compliance with driving-related laws and requirements: when conducting University business while driving, must comply with the Oregon Vehicle Code and University of Portland driving requirements. Interpersonal skills: demonstrates the ability to work respectfully and professionally with all University of Portland community members, external organizations, and University guests.

Benefits: Medical and dental insurance, life insurance, sick time and vacation time consistent with staff policies, long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account benefits, tuition remission benefits generally starting after 90 days (employee) or 2 years (spouse and children) of employment, retirement contributions generally starting after 2 years of employment, and eligibility for the University's home purchase assistance program consistent with program requirements. (Benefits are subject to all relevant University policies, practices, contracts, and any other relevant materials and laws.)