Physical Plant Mechanic - Access; PHYS PLT MECH

Job Summary Student Housing maintenance staff perform preventive maintenance and repairs on buildings managed by Student Housing to maintain an excellent living and learning environment for residents. Mechanics are expected to systematically maintain and proactively inspect buildings and departmental equipment, respond to equipment failure, power outages, and door security incidents, and perform access control, door hardware, and video surveillance hardware maintenance and repairs.

Customer service is a significant responsibility, requiring a cooperative teamwork philosophy that stimulates the development of new services and innovative approaches to improve existing services. Incumbents are expected to understand and enforce University policies and procedures, hold accountability for meeting established expectations, and be responsible for the physical integrity and accountability of assigned material, equipment, and assets.

• 30% – Preventive Maintenance On Building Systems
• 30% – Building Repairs
• 30% – Project Work
• 10% – Administrative Duties

• Must hold a valid California driver’s license and maintain a driving record in accordance with local policies, or be enrolled in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Associate of Arts degree or related field and/or equivalent experience or training.
• Experience performing service/repair tasks and preventive maintenance on door hardware, electronic and mechanical access control (lock/latch) systems, and video surveillance systems.
• Knowledge to understand and communicate technical data, mechanical and structural specifications, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and craft terminology to colleagues and vendors regarding repairs and building access systems.
• Interpersonal and oral communication skills to explain repair problems, repair methodology, and train staff and student assistants.
• Customer service skills, including the ability to follow through on customer requests, resolve problems, explain processes, and use available resources and references.
• Proficiency with common hand and power tools, including electrical testing devices, following trade shop safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, under direct supervision, to complete renovations and/or repairs.

• Certification as an asbestos and/or lead maintenance or remediation worker.
• Demonstrated skills in door hardware, electronic access control, and video surveillance systems.
• Ability to make prompt and appropriate decisions under emergency conditions.
• Experience with computers and typing skills to operate a personal computer, use email, and operate other software programs and mobile devices needed to perform job functions.
• Skill/Knowledge to perform repairs and preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical access control (lock/latch) systems and video surveillance systems.
• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with others to secure necessary information and cooperation from a variety of individuals, enabling effective negotiations and conflict resolution, including research skills to identify and validate organizational and business activities and programs.

• Standing – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0‑25 lbs – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26‑50 lbs – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0‑25 lbs – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26‑50 lbs – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Twisting – Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion – Occasional up to 3 Hours

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Loud noise levels – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature – Occasional up to 3 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation – Never 0 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles…