Building Equipment Mechanic

Priority Final date to receive applications: 03/14/2025

Job :  | Category:
Campus Operations and Facilities | Organization:
Facilities Planning Design & Const | Department:
Maintenance Services |

Location:

Main Campus - UCR | Salary: $91,580 - $103,105 | Date Posted:
February 28, 2025 | Final date to receive applications:
Open Until Filled |

Schedule:

Varied Schedules: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM & 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Full/Part Time:
Full-time (100%) | Level of Supervision:
Supervision | Personnel Program Code:
Professional & Support Staff | Other Information:
Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus:
No | UC Internal Job:
No

Reporting to UCR Facilities Building Mechanical/HVAC Supervisor, the Building Equipment Mechanic performs a variety of journey-level work related to the repair, maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and inspection of commercial building mechanical equipment. The Building Equipment Mechanic supports the maintenance and operation of other campus and central plant equipment including but not limited to: high pressure steam systems, Energy Management Control Systems (EMS), condensate return systems, and scientific equipment such as autoclaves.

Responds to emergency situations during or after hours to mitigate and/or resolve immediate building concerns or safety issues. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. Maintains a positive attitude for the team and communicates effectively with colleagues, staff, faculty, and students. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

High School Diploma. Preferred completion of a certified apprenticeship program.

4 years of journey-level experience in building mechanical systems preventative maintenance and repair; and/or completion of a certified apprenticeship training; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Required experience operating shop equipment and tools common to the skilled trade. Required experience and/or certification of training in forklift, lifts and/or boom truck operations.

Valid Driver License.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigerant Handling Certification, “608 Universal”. Steam Engineer Unlimited License.

Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment start date. Must possess or obtain a Valid CA Driver License. Shift work (hours outside standard Mon‑Fri 8‑AM‑5‑PM). Must wear University issued  and uniform. Public Driving Record. Overtime and unscheduled emergency call backs.

• Knowledge of building system coils, shafting and pulleys, valves and piping systems.
• Knowledge of operation, maintenance, calibration, repair, installation, diagnosis, and inspection of industrial systems, pumps, climate control systems, heat exchange systems and high pressure steam systems.
• Knowledge and skill working with Energy Management Control Systems (EMS) and other control systems (electronic, digital, analog, mechanical and pneumatic).
• Skill to install, maintain, and repair various industrial/chemical fume hoods.
• Skill in proper application of precision measuring and calibration equipment.
• Knowledge in safe and proper procedures when hazardous materials are suspected.
• Ability to estimate time, methods, and materials needed from construction documents.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as complex technical procedures, work instructions, blueprints, plans, manuals, specifications, and diagrams.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with co‑workers, supervisors, and the general public, and provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability to follow verbal and written…