Maintenance Mechanic
Listed on 2026-07-20
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, General Labor, Construction Labor / Trades
Maintenance Mechanic 2
UW Facilities Maintenance & Construction has an outstanding opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic
2. Under the direction of the supervisor and lead, this position will perform journey-level construction work in one or more trade disciplines. Work involves assisting in multi-trade shop work to back up trades staffing as well as focusing on a specific shop trade where the position is assigned. The role requires a good working knowledge of multiple related skill fields such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, sheet metal and/or sign shop.
The position works at the direction of a specific shop lead and is tasked by that lead to assist with other trades as needed.
Must be able to perform alterations/construction work with an understanding of code compliance, ADA requirements, and safely operate equipment and use trade specific tools. This position operates as a general construction type position, able to assist trade specific journeymen or perform basic construction and alterations tasks in a semi-skilled capacity.
Work Schedule:
- Full time, Monday through Friday, 6:55am – 3:25pm
- This position is based at the University of Washington Tower and is not eligible for telework.
Key Responsibilities:
- General Building Maintenance:
- General demolition work with understanding of all hazardous materials mitigation techniques.
- General carpentry work such as installing framing, wall board, concrete forms, doors and windows.
- May assist, coordinate and/or work with other trades and journey level personnel.
- Replace/install/retrofit lighting ballasts and lamps.
- Outside/light grounds maintenance:
- Graffiti Removal - operate pressure washer and apply paint as needed
- Operate equipment related to irrigation, snow removal, de-icing applications, sweeping
- Operate blowers, mowers, trimmers, edgers. Courtyard sweeping, clearing, trash removal
- Backflow Preventor regulatory PM certification (UW Provided)
- Equipment Operations:
- Clean equipment and shops, organize storage areas, assist with maintenance of construction shops equipment such as fume hoods, filters, strainers, drains, catch basins, and maintainable shop assets.
- Operate machinery such as fork-lifts and scissor-lifts. Load and unload materials and supplies.
- Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools, equipment and personnel to various job sites.
- Building Operations:
- Assist in move-in/move-out; conference and meeting staging and support
- Provide excellent customer service through effective, courteous and professional interactions with clients, colleagues and the campus community.
Required Qualifications:
To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.
- Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a journey worker, OR full-journey status in a union; OR four years' applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.
- Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required.
Additional Qualifications:
- Demonstrated successful ability in taking direction, working well with others and as a member of a team.
- Demonstrated excellent effective verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) regulations.
- Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products
Workplace Conditions:
- May be required to accept variable work shift.
- Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety precautions.
- Ability to lift and move heavy material may be required.
- Approved footwear must be provided at the employee's expense and worn on the job.
- Must be able to be fitted for and wear…
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