Building Mechanic Assistant

Job Title Building Mechanic Assistant Terms and Hours Varying hours Job Category Student Employment Hourly Wage Portland Metro Minimum Wage ($15.45) Job Summary The Building Mechanics are responsible for maintaining the University facilities through regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance. This position reports to the Mechanic Supervisor and will assistant the Building Mechanics in replacing lightbulbs and ballasts, filters, screens, etc.; installing fixtures; light construction and plumbing; and some light cleaning of mechanical spaces and equipment. A valid driver’s license and a driving record background check are required prior to being hired. Student employees must also successfully complete Campus Safety’s online driver safety training before driving on campus for this position. The hours available to work are Monday through Friday, between 8:00am-4:30pm. We can be flexible with class scheduling. Core Duties Lightbulb Plumbing repairs Fixture installations Cleaning of mechanical spaces & equipment Light construction/demolition Ability to think through and solve problems in real-time Assist with warehousing and inventory of parts Drive University vehicles on campus to move tools, equipment, and supplies as needed Be able to use OneDrive Other relevant duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Valid driver’s license Must consent to a driving record background check Ability to learn and abide by safety policies and procedures Preferred Qualifications Mechanical aptitude and interest Previous experience with with minor plumbing and electrical repairs Previous experience using basic hand tools Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50lbs Ability to work on your feet and be mobile for extended periods of time Ability to use a ladder Posting Detail Information Posting Number Number of Vacancies 3 Estimated Start Date 08/21/2023 Open Date 08/08/2023 Close Date