Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

About the role

This role supports the safe, efficient operation of university buildings, infrastructure, and mechanical systems through hands-on work in multiple trades and facility support functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance, repair, and renovation work involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, architectural, and steam systems.
• Troubleshoot facility issues, respond to service requests, and perform repairs to infrastructure, drainage systems, fencing, roadways, and campus grounds features.
• Cookordinate maintenance projects, monitor contractor work, maintain records, and support project planning and material procurement.
• Provide direction to student assistants and support special events, vehicle maintenance coordination, and campus operations.
• Perform emergency response, shop operations, and general support tasks.

Requirements

• Lift and transport equipment, material, and supplies up to 50 pounds without assistance (in excess of 50 pounds with assistance).
• Work knowledge of computerized maintenance and building automation systems.
• Knowledge of applicable building and safety codes and regulations related to facilities, systems, and renovations.
• Journey-level experience in one trade and strong skills in mechanical trades to perform duties independently, competently, and safely.
• Experience in estimating costs, time, and materials of maintenance, repair, and renovation work.
• Experience working in an academic setting preferred.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.

Qualifications

• Four years of increasingly responsible experience leading to journey-level skills in a mechanical or facilities/building trade, or any equivalent combination of training and experience as a facilities and systems mechanic which demonstrates the achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of an applicable apprenticeship program.

Skills

• Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including Generous Time Off, Retirement, Health Coverage, Education Support, and Optional Offerings.

Pay

$5,355 - $7,801 per month (Step 1-Step 20)

Schedule

Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.