Maintenance Mechanics
About the role
Performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of a wide variety of equipment and machinery across University of Utah facilities. Uses hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve issues in mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic systems. Ensures proper wiring, installation, and repair work comply with applicable codes and regulatory requirements. Conducts inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance to identify hazards and ensure safe, reliable operation of equipment. Documents work performed. Responsibilities increase in complexity, independence, and technical expertise across levels, with higher levels providing advanced diagnostics and mentorship. This position may be filled as either an Maintenance Mechanic II or Maintenance Mechanic III, depending on the qualifications, experience, and departmental need.
Department: 01745 - Real Estate Administration; Location: Campus; Employment type: Full Time; Requisition Number: PRN46380B; Close Date: 12/30/2026; Open Until Filled.
Responsibilities
- Responds to trouble calls from building occupants and computer alarms.
- Monitor building automation systems (BAS) and respond to system alerts and failures.
- Reviews alarm summaries and makes building system adjustments on the Building Automation Systems.
- Documents daily building system problems.
- Utilize work management system software to maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on building HVAC equipment such as: chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, VAV boxes, fan coil units, and air handler units.
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on building electrical systems such as: motors