Maintenance Mechanic - 138273

*2 out of 4 positions filled. Reposted until 5/19/26. *

• Under general supervision perform journey level work independently or as part of regular maintenance crew.
• May be assigned duties in a variety of skilled tasks in building maintenance and surveillance for the entire campus to identify a variety of problems inside and outside of campus buildings with focus on building systems and sub-systems; perform minor repairs while on rounds.
• Assess and determine severity of problems in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, sheet metal, building controls, and locks; make adjustments, reset or perform minor repairs to bring equipment back in service.
• Perform a variety of readings, test procedures on boilers, chillers, refrigeration systems, soft water systems, deionized water, electrical and electronics systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks such as: fan greasing, filter changing, water treatment, valve exercising, chilled and hot water system flushing and balancing.
• Demonstrate strong customer service by presenting a professional appearance and effectively communicate with faculty, staff and students in a helpful and respectful manner.
• Establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with members of the campus community.

• Journey level skill in one or more of the following skilled trades: building systems, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, electronic, pneumatic controls, sheet metal, and/or locks. Knowledge and understanding of engineering fundamentals with respect to building systems and equipment.
• Experience working with main utilities including: gas mains, water mains, sewer mains, main electrical feed to buildings, street lighting, storm drain systems, sea water systems and irrigation systems.
• Experience assessing and repairing pumps, air handlers, air compressors, vacuum pumps, heat exchangers, refrigeration systems, flush valves, faucets, p-traps, urinals, fume hoods, exhaust fans, boilers, chillers, electronic controls, sheet metal components, and locks. Work experience resetting electrical breakers.
• Ability to safeguard, secure, and maintain keys, tools, and equipment that is issued.
• Experience working in all building codes including but not limited to, Uniform Building Code (UBC), Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), National Electrical Code (NEC) and Fire Codes.
• Experience using and maintaining of hand and power tools related to job functions.
• Demonstrated experience performing diagnostic tests for system operations and determining repair needs. Experience troubleshooting operational problems and making necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with people of many diverse backgrounds including students, staff, faculty and guests. Ability to establish and maintain a positive and cooperative working relationship with members of the campus community.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, system diagrams, isometric drawings and schematics
• Knowledge of safety codes, rules and regulations.
• Experience operating personal computers using a variety of software packages such as, but not limited to: MS Outlook, Excel, Access, Oracle, online electronic timekeeping system, Internet Explorer and computerized maintenance management systems (MAXIMO).
• Ability to model and advocate UCSD Principles of Community.
• Ability to wear and use all personal protective equipment (PPE) furnished to you by the University
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment for the campus community including any visitors. Make others aware of any know dangers so they will not put themselves in harm's way.

• DOJ, FBI, and DMV Background checks with clearances required prior to hire.
• Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by the University's needs. Must be able to work overtime for training purposes. May need to work five 8-hour or four 10-hour shifts, and work independently.
• Works in morgues/gross anatomy/pathological laboratories where human/animal bodies or parts thereof may be exposed to view of worker and/or contaminated by radioactive biohazardous substances.