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Job Description

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. Our teams can be organized into six main groups: Asset Management, Operations, Finance & Administration, Real Estate, Campus Energy, Utilities & Operations, and Business Intelligence & Technology. The three major units include Finance & Administration group which includes finance, human resources, labor relations, payroll and training & organizational development, communications, and Campus Stewardship & Capital Budget. The Asset Management group includes Capital Architecture & Planning, Engineering Services, Project Delivery, and Sustainability. The Operations group includes Maintenance & Construction, Regulated Materials, Building Services Department, Transportation Services and Safety. Visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: https://facilities.uw.edu/.

Maintenance & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance, repair, and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as well as logistics, moving, and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture.

We have an outstanding opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic 2, Lighting, to join the team.

Under the direction of the supervisor and lead, perform skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, remodeling and construction of buildings, grounds, machinery, facilities, and equipment.

Work involves repair, installation and maintenance of physical facilities requiring skilled mechanical and trades work.

A good working knowledge of several related skill fields such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding and machinist work.

Work independently in troubleshooting and completing routine corrective and preventive maintenance assignments.

Repair of buildings, facilities and equipment such as windows, window blinds and screens, doors, patching and painting of interior spaces, minor plumbing repair, masonry repair, shelving removal and installation, carpentry repairs, replace ceiling tiles, laminate repairs.

Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

+ Perform the following typical tasks:

+ Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on all types of mechanical equipment.

+ Adjust door closers

+ Operate various power tools in a skilled manner

+ May assist, coordinate and/or work with other trades and journey level personnel

+ Perform semi-skilled tasks in multiple trades including electrician.

+ Replace lighting ballasts and lamps.

+ Trouble-shoot lighting control systems.

+ Place orders for new/replacement parts for all lighting systems within the maintenance zone.

+ Operate machinery such as forklifts 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.

+ Keep supervisor informed of project status and work progress, required project materials and equipment.

+ May instruct semi-skilled workers.

+ Communicate and coordinate with other UW Facilities shops to facilitate work.

+ Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions, Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

+ Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures, M&C protocols, i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP).

+ Support all management directives and the vision and values of M&C.

+ Participate in and follow through with M&C process improvement initiatives, incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes, and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation.

+ Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled.

+ Provide excellent customer service through effective, courteous and professional interactions with clients, colleagues and the campus community.

+ Other duties as required

Core Competencies

+ Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.

+ Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.

+ Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems.

+ Be responsible and accountable.

+ Use organizational skills and provide attention to details.

+ Maintain a positive, optimistic, and success-oriented attitude.

+ Exercise professionalism, which includes being tactful and courteous.

+ Exhibit a professional work ethic.

+ Continuously promote a safe work environment.

Education & Experience

Required

+ 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.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Desired

+ 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

+ 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.

Conditions of employment

+ 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 a respirator on the job.

+ Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations, including but not limited to, nonhuman primate areas, the Animal Research and Care Facility, and the University of Washington Medical Center

+ Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.

+ Regular and predictable attendance is required.

+ Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$58,668.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$77,892.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WFSE Skilled Trades

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.