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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.

Housing & Food Services (HFS) has an outstanding opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic Lead to join their team.

Housing & Food Services supports over 10,000 student residents and operates 40+ dining locations on campus. With a team of over 1,200 staff and students, HFS is dedicated to enhancing student life through teamwork and excellent service.

Position Purpose

Lead trades staff and perform maintenance, refurbishment, and repair of Department residential facilities.

Description of Duties

+ Schedule and direct the work of trades staff.

+ Process and manage work orders.

+ Order appliances, parts, and supplies

+ Develop and maintain accurate records of appliances and other building components.

+ Perform maintenance and repair of residential units, including trouble-shooting, repairing and replacing plumbing and mechanical components, electrical and other appliances, remodeling and renovation.

+ Process customer requests, initiate and assign work orders to Maintenance Mechanics and Painters

+ Review work performed and direct staff on making any necessary corrections

+ Conduct apartment unit pre-vacate maintenance inspections to determine scope of work and estimated “turn” time

+ Collaborate with Facilities Managers, Custodial Supervisor and Lead in scheduling units for preparation and related issues

+ Coordinate with UW Campus Facilities Services and contractors/vendors.

+ Perform the work of Maintenance Mechanic 2, Painter, and other skilled trades.

+ Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

One years full-time experience as a Maintenance Mechanic II, journey-level trades worker, or equivalent. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required.

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

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Desired Qualifications

+ Experience working directly with customers or clients.

+ Experience working in a multi-tenant residential or university environment.

+ Experience working with diverse populations.

+ Demonstrated commitment to values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

+ Experience in multi-tenant residential maintenance and/or painting

Conditions of Employment

+ A satisfactory outcome from the employment verification and reference check processes.

+ Possession of a valid State of Washington Driver’s License to drive UW vehicles.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$81,636.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$108,792.00 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.