Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range. The city lies 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia. Western has additional sites in Anacortes, Bremerton, Everett, Port Angeles, and Poulsbo. Western is recognized nationally for its successes, such as being named one of the top public master's-granting institutions in the Pacific Northwest for 25 years in a row by U.S. News & World Report.

Western Washington University is committed to achieving excellence through advancing inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and based on innovative scholarship, research, and creative activity. Western's greatest strength is the outstanding students, faculty, staff, and alumni/ae who make up its community. Western supports an inclusive governance structure for all and provides a learning and working environment in which everyone can thrive. In pursuit of this excellence, individual employees are expected to establish and maintain productive and effective inclusive working relationships amongst diverse populations including staff, faculty, administration, student, and external constituents. Further, individual employees are expected to have the ability to operationalize sustainability concepts (economic, societal, environmental) into all aspects of performing their job duties.

The Maintenance Mechanic 2 is responsible for safely performing skilled tasks across multiple trades, including carpentry, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and electrical work. This role supports both preventive maintenance and general repairs, and also includes duties specific to Academic Maintenance. The position requires availability for after-hours emergency call-outs to ensure timely response and resolution.

Preform mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC general maintenance activities:

• Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operating manuals, manufacturers' specifications, or supervisor(s) instructions, using hand and power tools, precision measuring or testing devices. Responsible for complete maintenance of area of assignment.
• Observe and adjust a wide variety of mechanical machines and devices in operation to assure proper operation, including pumps, motors, conveyors, compressors and building equipment.
• Dismantle machines and devices for servicing, repair, or replacement of parts.
• Adjust devices, instruments, belts, etc.
• Lubricate and clean pumps, motors, fans, machinery equipment, and operating hardware.
• Repair or replace damaged or defective soap, towel and tissue dispensers, mirrors, etc.
• Replace or clean filters on air handler units.
• Replace washers packing, or parts on faucets, flushometers, valves, traps, etc.
• Clear stoppages in sanitary or storm drainage systems using plumber's snake, vacuum or manual plungers.
• Replace gaskets and seals on water coolers and other equipment.
• Replace defective bulbs, ballast, sets, switches, fuses, and receptacles in buildings or on the exterior areas of the University.
• Regulate steam or hot water equipment in mechanical rooms, offices, Academic areas, etc. Adjust valves, thermostats, and dampers.
• Perform laboring or other semi-skilled duties including drilling, digging, minor roof repair or cleaning of roof gutters, replacement of ceiling tiles.
• Perform cleaning services to mechanical rooms, tunnel systems, FM vehicles, and shop space.
• May perform test procedures for water quality and chemical content in heating and cooling systems, fountains,
• Replace and or repair lecture hall seating and tables.
• Assist tradesmen when directed.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspectional duties where directed; may perform minor supervisor duties where help is assigned.
• Troubleshoot building envelope, mechanical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Perform other appropriate duties.

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Four years of journey-level experience in a skilled mechanical trade to include one or all of the following trades: mechanic, plumber, electrician or HVAC technician, all in a commercial, institutional or industrial environment.
• Read and understand written information and instructions. Communicate clearly using written, graphic, and verbal means.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain and use hand and power tools safely as required for the trade.
• Ability to read and understand written information and instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Experience working in sensitive situations such as operational offices, classrooms, dorm rooms, rest rooms, etc.
• Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting work in order to drive a state-owned vehicle for travel to work locations.
• Physically perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform daily work tasks independently under limited supervision.
• Possess technical accuracy and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to work with computer hardware and software required to track work orders and record time worked.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a friendly and cooperative manner with students, staff, and faculty at all levels of the organization, and in contacts with the public.
• Ability to manage time well and work under pressure situations with tight schedules and deadlines to complete projects.

• Residential and commercial building maintenance experience.
• Proficient in the use of computers including skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of commercial, institutional or industrial facilities, grounds and utilities for each of the following skilled trades: mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and heating, ventilation, & air conditioning (HVAC).
• Strong knowledge of applicable Washington Administrative Code (WAC) regulations and local building and plumbing codes.
• Strong knowledge of Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA) rules and regulations, standard job safety rules, and proper use of a face respirator.
• Willing to certify in asbestos abatement.

Application materials should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications.

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with applicable laws, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, citizenship or immigration status, pregnancy, use of protective leave, genetic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal (including a service animal in training) by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU’s Policies on Prohibiting Discrimination Based on A Protected Class and Prohibiting Discrimination Based on Sex. Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Western Washington University, Old Main 126 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay); crtc@wwu.edu

WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources Disability Services, 360.650.3751 or 711 (Washington Relay).

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: This report is provided pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act ("The Clery Act"). It includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on Western's campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Western; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report in printed or alternate formats by contacting the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs at vpsa.office@wwu.edu. The report can be found at: Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires which includes a sexual misconduct background check.