Type of Appointment: Full Time, Probationary
Job Classification: Facilities Maintenance Mechanic
Anticipated Hiring Range: $5,355 - $6,274 per month
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm
THE DEPARTMENT:
Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M) serves as the lead organization for planning, developing, and maintaining the campus ‘natural and built environments in support of the university’s mission. The department seeks to preserve and enhance CPP’s history, aesthetics, physical assets, and natural ecosystems through coordinated planning, design, and construction of buildings, roads, infrastructure, landscaping and other physical improvements. As an advocate on behalf of the university and its auxiliaries, FPM strives to provide facilities that meet scope, budget, operational needs and functional requirements. FPM is comprised of approximately 160 facilities professionals (FTE) that also provides maintenance services including custodial services, landscaping, recycling, building and mechanical trades, energy and utility management, and auto fleet services. The workforce is culturally diverse and multilingual. Its composition includes full time staff throughout FPM who are also earning their degrees and many whom have graduated from Cal Poly Pomona. The staff includes licensed architects and engineers, accountants, planners, project managers, administrative staff, carpenters, plumbers, locksmiths, painters, electricians, landscapers, computer technicians, custodians and other building and mechanical trade technicians.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Working in a team environment, under the general supervision of the Manager of MEP Services and the Supervising and/or Lead Building Service Engineer and primarily responsible for the following: Responsible to perform general routine and preventative maintenance and repairs of the buildings’ mechanical equipment and associated apparatus including work on the utility infrastructure.
- Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on pumps, pump seals, pump bearings, motors, motor bearings and blower fan bearings, shaft alignments and air compressors.
- May work in a team or independently, to clean pools & decorative fountains, clean equipment rooms, collect utility meter readings, and perform other related duties as assigned by the shop supervisor and/or lead.
- Works with journeymen Building Service Engineers on inspecting, troubleshooting, diagnosing and performing preventative maintenance and complex repairs on stationary HVAC equipment such as boilers, chillers, ventilation systems, fans, motors, compressors, condensers, cooling towers, pumps, water treatment systems, and all other associated equipment related to HVAC systems.
- Incumbent must learn to safely troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment and apparatus using various test instruments. Learn and expand knowledge on maintaining HVAC controls systems, and other building automation systems such as integrated lighting controls.
- Incumbent would perform daily assigned work orders and respond to periodic service calls from faculties and staff for hot and cold discomfort calls, report of strange smells, noises, and water leaks, and making minor adjustments and repairs to the mechanical systems to improve occupancy comforts, while providing quality customer service.
- Perform administrative duties and attend training related to the position.
- Using the TMA system incumbent is required to routinely and timely enter material and labor hours expended and technician notes related to execution of work orders. Provide material lists and/or estimated labor hours needed to perform specific task or assignments.
- Attend training classes related to the positions and for professional development to expand mechanical knowledge and skillsets.
- Maintains a safe, clean and organized work environment that would include the mechanical rooms, trades shops, and assigned service vehicles, tools and equipment used in the performance of work.
- Organize and keep adequate stock inventory of commonly used supplies and materials, in the storerooms and in the assigned vehicle. Assist other MEP (Electrical and Plumbing) shops by performing needed repairs and maintenance work such as: replacing and re-lamping lighting fixtures and ballasts, installing new electrical circuits, replacing plumbing fixtures, performing valve maintenance, testing & refueling emergency generators, and assisting in fire alarm testing, and perform other related duties as assigned by the shop supervisors.
- May also be assigned to work with other trade shops to accomplish multi-trade work orders and/or to assist with a variety of miscellaneous maintenance and repair work at the semi-skilled level, including strenuous manual labor. Hand excavates to locate utilities, trench for utilities, perform concrete work, and make minor asphalt repairs. Clean, maintain and make minor repairs to roofs, rain gutters and roof drain systems.
- Assist in flood control by setting up barricades and providing sandbags. Clean pools, fountains, and storm drains.
- Place signs, street signs and banners. Install and repair fencing, and move furniture, equipment, and heavy objects. Install earthquake safety preparation anchor fixtures. Install bulletin boards, black and white boards, name plates, and other items.
- Assemble and make minor repairs to furniture, lay carpet and floor tile, install ceiling tiles, hang doors & frames, clean up liquid spills, and remove hazardous materials.
- May assist the Lock Shop with rekeying locksets and cutting new keys. May operate forklifts, bobcats, manlift and other related equipment required to accomplish maintenance and repair work.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Combination - Or any equivalent combination of training and experience as a facilities and systems mechanic which demonstrates the achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of an applicable apprenticeship program.
- Driver License, Valid and in State Valid CA Driver's license with insurance.
- These abilities normally would be acquired through four years of increasingly responsible experience leading to journey-level skills in a mechanical or facilities/building trade.
- Knowledge: Work requires thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment and tools used in one skilled trade area; working knowledge of materials, methods, equipment and tools in related trade areas pertaining to facilities, systems, construction and renovation; thorough knowledge of generally accepted trade practices in trade specialty; working knowledge of computerized maintenance and building automation systems; working knowledge of applicable building and safety codes and regulations related to facilities, systems and renovations.
- Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate journey-level skill in one trade and strong skills in other applicable trades; operate construction and related equipment; use considerable judgment and discretion in performing duties; read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications; make rough sketches; estimate cost, time and materials of maintenance, repair and renovation work; maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems; prepare standard reports; provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; analyze and respond to emergency situations; read and write at a level appropriate to the position; and perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Operate a bobcat, backhoe; experience in welding, MIG, TIG, Arch and gas and soldering.
- Ability to perform semi-skill work of electrical, plumbing, locksmith, carpenter, painter and other general maintenance trades.
- Ability to perform proficiently a variety of semi-skilled facilities maintenance and repair tasks; operate all applicable tools, equipment and systems; follow standard written instructions and procedures; read and write at a level appropriate to the position; perform simple arithmetic calculations as required by the position; and demonstrate the ability to learn maintenance and repair functions.
- All positions require the performance of strenuous manual labor.
- The incumbent must have mobility and dexterity to move heavy equipment and furniture.
- Required to have good knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment used in general construction and maintenance repairs. The incumbent must be semi-skilled in general maintenance repairs and able to work at various heights.
- The incumbent must have the ability to: communicate effectively, operate hand tools; maintain records, perform basic arithmetic computations, and read and write a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
- Must also be skilled in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with coworkers and others contacted in the course of employment, and with customers. Must have the ability to work and communicate with others in in a manner and language that can be understood and conducive to teamwork environment, and to provide quality service to all customers.
- The incumbent will be required to safely drive a state vehicle to perform service calls at various on-campus locations. In addition, they may be required to drive a state vehicle within the surrounding community to obtain various parts/tools needed for repair jobs.
- Knowledge of the common terminology, methods, practices, tools and procedures, and the use of personal protection equipment related to building and facilities services, maintenance, and repair and/or building/construction for MEP trades. Ability to read and understand construction mechanical plans, and as-built documents.
- Combination of hands-on experience and training equivalent to 18 months of experience as trades assistant/laborer and/or trainee/apprentice in the HVAC trades maintenance and repair work, plus 12 months of hands-on experience in general facilities maintenance in the Electrical, Plumbing and/or other building mechanical systems.
- High school diploma or equivalent Valid California driver’s license Proof of insurance
Out of State Work
The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to the California State University Out-of-State Employment Policy.
Background Check
Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate’s conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to the California State University Background Check Policy.
CSU Classification Salary Range
This position is part of the teamster bargaining unit 6. The CSU Classification Standards for this position are located on the CSU Classification Standards website. The CSU Salary Schedule is located on the CSU Salary Schedule website. The classification salary range for this position according to the respective skill level is: minimum $5,355 and maximum $7,801 per month. Please refer to the anticipated hiring range for the appropriate salary rate for this particular position.
Employment Eligibility Verification
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University Driving Requirement
Positions that require driving for university business by using a personal or state vehicle must comply with the Authorized University Driver Policy. Driving records are monitored and evaluated by the Risk Management Department. The Risk Management Department evaluates a good driving report based on the following criteria. The driver must: 1. Have a valid California or other State Driver’s license. 2. Have no more than 3 motor vehicle violations or been the cause of 3 accidents in a 12-month period (or any combination of 3 thereof) 3. Not have more than 3 DMV Points, if their license is Class C or, 4. Not have more than 5 DMV Points, if their license is Class A, B, or C with endorsements. For more information, go to the Authorized University Driver Policy.
Conflict of Interest
This position is a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file financial interest disclosure forms subject to state regulations. For more information, go to the Conflict of Interest policy.
Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA)
The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Read more at the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act policy.
Security & Fire Safety
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Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster.
Reasonable Accommodation
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