General Maintenance Mechanic- Polytechnic campus

General Maintenance Mechanic- Polytechnic campus

Arizona State University
Campus: Tempe
JR124313

End Date: August 31, 2026

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma and two-years (2) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job profile Summary:

Serves as a certified trades worker in an area of specialty to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems.

Job Description:

Facilities Management, ASU Polytechnic campus, seeks a General Maintenance Mechanic experienced in commercial/industrial general maintenance of university buildings whose maintenance background is in institutional, commercial/industrial general maintenance to perform general maintenance of university buildings.

This position is based at the ASU Polytechnic campus, however, will require working at other ASU campus locations based on program need.

This posting will remain open until position is filled.

Essential Duties:

Carpentry maintenance duties:

• Maintenance and adjustment of auto door closers.
• Interior and exterior door preventative maintenance and replacement of door hardware such as flush bolts, push/pull handles, kick plates, door strikes, hinges, closers, weather stripping, smoke seals, door sweeps.
• Repair and replacement of several diverse types of flooring.
• Maintenance and replacement of damaged suspended ceiling systems and ceiling tiles.
• Small drywall repairs, including paint touch-up of drywall repairs.
• Skim coat, and texture finish.
• Roof patch repairs.

Plumbing maintenance duties:

• Plumbing repair and maintenance of public restrooms, labs, kitchens, etc.
• Maintain and re-build water closet flushometers, urinal flushometers, and multiple types and brands of faucets and under sink supplies.
• Clear all types of drain clogs and stoppages.
• Maintain public restroom toilet and urinal partitions and replacement of related hardware of partitions.

Electrical maintenance duties (for 277 volts):

• Maintenance and repair of lighting, ballast, lighting switches, and receptacles, sockets, tomstones, and diffusers
• Perform electrical troubleshooting utilizing multi-meters/volt detectors and circuit tracers.

HVAC duties:
Identify, organize, and change air filters

Other duties:

• First response to elevator trouble calls and performing basic troubleshooting of elevator door problems.
• Utilize various specific hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• Maintain daily logs/records with the use of computers/tablets.
• Interact effectively with customers and students
• Work within a team environment and contribute to team goals.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM

Hourly Wage: $21.49 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in commercial general maintenance or trades services (i.e. HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry)
• Experience in commercial 277-Volt electrical troubleshooting, maintenance and/or repair
• Experience in hospital/schools and/or commercial plumbing maintenance and/or repair
• Experience in commercial carpentry maintenance and/or repair
• Experience in Customer service
• Experience using work order applications (TMS)
• Evidence of effective verbal and written communication skills

Working Environment:

• Use electronic devices to coordinate work orders related to repairs (TMS)
• Drive University vehicles
• Maintain written daily logs/records
• Utilize specific hand tools and equipment related to essential duties
• Carry up to 50 lbs
• Stand, lift, bend, stoop, kneel to work under sink
• Work off ladders, scaffolding, single man lifts up to 40 feet
• Wear personal protective equipment (safety glasses, gloves)
• Work with team members, prioritize assignments, work within guidelines

Department Statement:
What’s in it for you?
Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as an inclusive culture and work/life balance? ASU offers the following:

• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Affordable benefits pac