General Maintenance Mechanic (Zone C)

General Maintenance Mechanic (Zone C)- Tempe campus

Arizona State University
Campus: Tempe
JR127418

End Date: December 17, 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 (Zone C- Athletics) seeks a General Maintenance Mechanic with a background in institutional, commercial/industrial general maintenance to coordinate work activities of others and perform general maintenance of university buildings.

Essential Duties

Electrical maintenance duties for 120 and 277 volts:

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

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.

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.

Other duties:
First response to elevator trouble calls and performing basic troubleshooting of elevator issues.
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, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 6:30am to 5:00pm, off on Wednesdays.

This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus but will require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Salary Rate
$21.49 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Desired Qualifications

• Two years of general maintenance and repair experience OR equivalent combination of experience.
• Experience working in a maintenance capacity in hospitals/schools/large manufacturing facilities
• Experience in electrical maintenance and repair of hospitals, schools, etc.
• Experience in 120/277v electrical maintenance and repair
• Experience in plumbing maintenance and repair of hospitals, schools, etc.
• Evidence of effective communication skills to perform essential functions.

Working Environment

• Drive University vehicles
• Utilize specific hand tools and equipment related to essential duties
• Carry up to 50 pounds, 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, hearing protection, respirator)

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 package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
• Disability and leave program fo