Building Mechanic Assistant

Building Mechanic Assistant

DepartmentFacilities - Maintenance

Terms and HoursVarying hours; up to 20 hrs/wk

Job CategoryStudent Employment

Hourly WagePortland Metro Minimum Wage ($15.95)

Job Summary

The Building Mechanics are responsible for maintaining the University facilities through regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance. This position reports to the Mechanic Supervisor and will assistant the Building Mechanics in replacing lightbulbs and ballasts, filters, screens, etc.; installing fixtures; light construction and plumbing; and some light cleaning of mechanical spaces and equipment.

A valid driver's license and a driving record background check are required prior to being hired. Student employees must also successfully complete Campus Safety's online driver safety training before driving on campus for this position.

The hours available to work are Monday through Friday, between 8:00am-4:30pm. We can be flexible with class scheduling. We are hiring for this position on a rolling basis.

Core Duties

Lightbulb replacement

Plumbing repairs

Fixture installations

Cleaning of mechanical spaces & equipment

Light construction/demolition

Ability to think through and solve problems in real-time

Assist with warehousing and inventory of parts

Drive University vehicles on campus to move tools, equipment, and supplies as needed

Be able to use OneDrive

Other relevant duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Valid driver's license

Must consent to a driving record background check

Ability to learn and abide by safety policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

Mechanical aptitude and interest

Previous experience with with minor plumbing and electrical repairs

Previous experience using basic hand tools

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 50lbs

Ability to work on your feet and be mobile for extended periods of time

Ability to use a ladder

Posting Detail Information

Posting NumberSE694-2023

Number of Vacancies2

Estimated Start Date06/27/2025

Open Date06/12/2025

Close Date09/01/2025

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have License?

Yes

No

* What is your availability to work between 8:00am and 4:30pm , Monday through Friday?

(Open Ended Question)

* Do you have experience with hand tools? (such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers, etc...)

Yes

No

* Are you willing to use a small ladder?

Yes

No

* Are you willing to be hands on and get dirty occasionally? (examples, dust, dirt, and rust. helping auto shop and or changing light bulbs.)

(Open Ended Question)

* What made you decide to apply for the Building Mechanic Assistant job?

(Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Contact

University of Portland

5000 N. Willamette Blvd

Portland, Oregon

97203-5798

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