Facilities Maintenance Technician II
Department: Maintenance
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Diaz Compean Student Union
Reporting To: Chris Lake
Compensation: $33.70 - $42.46 / hour
Description
Position Overview
The Student Union, Inc. is 501(c)(3) nonprofit auxiliary that maintains three major facilities at San José State University in downtown San José, California. These facilities include the Diaz Compean Student Union Building, the Provident Credit Union Event Center, and the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center. The Student Union, Inc. functions as part of the Student Affairs Division on campus, and is governed by a Board of Directors made up of a student majority, faculty, and administrators.
Mission
The Student Union, Inc. of San Jose State University supports the development, growth, and well-being of students and the campus community by providing diverse programs, desired services, and quality facilities to enhance the collegiate experience.
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Maintenance Technician II performs general maintenance in the Student Union, Event Center and Recreation Center facilities. The purpose of this position is to provide quality, courteous, and timely facilities maintenance services to all internal and external customers; to produce quality work at or above the industry standard; to perform skilled and semiskilled work in any of several trades such as carpentry, painting, plaster and building maintenance; and to provide safe, secure, and sanitary spaces for all who use Student Union Inc. facilities.
Decision Making / Guidelines
Independent evaluation of maintenance and repair requirements, materials, tools and equipment need. Determination of method of accomplishment and prioritization of work effort. Determination of the safest and most efficient/effective manner of accomplishing each task. Who and what may be affected by shut down for repairs, who to notify, and what advanced notice is required. The decisions made effect the safety, and working conditions of all students, community, and staff. Work is assigned verbally or through written work orders. Work is reviewed upon completion for quality, timeliness, and compliance to fire codes, building codes, and agency regulations, policies, and guidelines.
Position Duties:
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40% GENERAL MAINTENANCE: General maintenance and installations as needed. Includes but is not limited to: VCT and ceramic tiles, flooring, ceiling tiles, pressure washing, site clearance, hang shelving and pictures, minor plumbing repairs (e.g., replacing faucets, fixing leaks, or clearing clogged drains), replacing lamps, preventive maintenance inspections and service, aquatic pool maintenance, warehousing of attic stock, and other duties as assigned.
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20% CARPENTRY: Performs general carpentry work on floors, roofs, stairs, partitions, doors, windows, and a variety of wood fixtures; repairs tables, desks, chairs, benches, and other furniture.
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15% SUPPORT STUDENT UNION INC. PROJECT WORK: In support of Student Union Inc. work parties, in-house refresh projects, or perform other work as needed in support of the broader Student Union Inc. team workload. Assist with light-guage metal framing. Repairing gypsum board, applying acoustic insulation, finalizing surfacing with taping and mudding tools, and applying texture from a texture machine. May include moving furnishings and fixtures to prepare site for work.
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10% PLASTER: Removes loose, chipped, cracked, or damaged plaster and lath; installs new lath, plasterboard or drywall; mixes and applies plaster, stucco, mortar or cement; finishes and prepares surface for painting with use of sanders. Builds, alters, or repairs brick, stone, or concrete block walls, buildings, roofs, and marble or tile surfaces; lays tile, brick, concrete blocks or other stone building material, using mortar or appropriate medium; pours or finishes concrete; patches existing surfaces; builds concrete forms; nails sheet-rock to framing; sands sheet-rock to finished texture; uses power tools such as sanders, saws, drills, and nailing guns to accomplish tasks.
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10% PAINTING: Inspects work site for proper equipment; moves furniture away from work site; may determine and requisition appropriate coating materials and equipment, and compute work time needed to complete the job; may schedule the job; erects and dismantles scaffolding; masks and covers protected work areas; scrapes, cleans, patches, tapes and coats dry wall; sands and/or power washes surfaces of interior and exterior walls, floors, ceilings, furniture, cabinets, woodwork, parking lots, vehicles or equipment; fills cracks, plasterboard joints, nail holes, dents and pores; caulks and waterproofs; applies coating materials such as oil base and water base paints, varnish, lacquer, epoxy, sealers, undercoating and primers, by brush, roller, and/or sprayer.
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5% LEAD WORK: Training, planning work & assigning work for Student Employees on special projects and post occupancy room turns. Create an inclusive working environment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Three years of general building maintenance experience in one or more of the following trade areas: carpentry, electrical, mechanical, painting, plumbing, and welding.
- NOTE: Some positions may require licensure or certification in a specific trade area.
Additional Required Qualifications
- A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and creating an inclusive working environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Knowledge
- Knowledge of basic building maintenance systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and custodial support
- Knowledge of safety procedures, OSHA standards, and safe tool operation
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance and work order systems
- Knowledge of basic repair techniques and facility maintenance practices
- Skills
- Skilled in troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance repairs
- Effective communication and customer service skills
- Time management and task prioritization skills
- Ability to safely operate maintenance tools and equipment
- Abilities
- Ability to perform preventative and corrective maintenance tasks
- Ability to read work orders, manuals, and basic technical documents
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to respond to maintenance emergencies and operational needs
Work Requirements
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Physical Demands
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment, and materials
- Ability to work in confined spaces, on ladders, and in mechanical areas
- Ability to safely operate maintenance vehicles, tools, and equipment
- Work Environment
- Work performed in indoor and outdoor campus environments
- Frequent exposure to maintenance, repair, and construction areas
- Exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and mechanical hazards
- Fast-paced environment with changing maintenance priorities and emergency response needs
Employment Information & Policies
BENEFITS
This position is employed through Student Union at San Jose State University which offers an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision insurance (fully paid on selected packages by the company for the employee and dependents), Life and Supplemental Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, paid Holidays, 403(b) retirement program, tuition reimbursement, employee development opportunities and more.
Post-Employment Benefits: The Student Union, Inc. provides lifetime retiree medical and dental coverage to eligible employees and their dependents who retire at the age of 55 and have 5 or more years of employment with the Student Union, Inc.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
The Student Union of San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. The Student Union and SJSU have a firm and unambiguous commitment to the active elimination of discrimination, and the affirmative recruitment of a diverse, multi-racial community of students, faculty and staff.
Background Check and Fingerprinting
Student Union employees are required to undergo and complete a successful background check that includes verification of employment and education, as well as a check of criminal records for employment. Candidates for positions where the employee will come in regular contact with minors and cash management will be required to be fingerprinted. This policy includes emergency hires and may also be applicable to volunteers depending on the work performed.
In some cases, the background check will include a credit check and/or a Department of Motor Vehicles check, as well as a check of licenses and certificates when applicable. All background checks are conducted through the Student Union third-party vendor, Accurate Background.
California State University (CSU) Learning & Development
Within the first month, all employees are required to complete the following compliance online training sessions through CSULearn, the University's employee training platform. Employees will be enrolled in the training soon after their appointment is processed and will be notified via email from
[email protected].
- Injury and Illness Prevention Program
- Discrimination and Harassment for Supervisors/Non-Supervisors
- Gender Equity and Title IX Prevention Program (Title IX)
- Data Security and FERPA
- Mandated Reporters of Child Abuse
California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
All Student Union at San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
