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General Maintenance Mechanic (Phoenix) (Multiple Positions)
Posting Number
req26777
Department
Planning & Operations Phoenix
Department Website Link
https://phx.ufs.arizona.edu/
Location
Greater Phoenix Area
Address
Phoenix, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Phoenix Bioscience Core (PBC) is a 30-acre, urban medical and bioscience campus with more than 1.7 million square-feet of biomedical-related research, academic, and clinical facilities with plans for more than 6 million square-feet at build out. It is the only site where you will find all 3 of Arizona's public universities in one location conducting and collaborating in research. University Facility Services-Phoenix is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for learning, research and work through the highest quality facilities maintenance staff. This position's primary focus will be to provide the faculty, staff, students and visitors of the University with the best maintained and the safest buildings possible through staff dedication and teamwork.
Due to the nature of our educational environment, this position may occasionally work evenings and weekends to reduce noise or to support other facilities management activities during non-traditional business hours.
The position will perform skilled work in the maintenance, repair, alteration, and remodeling of buildings, offices and other campus facilities. Work is performed independently, in teams, or by assisting skilled trade positions. Assignments involve numerous trade areas, such as carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, drywall, concrete and other office needs.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Performsgeneral maintenance and repair work on various building items and equipmentunder general supervision.
• Assists with duties, including patch and paint,heating/cooling. flooring, lighting, event activity set-up, delivery ofmaterials, and the clean-up of shop and work areas.
• Assists skilled tradesemployees with daily activities on assigned jobs.
• Maintains facility grounds and environment in a clean, attractive, orderly, safe, andhealthy condition.
• Maintains records of repairs and equipment requiring futureservice.
• Maintains allclassroom and residential buildings, laboratories, libraries and all publicspaces in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

Knowledge,Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge ofcarpentry, drywall repair, flooring, painting, concrete, basic plumbing,heating and air conditioning and landscape maintenance.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.
Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience is required, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, apprenticeship training, and relevant experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance and repair work.

FLSA
Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$20.33 - $25.41
Compensation Type
hourly rate
Grade
5
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level
OC2
Job Family
Skilled Crafts & Trades
Job Function
Facil, Grounds, & Infra
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
2
Target Hire Date
9/28/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
HR-UFSPlanning@arizona.edu
Open Date
8/12/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.