Specialized Equipment Mechanic, Senior

Specialized Equipment Mechanic, Senior

Location: Facility Srv: Landscaping
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 607216
Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Workplace Culture

NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.



Special Information

• This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare. The successful candidate will be required to work 7:30am to 4:30pm - Monday through Friday.
• Employees of Facility Services are considered essential staff and must report to work when the university is closed for emergencies. This position is required to participate in on-call, call back duties and snow removal, which can include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Under established circumstances will respond to emergency dispatch calls within set timeframes Administrative or Campus Living buildings.
• The majority of the work is performed indoors in a shop setting. There will be some travel to worksites to pick up or drop off equipment, train employees on specialized equipment, and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Working conditions include but are not limited to: restricted movement, dirty environments, lifting and moving heavy objects.
• Travel between campus locations is a regular part of the position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive, on university business to pass an online defensive driving course and submit their driver's license number for periodic records review. The law affects all faculty, staff and students who drive any university-owned motorized vehicles. For more information on NAU Authorized Driver Policy

Job Description

The Specialized Equipment Mechanic, Senior:

• Repairs and maintains the university's grounds equipment to ensure orderly operation without disruption to university functions.
• Monitors and maintains records of equipment inventory and information and prepares reports with information related to university grounds equipment and plans to be used for recommendations.
• Answers questions and resolves issues related to university grounds equipment.

This position:

• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Complies with all job-specific safety requirements and procedures identified in hazard assessments.
• Proactively participates in accident prevention efforts and responds to injuries and accidents promptly to modify activities and prevent further accidents.
• Observes and performs all tasks within established guidelines and instructions; adheres to and demonstrates all safety rules and procedures as it relates to chemical, electrical, and mechanical safety regulations.

University employees are responsible for maintaining the highest ethical standards of conduct and are expected to practice integrity, trustworthiness, respect, stewardship, compliance, confidentiality, professionalism and respect to maintain a safe and trusting environment.

Preventative Maintenance and Repairs - 75%

Inspects, diagnoses, repairs, cleans, installs, and performs preventive maintenance for grounds equipment, such as:

• Bobcats
• Gators
• riding lawnmowers
• push mowers
• weed eaters
• chainsaws
• hedge trimmers
• hand tools
• gas, diesel
• mixed fuel
• electric small engines
• hydraulic systems on bobcats
• snowplows,
• spreaders
• snow blowers
• plow attachments
• plow blades
• spreaders into the beds of trucks
• light replacement
• other grounds equipment as assigned

• Repairs and replaces tires on equipment.
• Coordinates large repairs with NAU Fleet Services or contractor.
• Operates diagnostic electronic equipment for troubleshooting electrical problems.
• Pick up and delivery of grounds equipment to perform work.
• Complete assigned work orders.

Record Keeping and Inventory - 10%

• Monitors and maintains grounds equipment inventory on computer using a maintenance tracking system.
• Monitors, maintains, purchases and orders equipment replacement parts inventory and requisitions replacement parts.
• Writes basic reports and communications to provide information.
• Organizes and maintains equipment owners' manuals
• Organizes appropriate documentation to ensure mechanical work complies with university policies.

Customer Service - 5%

• Provide superior customer service to the campus community.
• Responsible for initiating measures to improve customer service within the area, LOS Services, and Facility Services.
• Takes a proactive role in promoting and supporting Facility Services mission and vision.
• Receives and responds to inquiries from campus members regarding NAU grounds equipment and mechanical policies.

Employee Training and Development - 5%

• Provides technical direction to grounds crews on proper and safe use of equipment.
• Participates in job related training.

Other - 5%

• Makes recommendations to management for new equipment purchases.
• Removes snow and ice from walkways, parking lots, etc. using shovels and/or snow-blower.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Possession of a current Arizona Type D driver's license.
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Welding and/or fabrication experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of university specialized equipment maintenance and relevant policies.
• Knowledge in the electrical repair and maintenance of power, switching, and circuit boards on specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical work including engine maintenance and repair.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of routine work processes and tools required for equipment preventative maintenance and repair.

Skills

• Record keeping skills.
• Mechanical skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Abilities

• Follows standard university grounds equipment maintenance safety principles and guidelines with minimal latitude for personal decision making.
• Balances competing priorities.
• Troubleshoots problems and applies mechanical/electrical repair and maintenance techniques.
• Demonstrates problem solving, organizational, and analytical capabilities.
• Communicates effectively.
• Promotes a diverse, inclusive environment.

Background Information

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Salary

Anticipated salary range is $37,584 - $45,023. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

FLSA Status

This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The incumbent is eligible for overtime pay or compensatory time according to University policy. Further, the employee must submit timesheets that accurately reflect all hours worked.

Benefits

This is a Classified Staff (CLS) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System; paid vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available on the Human Resources benefits website. Classified Staff employees are in a probationary status for their first six months at NAU. NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. Additionally, new employees will begin participating in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date.

Learning and Development

Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.

Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Application Deadline

June 26, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Know Your Rights Poster

NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.



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