Building Mechanic Assistant
Listed on 2026-01-20
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, General Labor, Building Maintenance
About the Role
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 light bulbs and ballasts, filters, screens, etc.; installing fixtures; light construction and plumbing; and some light cleaning of mechanical spaces and equipment.
Work Hours and HiringThe 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
- 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 One Drive
- Other relevant duties as assigned
- Valid driver’s license
- Must consent to a driving record background check
- Ability to learn and abide by safety policies and procedures
- Mechanical aptitude and interest
- Previous experience with minor plumbing and electrical repairs
- Previous experience using basic hand tools
- Ability to lift 50lbs
- Ability to work on your feet and be mobile for extended periods of time
- Ability to use a ladder
Posting Number SE881-2023
Number of Vacancies 2
Estimated Start Date 01/05/2026
Open Date 12/12/2025
Close Date 01/31/2026
Supplemental Questions- * 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 apply for the Building Mechanic Assistant job?
(Open Ended Question)
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- University of Portland
- 5000 N. Willamette Blvd
- Portland, Oregon
- recruitment
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