Facilities Mechanic III

Facilities Mechanic III

ArtCenter College of Design is searching for an experienced Facilities Mechanic III to join our team. The salary range for this position: $54,000.00 - 56,000.00 for a 35 hour work week.

Final salary is based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.

About ArtCenter

Founded in 1930 and located in Pasadena, California, ArtCenter College of Design is a global leader in art and design education and has had an international reputation for its rigorous, transdisciplinary curriculum, faculty of professionals, strong ties to industry, and commitment to socially responsible design. ArtCenter is a private nonprofit fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Every position at ArtCenter plays an important part in carrying out the cultural values, goals, strategic vision, and mission of the College. This includes upholding and cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Mechanic III is responsible for performing alteration and repair of all ArtCenter buildings, HVAC systems, and mechanical equipment. This position maintains the building systems such as heating, air and ventilation (HVAC), lighting and electrical, plumbing and landscaping, along with providing setup and manpower support for various departments.

This is a technical full-time on-site position with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:30 to 3:30 p.m. The position is primarily based at Hillside Campus and will rotate shifts with staff at South Campus. The demands of this work may include weekends or evenings. The college reserves the right to modify schedules as needed to meet the business needs with appropriate notice.

Essential Functions

General Maintenance and Repair 80%

• Perform hands-on general building maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC support, lighting, wall repairs, painting, carpentry, and minor roof and furniture repairs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic issues with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems; clean mechanical components such as bearings, fan housings, drain pans, and machine rooms.
• Install and repair fixtures and equipment, including fire extinguishers, bulletin boards, seismic anchors, bathroom fixtures, cabinetry hardware, windows, doors, fences, and gates.
• Operate forklifts, grounds vehicles, hand tools, power tools, and landscaping equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform plumbing maintenance including clearing drain stoppages and cleaning sediment traps.
• Coordinate with the Lead Facilities Mechanic to identify tasks that require higher-level technical expertise.

Safety -10%

• Attend all assigned EHS and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) education workshops.
• Stay current on all safety practices and procedures per manufacturer's requirements and federal/state requirements.
• Strictly adhere to EHS policies and procedures.

Other 10%

• Use good judgment to take appropriate, basic actions when a problem arises, even without detailed instructions, as long as it is safe to do so.
• Complete assigned work orders, received verbally, in writing, or electronically, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Follow departmental procedures for ordering, maintenance, inventory, and documentation of supplies and materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience and education
• 6 years of hands-on technical experience in maintenance and/or building repair on complex building systems
• Valid California Driver License
• Ability to read, write and understand the English language to be able to interact effectively with staff, faculty and vendor
• Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Building Management/Automation Systems (BMS)
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, follow through on assignments, and manage tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to function effectively both as a team member and independently based on operational needs
• Ability to work efficiently under frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and tight or changing deadlines
• Effective problem solving and judgment in assessing situations and determining appropriate actions
• Reliable, resourceful, proactive, and able to balance multiple priorities
• Ability and willingness to work in confined spaces, at heights, outdoors, and to pull and lift objects up to 50lbs in weight
• Flexibility to work weekends, nights and respond to emergency repairs as needed
• Knowledge of and ability to safely use light power tools, ladders, and basic hand tools
• Customer service-focused individual with excellent written and oral communication skills, detail-oriented, highly organized, able to balance priorities, takes initiative, reliable and resourceful
• Demonstrated experience in cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment into workplace practices within ArtCenter's diverse communities
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to complete tasks in a timely, well-structured manner

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or technical degree from a recognized trade school, or equivalent experience
• Certifications in specialized areas of maintenance
• Certifications in fall protection, aerial work platforms, and industrial lift trucks

Diversity Statement

ArtCenter is fully committed to fostering a culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, access and belonging not only in vision but in practice. Our path forward is predicated on our belief that multiple points of view, life experiences, ethnicities, cultures and belief systems are essential to academic and creative excellence. We strive to learn more about difference while respecting the rich diversity in our world, attending to important questions about racial injustice and decolonizing our curriculum. Our campus environment must be vigilant in supporting the full participation of students, faculty, and staff of every race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, socioeconomic status and political viewpoint.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ArtCenter is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants on the basis of race (including hair texture and protective hairstyle), color, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and/or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer, or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical, including HIV/AIDS, cancer, and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for family care or medical leave, age (over 40), criminal background (Fair Chance Act), reproductive health decision-making, off-duty and off-premises cannabis use, or any other actual or perceived characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. Equal employment opportunity is extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including without limitation, recruitment, hiring, upgrading, learning and professional development, promotion, compensation, benefits, leave of absence, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of ArtCenter and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of ArtCenter. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Employee Experience and Engagement at (626) 396-2470.

Applicant Rights (Prior Cannabis Use)

ArtCenter will not request information from an applicant relating to the applicant's prior use of cannabis. ArtCenter will not use information obtained from a criminal history about an applicant or employee's prior cannabis use, unless ArtCenter is permitted to consider that information under applicable law.

Employment At-Will

All employment with ArtCenter is for an unspecified term and is "at-will." Employees are free to resign at any time, with or without reason, and with or without prior notice. Similarly, ArtCenter has the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without prior notice. This "at-will" employment, which includes the College's right to transfer, discipline, demote, or change the conditions of employment with or without cause and with or without prior notice, cannot be modified, amended or waived by any oral or implied agreement, and may be modified or altered only by an express individualized written employment agreement signed by both the employee and the College president.

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