Temporary Maintenance Mechanic ( Monday- Friday 7:00 A.M- 3:00 P.M.)

Duties:

Facilities management Housing is seeking a qualified TEMPORARY Maintenance Mechanic for the summer of 2025. Duties associated with this position include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting inspections, repairs, replacements, and adjustments to interior and exterior surfaces of Residence Halls, Dining Service locations and off campus housing

• Repairing furniture, window treatments and screens

• Replacing toilet seats, toilet paper dispensers, paper towel holders, toilet stall partitions

• Door and door hardware repairs

• Replacing and installing towel racks, shower curtains, coat hooks, floor tile, cove base, carpeting, ceiling tiles

• Minor concrete patching, plastering, and painting.

• Minor carpentry work such as hanging shelves, pictures, mirrors, light cover replacements, handrails, adjusting and replacing of door closers and repairs to door locks including Persona locks.

• Moving, repairing, and replacing appliances

• Drive University vehicles as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by the Managers and Lead Mechanic.

Requirement

• High School diploma or GED

Preferably

• minimum of three years of job experience directly related to the Building Maintenance Mechanic functions
• successful completion of two years technical school
• completion of shop classes dealing with carpentry or other building trades

Knowledge and skills needed to maintain building components such as furniture, fixtures, and floor systems, ceiling tiles, doors, and windows. Demonstrated ability to repair locks and lock hardware. Demonstrated proficiency in the safe and effective use of hand and power tools used in the carpentry trade. The incumbent must have the ability to lift up to 85 pounds on a regular basis. The incumbent must have the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time. A valid Pennsylvania Driver's License is required.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Department: Facilities Management

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1

Average number of working hours per week for this assignment: 40

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:00 A.M- 3:00 P.M.

Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?: Yes

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Requested Pay Rate: $28.17

Visa Sponsorship Provided:

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter

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