General Maintenance Mechanic

Review of Applications Begins

March 23, 2026; open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered, please complete an Online Application that addresses how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications here (copy & paste), careers.uoregon. edu/en-us/job/536403/general-maintenance-mechanic. Please see the Position Summary for shift time, on call rotation, and driving requirements.

Department Summary

Campus Planning and Facilities Management (CPFM) is a dynamic unit within the Finance and Administration portfolio, comprising seven departments and approximately 300 dedicated employees:

• Building Operations and Maintenance

• Campus Planning

• Custodial and Exterior Services

• Design & Construction

• Work Management and Administrative Support

• Office of Sustainability

• Utilities & Energy

CPFM is responsible for planning, building, maintaining, and operating the infrastructure that supports the University of Oregon. As stewards of the university’s physical legacy, CPFM empowers the university community to reach its full potential by providing a campus that is safe, clean, beautiful, inspiring, and environmentally responsible.

CPFM is committed to collaboration, service excellence, diversity, problem-solving, and stewardship. We take pride in ensuring the campus functions seamlessly, fostering an environment where educational excellence can thrive.

Building Operations and Maintenance includes Maintenance Support, Carpentry, Building Automation Systems (BAS), Electrical, Painting, Plumbing, Mechanical, Lock and Door, and Fleet Services. These teams handle the maintenance, repair, and minor renovation of university buildings, vehicles, and equipment at the Eugene and Portland campuses. Their work ensures that the University of Oregon community has a safe, efficient, reliable, functional, and attractive learning environment, supporting the University’s mission and vision. Together, they are committed to creating a place where excellence thrives and everyone can succeed.

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to apply technical skills to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and remodel tasks on mechanical systems. This role supports Building Operations and Maintenance in providing the campus community with a high-quality physical environment for work and study.

Interactions/contacts occur daily with the campus community in the course of performing work and responding to emergencies.

Position works as a member of a team. Position will work independently or collaboratively depending on needs identified by supervisor or lead worker. The incumbent makes decisions on work priorities, scheduling, necessary material and equipment, the means of accomplishing duties, and personal and public safety. These decisions affect work productivity and protection of the aesthetic quality and monetary investment of the campus buildings.

Work is reviewed directly by the Mechanical Shop supervisor and/or lead worker to ensure it is performed efficiently, safely, and meets both expectations and applicable requirements. A performance appraisal is conducted annually.

Shift time may vary within a Monday through Friday daytime schedule, typically between 7am and 5pm.

Driving Requirement:

It is an essential requirement of this position to qualify for and maintain UO driver's certification eligibility, which includes maintaining an Oregon driver’s license throughout employment in this position.

On Call Rotation:

This position will be required to participate in an on call rotation. Being on call requires the participant to live in an area with cell phone reception or to be within cell phone reception for the entire duration of the on call period. On call also requires the participant to be within a 1 hour drive of the UO campus for the entire duration of the on call period to be able to respond to issues if needed. On call periods are typically 1-4 weeks in duration.

Essential Personnel:

This unit may provide essential services during times of emergencies and inclement weather. This position may be required to fulfill essential services and functions during these times.

Minimum Requirements

• Four years of experience maintaining, repairing, and fabricating parts for machinery, tools, and equipment such as automobiles, trucks, hydraulic systems, lift trucks, etc.; OR

• Completion of an approved Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship Program.

Professional Competencies

• Perform duties in a way that advances and supports the mission of the department and university.

• Work effectively in a diverse team environment and create effective relationships for problem solving and positive interactions.

• Take initiative, looking for what needs to be done and doing it.

• Pay close attention to detail.

• Maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace.

• Maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude.

• Model the highest ethical standards.

• Provide superior customer service.

Preferred Qualifications

• State of Oregon Asbestos Workers card or Supervisors card.

• Experience with chilled water and heating water systems.

• Experience changing motors, shivs and pumps.

FLSA Exempt: No