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Overview

At UCLA Housing & Hospitality Services, the Resident Mechanic plays a crucial role in maintaining and repairing residential appliances and systems, contributing to the overall excellence of housing and hospitality services provided to the UCLA community.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain plumbing, electrical, and mechanical components of residential appliances.
• Install, adjust, maintain, and repair refrigeration systems and equipment.
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks on plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Write concise and accurate reports and complete logs of work performed.
• Load and unload mechanical equipment from various surfaces.
• Interact courteously and professionally with department contacts and UCLA personnel.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2 years previous experience working on HVAC equipment.
• General knowledge of refrigeration equipment and repair techniques.
• Working knowledge of residential kitchen equipment and plumbing procedures.
• Knowledge of heating, ventilation, refrigeration equipment, and distribution systems.
• Understanding of 120/208V electrical systems and testing equipment.
• Ability to perform semi-skilled plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry repairs.
• Skill in operating hand and power tools.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks as required.
• Valid CA noncommercial Class C License.
• Universal certificate from EPA for handling CFC's and HCFC's.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
• Union/Policy Covered: K4-Skilled Crafts-UCLA.