What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Mechanic position at University Of Oregon?
Department Summary
Campus Planning and Facilities Management (CPFM) is a vibrant unit within the Finance and Administration portfolio. CPFM is comprised of five departments, and approximately 270 employees : Facilities Services, Utilities & Energy, Campus Planning, Office of Sustainability, and Design & Construction. CPFM is responsible for planning, building, maintaining, and operating the infrastructure that supports the University. As stewards of a physical legacy, CPFM enables the university community to achieve its potential by providing a campus that is safe, clean, beautiful, inspiring, and environmentally responsible.
CPFM values its commitment to collaboration, service excellence, diversity, problem-solving, and stewardship. CPFM takes pride in the campus’ ability to function seamlessly, while fostering an environment for educational excellence.
The Fleet Services Shop provides complete service for all UO vehicles and equipment which includes : all import and domestic cars and trucks, electric vehicles, golf carts, trailers, and ground equipment.
Position Summary
The purpose of this position is to service, maintain, and repair all fleet vehicles, motorized, and mobile equipment used by University of Oregon personnel. The fleet of vehicles and equipment includes passenger cars, pickups, vans, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, garbage trucks, loaders, backhoes, tractors, school buses, electric vehicles, air compressors, portable and stationary generators, welders, rollers, mowers, edgers, weed trimmers, rototillers, turf vacuums, chainsaws and miscellaneous powered and non-powered equipment. The incumbent may be responsible for conducting trainings with other University staff and students with mechanized vehicles and equipment.
Interactions / contacts occur daily with the campus community in the course of performing work and responding to emergencies.
This position works as a member of a team while frequently performing tasks independently. Decisions may be made about the best method and materials necessary to perform a particular task. They may also include setting priorities, assessing customer needs and responding to those needs.
Work is reviewed regularly by the Associate Director of Environmental Services to ensure it is performed efficiently, safely, and meets both expectations and applicable requirements. A performance appraisal is conducted annually.
Driver’s Certification :
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.
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 journey-level automotive mechanic's experience diagnosing and performing a variety of complex repair work on automobiles, trucks, or industrial equipment; OR
- Completion of an approved automotive mechanic program from an accredited institution and three years of journey-level automotive mechanic's experience.
The training and experience should show a majority of the following areas :
On your application, be specific in addressing your training and / or experience to the areas listed in the minimum qualifications.
Salary : $22 - $34
