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FARM MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (Farm Maintenance Mechanic)
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Position Number: 1626201
Location: Chico, CA
Position Type: Facilities Management

California State University, Chico

FARM MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (Farm Maintenance Mechanic)

Posting Number: VA1209

Primary Duties:
Working independently, under general direction, the Farm Maintenance Mechanic performs journey-level work in one or more mechanical trades and/or at a senior trade level in the maintenance, modification, design and repair of mechanical equipment, machinery, utility systems, buildings and facilities found on a diversified farm. Incumbents typically perform general and preventive facilities and systems maintenance, repair, and renovation work required for farm facilities. Typical duties may include renovating classrooms; surveying ground sites; directing the construction of forms and pouring of cement; maintaining, servicing and repairing of irrigation, domestic pressure, and animal waste lift pumps; maintaining, servicing and repairing of HVAC and plumbing systems; and performing all electric and gas welding and cutting. Additionally, incumbents develop job specifications, material requests and cost estimates for assigned jobs; maintain inventory of parts and materials; recommend purchase and storage of parts and equipment; instruct others in safety rules and ensure they are observed; maintain and prepare work records; may supervise a maintenance shop; and may work with students assigned to the farm or similar maintenance and construction projects.

Incumbents also may be assigned lead responsibilities for other journey-level crafts workers and/or semi-skilled assistants. Lead work direction involves making work assignments, laying out and coordinating the work flow for jobs, and preparing materials lists and supplies for jobs.

For a full description of job duties, please visit: https://csuchico.box.com/v/VA1209-Position-Description

Required Education:

These abilities normally would be acquired through four years of increasingly responsible experience leading to journey-level skills in a mechanical or facilities/building trade.
OR
Any equivalent combination of training and experience as a facilities and systems mechanic which demonstrates the achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of an applicable apprenticeship program.
AND
Two years of journey-level experience as a skilled crafts worker focused on mechanical maintenance, repair and renovation of more complex facilities and systems.

Special Requirements:

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check/and or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive. This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines.

The duties of this position will include participation in a decision that may have a material/financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, this is a designated position under the California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code and the incumbent will be required to file a Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest and is subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. (Group/Category: Procurement Card Holder, 2) Note this designation is applicable only if Procurement Card is issued.

Throughout employment in this position incumbent is required to possess a California Drivers License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment they are required to maintain and operate.

The selected candidate must pass a post-offer pre-employment physical examination.

Work hours consisting of an 8-hour shift, including weekend shifts. Overtime based on CSU, Chicos operational needs may be required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires ability to climb/descend ladders, work overhead and from heights; stopping bending, crawling, scooting, sitting; repetitive movements when using hand tools and computer mouse; must be able to carry 50 lbs/ push 75 lbs. Incumbent may be required to travel across campus to other offices and buildings on even and uneven surfaces.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Position requires incumbent to work indoors as well as outdoors in inclement weather. Working in noisy shop, around mechanical tools and agricultural equipment. Also works around a young and diverse group of college age students. May require PPE such as steel toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, respirator and tie-off gear. Work may involve exposure to hazardous materials.

Closing Date: 10/4/2019

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: CLICK TO APPLY

California State University, Chico employs only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. California State University, Chico is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Americans with Disabilities Act employer. An annual security report disclosing crime statistics for California State University, Chico can be obtained by contacting the California State University Police Department (530) 898-5555 or by accessing the following web site: http://www.csuchico.edu/up/