Facilities Mechanic (HVAC)

FAC MECH (008217)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT341500-JC008217-PD168696

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

807984

Approved Date:

4/10/2026 4:48:09 PM

Date Last Edited:

4/10/2026 4:48:06 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

2/8/2024

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR

Division Code:

5901D

Division:

ADMINISTRATION

Department:

341500 - MAINTENANCE AND ALTERATIONS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT341500-JC008217-PD168696

Position Description ID

168696

UC Payroll Title:

FAC MECH (008217)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

K4: Los Angeles Skilled Craft

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40039987

Reports to Payroll Title:

SKLD CRAFTS AND TRADES SUPV 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40052079

Department Head Payroll Title:

SKLD CRAFTS AND TRADES MGR 1

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of a journey-level crafts person, Hospital Zone (HK) managers and or HK superintendent perform all assigned work in Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center (RRUMC), Center for Health Sciences Complex (CHS), Peter Morton Building (200 Medical Plaza), 300 Medical Plaza, Tiverton Guest House, Wasserman Building, and the West Medical Building. Perform routine and semi-skilled tasks related to the HVAC trade independently or as part of a crew, such as, alterations and repair of equipment and/or assist journeypersons with installation and preventive maintenance of HVAC equipment, compressors, and auxiliary equipment used in the manufacture and distribution of steam, chilled water, compressed air and distilled water.  Assist in the repair of steam lines and vacuum pumps.  Operate tools and equipment related to the HVAC trade.  Operate and maintain a variety of power and hand tools, transport materials, clean job sites, and observe good safety practices are observed on the job site and that tools and equipment are used with caution.  Maintain logs of completed tasks. Perform various other routine or semi-skilled duties related to construction trades including those tasks normally performed by a Facilities Worker.

Supporting the University’s mission by creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We aim to maintain and improve campus buildings, grounds, and infrastructure through responsive, efficient, and customer focused service.

Maintenance and Repair

1. Perform full range of duties required of a Facility Mechanic, perform routine and semi-skilled maintenance, alterations and repair of campus buildings and related facilities. (E)  2. Assist journeypersons with installation and preventive maintenance of HVAC equipment, compressors and auxiliary equipment used in the manufacture and distribution of steam, chilled water, compressed air and distilled water. (E)  3. Identify and select proper materials, equipment, and tools for a particular job. (E)  4. At the request of managers(s), Leads, or Journey person respond to trouble calls involving a simple repair or replacement. (E)  5. Assist in the repair of steam lines and vacuum pumps. (E)  6. Perform all work performed by a Facilities Worker. (E)  7. Work from blueprints, drawings, or oral instructions. 8. Report discrepancies in existing blueprints to supervisor in order to keep existing as built as current as possible.

75%

Administrative Task

1. Maintain logs of completed tasks. (E)  2. Submit completed trouble tickets or FSR to supervisor for closing out project. (E)  3. Complete Material Transfer Forms and submit to Supervisor or Manager for approval. (E)  4. Request tools and equipment, materials, parts, etc. and submit to Supervisor. (E)  5. Orally discuss jobs with supervisor in order to keep apprised of job progress and to resolve any problem(s) related to job. (E)

5%

General Duties

1. Maintain accurate hours worked on each job. (E)  2. Operate and maintain a variety of power and/or hand tools and equipment related to the HVAC trade. (E)  3. Transport materials, equipment, and personnel to and from job site. (E)  4. Follow all establish safety procedures at all times including inspecting tools and equipment for signs of damage, malfunction or deterioration on a regular basis. (E)  5. Upon completion of work, clean up job site and return equipment, materials, tools, radios, pagers and Kronos wands to designated storage areas. (E)  6. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as requested by supervisor. (E)  7. Respond to off-hour emergencies and overtime as required. 8. Provide direction to Facilities Workers or unskilled workers.

20%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Driver License

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Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles.

Required

General knowledge, practice and procedures of HVAC trade sufficient to provide routine assistance to journeypersons.

Required

Ability to: perform routine and semi-skilled tasks assisting Service Engineers and Steam Operating Engineers; make minor repairs/installations, or perform preventive maintenance on a variety of University equipment/systems; make minor repairs, replacements, or installations using a variety of trade skills and equipment/tools; provide direction to Facilities Workers.

Required

Working knowledge of: various hand tools, power equipment and supplies of the HVAC trade; standard safe work practices, equipment, and methods.

Required

Skill in: performing basic mathematical calculations (adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing 4-digit numbers and fractions); reading standard English text required to comprehend work orders, reports, operating instructions clearly and accurately, and carrying out assignments; writing standard English phrases using correct grammar and spelling to complete reports.

Required

Ability to: stand, crawl, walk and stoop; push, pull and lift or lower objects weighing up to 50 lbs; work indoors and outdoors, in wet or humid weather, and in fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures; work under adverse situations.

Required

Skill in: working independently or as part of a work crew; following through on assignments with minimal direction.

Required

Ability to: establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers, clients, supervisors, managers, vendors, outside agencies, and other entities; use oral communication skills to communicate diplomatically and effectively with co-workers, staff and departmental staff.

Required

Ability to: observe all safety practices; work in confined spaces wearing full protective respirator equipment; read blueprints, project specifications, and technical trade related manuals.

Required

Ability to: adhere to department policies and procedures; work overtime and weekends and ability to work various shifts; prioritize assignments and complete projects in a timely manner; consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

Color Vision Testing

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Medical Center/Clinic

Location:

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical Skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.