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Building Services Assistant

Associated Students, San Diego State University
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/19/2026
GENERAL PURPOSE: Under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, and leadership of the Building Services Coordinator and Building Services Engineers, the Building Services Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks for Aztec Recreation facilities and equipment. Facilities and equipment repairs include but are not limited to: HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, lighting, mechanical, painting, changing air filters, and building modifications, repair of commercial fitness equipment, laundry equipment, general preventative maintenance of buildings and equipment as assigned. Building Services Assistant will also perform basic/minor repairs to floors, walls, fixtures, equipment and furniture. Overall the Building Services Assistant maintains the high standard of the Aztec Recreation experience while working on the floor at the Aztec Recreation Center and other facilities.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPrimary FunctionsFollows the leadership and direction of the Building Services Coordinator and Building Services Engineers in performing daily assigned dutiesReviews FMX work order list daily, completes FMX work order submittals, and performs maintenance repair tasks as assigned, to ensure that all Aztec Recreation (ARC, ARC Express, Racquetball and Aquaplex) facilities are cleaned and maintainedPerforms emergency and scheduled repairs to buildings, furniture and equipmentEnsures that facility/equipment repair and storage areas are neat, clean and orderlyConducts regular walk-throughs of the facilities and inspects equipment to ensure preventative maintenance is performed in a timely manner, to include all ARC and ARC Express weight-room and complex cardiovascular-fitness equipmentPaints various facility areas and equipment using approved methods; repairs floors (carpet, tile, wood), walls and ceilings, replaces light bulbs, ballast and fuses; repairs electrical lines and fixturesMaintains and repairs building fixtures, locks, windows and doors, repairs and maintains plumbing fixtures, including several large commercial laundry equipment piecesPerforms regular servicing and preventative maintenance procedures on all equipment.Assists in maintaining and repairing exercise equipment, recreational and bowling equipmentInspects and diagnoses deficiencies in equipment and/or operations, identifies replacement parts and supplies and prepares ordersMaintains accurate records of parts, costs, and machine performancePerforms semi-regular custodial tasks in keeping bathrooms clean and supplies stocked and replenishedAssists with the moving, relocation and set up of furniture, fixtures and equipmentEnsure the implementation of appropriate risk management plan, including being confident as the first respondent to all injuries and accidentsSupports and assists sustainability initiatives and goalsCompletes other maintenance work as assignedCustomer Service and CollaborationEstablishes and maintains working relationships with various A.S. and University departmentsEnsures customer service standards are met; responding to customer inquiries in a timely mannerMaintains positive and effective working relationships with all customersInforms supervisor of any customer issuesSafety Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policiesAdheres to Associated Students' Code of Safe PracticesReports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence Ensures completion proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/or non-employee) and forwards to supervisorReports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediatelyQUALIFICATIONSMinimum & Preferred RequirementsEducation:Students must be enrolled in at least half time units at SDSU (6 units undergraduate; 3 units graduate). International students must have full-time enrollment at SDSU (12 units undergraduate; 6 units graduate).Global Campus units do not meet the SDSU unit requirements. Must be in good academic standingMust be eligible to work in the United States Engineering majors preferredExperience:Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds repetitively and be able to stand for long periodsBackground in fixing and repairing building fixtures and/or mechanical equipment is preferredLicense & Certification:Must have American Red Cross CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications before the first day of workValid California Driver's License with proof of current insurance requiredTrainings:Anti-Harassment training (must be completed with 30 days of hire)Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire) Gender Awareness Training (Must be completed with 30 days of hire)PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONSMust professionally represent Aztec Recreation, Associated Students and San Diego State University at all timesMust be able to perform a high level of customer service in a diverse and constantly changing environmentMust commit to values of diversity, multiculturalism, and higher education Must be a self-starter and be willing to initiate interactions with members and guestsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESInterest in repair and maintenance of facilities and equipmentDesire to learn new maintenance and engineering skillsExcellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate and communicate effectively with a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, colleagues and guestsMust have strong English language skills and the ability to read, write and verbally communicate at a level appropriate to the duties of the positionAbility to operate a computer, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel,PowerPoint) and ability to learn and utilize new software programsAbility to manage information flow (including internal, external and customer communication)SCHEDULE & WORKING CONDITIONSThis is a part-time position. Must be available 8-20 hours a week, including evenings and weekends; employee schedules vary according to business needs.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work conditions may vary depending upon the location of job tasks required; may occur indoors and outdoors, therefore requiring exposure to a variety of elements. While working indoors, the lighting and temperature are adequate. The work environment may involve exposure to various elements including but not limited to: chemicals, dust, fumes, cold, heat, noise, vibrations and dampness. While working outdoors, the work environment may involve exposure to various elements including but not limited to: sun, heat/cold, dust, pollens and other environmental risks. Exposure to dust, dirt, grease and sand while performing various tasksPHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical requirements include but are not limited to: walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in confined space, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying loads.Depending on job tasks, physical demands may require standing and walking for extended lengths of time and may require lifting, pushing, pulling, moving and carrying items up to 50 pounds (unassisted) and 75 pounds (with assistance), and using ladders and high scissor lifts.RELATIONSHIPSInside the Organization:Reports to the Facilities ManagerAssists, takes direction from and works closely with the Building Services Coordinator and Building Services EngineersWill coordinate facilities and equipment repair requests with Operations Coordinator Interaction with other full-time staff within Aztec Recreation, including, but not limited to, Recreation Director, Associate Director, Member Services Manager, Member Services Supervisor, Aquaplex Manager, Aquaplex Coordinator, Fitness and Wellness Coordinator, Competitive Sports Manager, Climbing Program and Team Building Supervisor, Marketing Coordinator, and Office SupervisorAdditional interactions may include part-time staff within Aztec Recreation Outside the Organization:Contractors and vendorsEMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Range II Step I $18.25 Per hour A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with Associated Students. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current Associated Students employees who apply for the position. Fingerprinting is required for all employee and volunteer positions that have direct contact with minor children.MVR and DMV record review are required for positions that drive university vehicles and/or passengers.AR 2029Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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