Facilities Engineer

Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove and Hillsboro. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Performs skilled work in maintaining, operating, and repairing of all campus buildings and facilities. Inspect, repair, install, and maintain physical facilities requiring skilled mechanical and trade work. Requires a good well-rounded working knowledge in all fields such as electrical, carpentry, welding, plumbing etc. Performs work in the inspection, repair, construction and documentation of all work, systems, and hazardous conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Have general computer knowledge and ability to navigate and implement our web based work order system.
• Perform preventative and general repairs to new/existing installations on campus.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing malfunctions.
• Repair windows, doors, screens, floor coverings, drywall, and painted surfaces.
• Maintain roof and gutter systems in the fall and assist with all summer dormitory repairs.
• Construct and build concrete forms and basic cabinetry needs in all buildings.
• Repair building lighting systems, drain and sewer cleaning.
• Respond daily to safety and emergency situations regarding students, faculty, and staff.
• Keep all other engineers and campus community informed of work being performed that may impact their living, teaching, or work area.
• May lead or instruct other workers as required.
• Ability to work with outside contractors following all University procedures and reporting procedures.
• Operate hand and power tools in a skilled manner; fabricate material and equipment.
• Plumbing experience is preferred.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

Perform other related duties as required by the Lead Engineer, Assistant Director of Facilities Management or Director of Facilities Management.

JOB SCOPE:

The job operates within established parameters; however the individual is responsible for making recommendations and having input on decisions that relate directly to their area of expertise.