This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.
ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES:
Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Since its opening in 1891, Stanford has been dedicated to finding solutions to big challenges and to preparing students for leadership in a complex world.
Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the University by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community.
“Students (Customers) First” is the mantra of R&DE and our strategic goals reflect our commitment to delivering quality and excellence to our constituents every day.
This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to work onsite. Telecommuting is not available for this role.
Maintenance Mechanic – Commercial and Residential Kitchen Equipment:
This Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice position is offered under the terms of the Stanford University and SEIU Apprenticeship Program. The purpose of this program is to train an Apprentice to be a Building Maintenance Mechanic with a Commercial and Residential Kitchen Equipment emphasis to support Residential and Dining Enterprise facilities maintenance needs.
Job Responsibilities:
- Work under general supervision and perform carpentry, automotive, and/or maintenance tasks of substantial complexity.
- Employees in this classification typically work within prescribed procedures but may make unique and innovative modifications as necessary to safely and expeditiously discharge their assigned work.
- Work may be spot-checked while in progress or inspected upon completion.
- May work alone, and/or as a member of a crew.
- Interact with kitchen staff, location faculty members, and students.
- Troubleshoot reported issues or complaints with kitchen equipment.
- Apply notes to service call work orders appropriately.
- Update dispatch, lead dept technician, and/or manager on the status of service calls daily; distinguish high-priority requests needing primary attention.
Minimum Qualifications:
- At least 18 years old.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor in all types of outside weather conditions.
- Ability to work safely.
- Must successfully pass a background check.
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must pass an aptitude test (math, English, and critical thinking) with a score of at least 80%.
- Must be able to work full-time and attend evening educational classes.
- Ability to perform assigned work at a level appropriate for a Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing as needed.
Certificates and Licenses Required:
- Valid California Class C Noncommercial Driver’s License.
Work Standards:
- When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
