Automotive Mechanic- Polytechnic campus

Company: Arizona State University
Location: Tempe
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Profile: Skilled Crafts and Trade Assistant 3 Non-Exempt Job Family: Skilled Crafts and Trade Time Type: Full time Max Pay – Depends on experience: $23.50 USD Hourly Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma and three years (3) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Job Profile Summary: Serves as a lead trades worker in an area of specialty to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems. Job Description: Facilities Management (Polytechnic campus) seeks a vehicle technician to perform repairs and provide maintenance support on all light and medium duty vehicles, grounds equipment and electric vehicles (NEV’s). Essential Duties: Repair and maintain vehicles and equipment. Monitor and maintain assigned groups of vehicles up to and including regular vehicle washing schedules. Order parts from various suppliers, enter and track service records, labor, and material costs. Perform tune-ups, minor overhauls, and replace regular wear components as needed. Perform electrical work on all vehicles as needed. Use diagnostic equipment as an aid in locating vehicle defects. Perform emission control repair, replacement and testing on all required vehicles. Road test vehicles to locate operational defects prior to returning to active use. Operate shop machinery as needed for repairs. Field rescue, repair and maintenance of all Grounds equipment when needed. Ability to smoothly adapt to changing needs and situations. Drive University vehicles and/or carts. Use electronic work order systems (TMA) in response to maintenance requests. DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm Salary Range: $22.00- $23.50 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona Desired Qualifications: Experience in: The diagnosis, maintenance and repair of automotive, light equipment, or farm/landscape related machinery. The repair and diagnosis of golf carts, Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEV’s). Small engine/two cycle maintenance and repair. Using basic computer skills (e.g. Windows, Outlook, and MS Office). Using electronic work order systems (TMA) Working Environment: Regularly exposed to potentially hazardous conditions requiring ability to hear, see and perform duties in restricted, congested and/or confined areas, dirty environment, and intense noise. Exposure to natural weather patterns and circumstances, extreme heat/cold. Regularly exposed to fumes, electricity, and vibrations. Exposure to hazardous automotive related materials and moving mechanical parts. Working conditions include prolonged periods of standing and sitting. May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. safety glasses, hearing protection, negative pressure and positive pressure respirator). Use of PPE may require medical clearance prior to use. Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds regularly, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, and crawling. Use of hand tools, power tools, and automotive shop related equipment. Drive University vehicles and/or carts. Department Statement: What’s in it for you? Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as a work/life balance? ASU offers the following: Flexible work schedules 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff. Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Paid time for volunteer and professional development Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings Disability and leave program for income protection Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts. Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position. This position is located at the Polytechnic campus however will require working at other ASU locations based on operational need. Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire. Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include audiogram post offer of employment. Driving Requirement: This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment. Location: Campus: Tempe Funding: No Federal Funding Instructions to Apply: Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on. https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$19803.htmld To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments: Cover letter Resume or CV Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered. Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact HR Talent Acquisition before the posting close date to request edits. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete. ASU Statement: Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf . You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456. Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources . Employment Verification Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Background Check Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check. Fingerprint Check Statement: A fingerprint check is not required for this position.

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