The California State University
Landscape Services Mechanic
The California State University, Pomona, California, United States, 91768
Job No: 553518
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Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location) Vehicle/Equipment Preventative Maintenance
Perform routine and preventative maintenance, including tune‑ups, filter changes, and lubrication on all 2‑stroke engine equipment, such as blowers, trimmers, and chainsaws. Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical failures in 2‑stroke engines and their components, including carburetors, ignition systems, fuel lines, and exhaust. Vehicle/Equipment Repair
Repairs and maintains heavy grounds, construction, and road maintenance equipment, as well as specialty machinery, including gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel‑powered vehicles (such as compressed natural gas), tractors, sweepers, skip loaders, tractor implements, manlifts, hoists, trenchers, concrete mixers, compressors, generators, pumps, riding mowers, and more. Responsibilities include removing, repairing, overhauling, and installing components such as engines, brake systems, clutches, transmissions, differential assemblies, hydraulic systems, water pumps (both low and high pressure), valves, piping systems, tanks, fuel injection systems, and other common accessories on construction and maintenance equipment. Installing pistons, rings, and pins. Adjusting bearings, cleaning carburetors, and fine‑tuning the air/fuel mixture or carburetor calibration for optimal engine performance. Tuning engines and repairing ignition systems. Repairing track rollers, carriers, and idlers. Replacing broken parts such as gas lines, brake lines, hoist cables, steering gears, drive shafts, and other critical components. May also repair or install electrical parts, including lights, wiring systems, and other accessories. Utilizing a data terminal or personal computer to input and retrieve maintenance data. Assembling trailers and mounting special equipment like air compressors, water pumps, or hoists. Modifying equipment to meet specific requirements. Perform tire and track maintenance and repairs on equipment like riding mowers and smaller construction machinery. Performing road tests on machinery to ensure functionality. Operating tools and machines such as electric drills, grinders, valve facers, drill presses, hydraulic presses, hoists, motor analyzers, dynamometers, and various gauges. Ensuring that safety features, such as lights, warning systems, or blade guards, are functional on landscape equipment. Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment. Cares for and maintains shop tools and equipment in line with industry standards for automobile, equipment, and heavy machinery maintenance and repair; upkeep and repair of shop tools, general housekeeping of assigned areas, inspection and documentation of building equipment and systems. Administration
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all repair work, preventative maintenance schedules, and parts used in repairs. Regularly and promptly input material and labor hours spent, along with technician notes, into the TMA system for work order execution. Provide material lists and/or estimated labor hours required for specific tasks or assignments. Attend training classes related to the position and for professional development to expand mechanical knowledge and skillsets. QUALIFICATIONS
Work requires thorough knowledge of automotive and/or equipment mechanics, including electrical systems, brake and engine overhaul, methods, tools, materials, equipment, and computerized systems used in the maintenance, adjustment and repair of engines, equipment and accessories. Knowledge of wiring and electrical theory and engine principles; hydraulic systems; and applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to automotive and other power‑driven equipment, including smog regulations. Must be able to make skilled repairs, diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions, perform a variety of skilled repairs, work from blueprints, drawings and sketches to fabricate parts, perform required welding, inspect vehicles and equipment, estimate cost, time and materials, maintain records, retrieve data, prepare reports, provide instruction to assistants, analyze emergency situations, read and write at required level, and perform arithmetic calculations. Abilities normally acquired through progressive responsible training and experience as an automotive and/or equipment mechanic equivalent to journey‑level skills of a standard apprenticeship program. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ase certified small equipment repair experience, e.g., gas powered landscape equipment. Out of State Work
The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty‑three public universities. The CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California. Background Check
Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. CSU Classification Salary Range
This position is part of the Teamsters bargaining unit 6. The CSU Classification Standards and Salary Schedule are available online. The classification salary range for this position is $5,355 to $7,801 per month. Employment Eligibility Verification
Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. University Driving Requirement
Positions that require driving must comply with the Authorized University Driver Policy. Driving records are monitored and evaluated by the Risk Management Department. Criteria include a valid state driver’s license and a limited number of violations. Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA)
Individuals in this position are mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. Security & Fire Safety
Compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and the Higher Education Opportunity Act. Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports are available online. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discriminate against employees or applicants based on inquiries about pay. Reasonable Accommodation
Cal Poly Pomona provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact the ADA Coordinator at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu for accommodation requests. Equal Employment Opportunity
Cal Poly Pomona complies with state and federal anti‑discrimination laws and provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment. Other Notices
For other important employment notices, visit Cal Poly Pomona’s Employment Notices web page. Advertised:
Jan 05 2026 Pacific Standard Time Applications close:
Jan 19 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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Work type:
Staff Location:
Pomona Categories:
Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location) Vehicle/Equipment Preventative Maintenance
Perform routine and preventative maintenance, including tune‑ups, filter changes, and lubrication on all 2‑stroke engine equipment, such as blowers, trimmers, and chainsaws. Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical failures in 2‑stroke engines and their components, including carburetors, ignition systems, fuel lines, and exhaust. Vehicle/Equipment Repair
Repairs and maintains heavy grounds, construction, and road maintenance equipment, as well as specialty machinery, including gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel‑powered vehicles (such as compressed natural gas), tractors, sweepers, skip loaders, tractor implements, manlifts, hoists, trenchers, concrete mixers, compressors, generators, pumps, riding mowers, and more. Responsibilities include removing, repairing, overhauling, and installing components such as engines, brake systems, clutches, transmissions, differential assemblies, hydraulic systems, water pumps (both low and high pressure), valves, piping systems, tanks, fuel injection systems, and other common accessories on construction and maintenance equipment. Installing pistons, rings, and pins. Adjusting bearings, cleaning carburetors, and fine‑tuning the air/fuel mixture or carburetor calibration for optimal engine performance. Tuning engines and repairing ignition systems. Repairing track rollers, carriers, and idlers. Replacing broken parts such as gas lines, brake lines, hoist cables, steering gears, drive shafts, and other critical components. May also repair or install electrical parts, including lights, wiring systems, and other accessories. Utilizing a data terminal or personal computer to input and retrieve maintenance data. Assembling trailers and mounting special equipment like air compressors, water pumps, or hoists. Modifying equipment to meet specific requirements. Perform tire and track maintenance and repairs on equipment like riding mowers and smaller construction machinery. Performing road tests on machinery to ensure functionality. Operating tools and machines such as electric drills, grinders, valve facers, drill presses, hydraulic presses, hoists, motor analyzers, dynamometers, and various gauges. Ensuring that safety features, such as lights, warning systems, or blade guards, are functional on landscape equipment. Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment. Cares for and maintains shop tools and equipment in line with industry standards for automobile, equipment, and heavy machinery maintenance and repair; upkeep and repair of shop tools, general housekeeping of assigned areas, inspection and documentation of building equipment and systems. Administration
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all repair work, preventative maintenance schedules, and parts used in repairs. Regularly and promptly input material and labor hours spent, along with technician notes, into the TMA system for work order execution. Provide material lists and/or estimated labor hours required for specific tasks or assignments. Attend training classes related to the position and for professional development to expand mechanical knowledge and skillsets. QUALIFICATIONS
Work requires thorough knowledge of automotive and/or equipment mechanics, including electrical systems, brake and engine overhaul, methods, tools, materials, equipment, and computerized systems used in the maintenance, adjustment and repair of engines, equipment and accessories. Knowledge of wiring and electrical theory and engine principles; hydraulic systems; and applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to automotive and other power‑driven equipment, including smog regulations. Must be able to make skilled repairs, diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions, perform a variety of skilled repairs, work from blueprints, drawings and sketches to fabricate parts, perform required welding, inspect vehicles and equipment, estimate cost, time and materials, maintain records, retrieve data, prepare reports, provide instruction to assistants, analyze emergency situations, read and write at required level, and perform arithmetic calculations. Abilities normally acquired through progressive responsible training and experience as an automotive and/or equipment mechanic equivalent to journey‑level skills of a standard apprenticeship program. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ase certified small equipment repair experience, e.g., gas powered landscape equipment. Out of State Work
The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty‑three public universities. The CSU Out‑of‑State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California. Background Check
Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. CSU Classification Salary Range
This position is part of the Teamsters bargaining unit 6. The CSU Classification Standards and Salary Schedule are available online. The classification salary range for this position is $5,355 to $7,801 per month. Employment Eligibility Verification
Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. University Driving Requirement
Positions that require driving must comply with the Authorized University Driver Policy. Driving records are monitored and evaluated by the Risk Management Department. Criteria include a valid state driver’s license and a limited number of violations. Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA)
Individuals in this position are mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. Security & Fire Safety
Compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and the Higher Education Opportunity Act. Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports are available online. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discriminate against employees or applicants based on inquiries about pay. Reasonable Accommodation
Cal Poly Pomona provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact the ADA Coordinator at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu for accommodation requests. Equal Employment Opportunity
Cal Poly Pomona complies with state and federal anti‑discrimination laws and provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment. Other Notices
For other important employment notices, visit Cal Poly Pomona’s Employment Notices web page. Advertised:
Jan 05 2026 Pacific Standard Time Applications close:
Jan 19 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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