Facilities Building Systems Technician
About The Position
Under the supervision of a senior technician or supervisor, performs intermediate level tasks that ensure a safe and comfortable environment, uninterrupted operations of mechanical and utilities systems and equipment, and indoor air quality. Duties include but are not limited to: providing building support services and inspecting, troubleshooting, calibrating and repairing/replacing building systems and equipment. Responds to emergency situations, such as electrical, mechanical and medical gas disruptions, evaluates and corrects these problems. Initiates appropriate protocols when problems cannot be resolved. Assists other trades as needed; adheres to all safety practices and procedures; cleans and maintains work areas and equipment; attends meetings; completes documentation; provides a high level of customer service; communicates to customers, coworkers and supervision via written, electronic and verbal methods and devices; operates department vehicles; and performs other duties as assigned. Actively supports our commitment to the university value of acting with integrity and personal accountability to establish a culture of professionalism in the workplace.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- High school algebra and geometry proficiency.
- Minimum two years’ experience in building systems operations, commercial/industrial building maintenance, and/or HVAC and building automation systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Obtain EPA Section 608 Technician Certification- Universal within probationary period.
- Obtain valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card within probationary period.
- Demonstrated competence in each of the identified technical specialties as required for this position’s level of responsibility upon successful completion of probationary period.
- Ability to push and pull 70 lbs.
- Ability to distinguish colors.
- Ability to climb and stand on ladders for extended periods of time.
- Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, or dirty environments for an extended period of time.
- Ability to work in cramped spaces.
- Valid State of Ohio driver license.
- Successful completion of a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Associates/technical degree or certificate in skilled trades/maintenance related field.
- Two years’ experience with Direct Digital Controls (DDC) and building automation.
- Two years’ experience working on large scale heating and cooling systems.
- Boiler operator’s license (e.g., low pressure, high pressure).
Responsibilities
- Performing intermediate level tasks to ensure a safe and comfortable environment.
- Ensuring uninterrupted operations of mechanical and utilities systems and equipment.
- Maintaining indoor air quality.
- Providing building support services.
- Inspecting, troubleshooting, calibrating, and repairing/replacing building systems and equipment.
- Responding to emergency situations (e.g., electrical, mechanical, medical gas disruptions).
- Evaluating and correcting problems during emergencies.
- Initiating appropriate protocols when problems cannot be resolved.
- Assisting other trades as needed.
- Adhering to all safety practices and procedures.
- Cleaning and maintaining work areas and equipment.
- Attending meetings.
- Completing documentation.
- Providing a high level of customer service.
- Communicating with customers, coworkers, and supervision via written, electronic, and verbal methods.
- Operating department vehicles.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- Supporting the university value of acting with integrity and personal accountability.
Benefits
- Evening and weekend shift premiums as applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
