Facilities Maintenance Techn

The Ohio State University•Columbus, OH

5d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of a senior technician or supervisor, the facilities maintenance technician performs intermediate tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment. Functions will include but are not limited to: daily inspections, installations, general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC) and repairs. Responds to emergency situations and evaluates and corrects defects. May assist lower level facilities technicians. Assists other trades as needed; adheres to all safety practices and procedures; cleans and maintains work areas and equipment; attends meetings; properly 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 vehicle; 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. Shift, hours, days, and/or location are subject to change based on operational need in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement; may work overtime; subject to 24 hour emergency call.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years’ experience in general maintenance or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Obtain a valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card within the probationary period.
Demonstrate competence in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/R within the probationary period.
Able to push and pull 70 lbs.
Able to distinguish colors.
Able to climb ladders.
May be required to work in hot, cold, dusty, or dirty environments for an extended period of time.
May be required to work in cramped spaces.
Requires 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.
Basic understanding of university building design standards (BDS) related to the maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment.
Basic understanding of the capital project process as managed by FOD Design and Construction.

Responsibilities

Perform daily inspections, installations, general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC) and repairs.
Respond to emergency situations and evaluate and correct defects.
Assist lower level facilities technicians.
Assist other trades as needed.
Adhere to all safety practices and procedures.
Clean and maintain work areas and equipment.
Attend meetings.
Properly complete documentation.
Provide a high level of customer service.
Communicate to customers, coworkers and supervision via written, electronic and verbal methods and devices.
Operate department vehicle.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Actively support the university value of acting with integrity and personal accountability to establish a culture of professionalism in the workplace.