Facilities Technician I - Comparative Medicine

Washington University in St. Louis

1d • $18 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Technician provides facility and operational support services for the Division of Comparative Medicine. This position has a wide range of responsibilities that include, but are not limited to carpentry, painting, moving services, general maintenance, room/equipment decontamination, door repairs, equipment troubleshooting and repair. This position serves as a backup driver for animal relocation, ensuring timely and safe delivery as scheduled. Driver ensures load is secured, environmental conditions in vehicles comply with regulations, documentation is accurate and the cargo area is sanitized between loads as per standard operation procedures. Non-animal transport loads will include caging supplies, rack systems, feed/bedding, small/large equipment and research-related materials. When serving as the backup driver, shift hours may need to flex (increase) to cover scheduled and unscheduled research needs. The position is responsible for utilizing the MaintainX mobile work order system via a university-issued mobile device to receive, document, update, and close assigned work orders.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Relevant Experience (1 Year)
• A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Maintenance operations experience in a medical research, manufacturing or animal care environment.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing small equipment, carts, or transport devices.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Basic carpentry and general maintenance experience.
• Ability to meet WashU driver eligibility requirements.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate a smartphone and utilize mobile applications (MaintainX) to receive, document, update, and close work orders.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport materials and equipment in accordance with university safety guidelines.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor facility repairs, including: Cart and transport equipment troubleshooting and repair. Door adjustments and hardware repairs. Minor plumbing repairs within non-licensed scope. Painting and surface touch-ups.
• Assist with room/equipment decontamination using VHP (Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide) system. Includes room preparation and operational support in accordance with DCM protocols.
• Assist with hanging boards, shelving, wall fixtures and other items.
• Assist with moving varied supplies, small office furniture, and research equipment.
• Support equipment staging and set up for research operations.
• Serve as backup driver for research animal transport and related materials in compliance with university and regulatory requirements. May be required to remain beyond scheduled shift hours to complete assigned transport schedules.
• Utilize the MaintainX mobile work order system to: Receive and review assigned work orders. Document labor, materials, and task completion. Update work order status in real time. Close completed assignments accurately and timely.
• Respond to routine service requests during assigned shift.
• Report issues requiring licensed or specialized trades to supervisor.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and assigned vehicles in clean and ready condition.
• Assist with inventory tracking and organization of supplies, tools, and materials as needed.
• Support vendor/regulator visits, inspections and repairs.
• Follow all safety, biosafety, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Tuition coverage for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED