Facilities Technician III (Controls Technician) - OFMD

Washington University in St. LouisHanover County, VA
Onsite

About The Position

The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campus’ mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus. OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the world’s largest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations. As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the university’s mission. WashU Medicine is actively seeking an experienced Building Automation System/DDC Controls Technician. This position will provide programming, repairs, re-commissioning, and troubleshooting of Building Automation and DDC Control Systems.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
  • Relevant Skill Trade Functions (3 Years)
  • A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.
  • The Technician shall have a minimum of 3 years of experience and be knowledgeable of the process of testing, troubleshooting, and calibration of DDC devices related to Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, and Phoenix Controls Building Automation Systems.

Nice To Haves

  • Climbing Structures
  • Color Vision
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Depth Perception
  • Diagnosing Problems
  • Electrical Maintenance
  • Guest Service
  • Handheld Power Tools
  • Handling Guest Complaints
  • HVAC Maintenance
  • HVAC Systems
  • Internal Development
  • Lifting Equipment
  • Maintenance Work
  • Organizational Commitment
  • Plumbing Maintenance
  • Power Tools
  • Problem Solving
  • Professional Integrity
  • Strive for Excellence
  • Teamwork
  • Timeline Management
  • Visual Acuity
  • Vocational Training

Responsibilities

  • Programming, troubleshooting, and recommissioning of building automation/DDC systems.
  • Assist in covering the Building Automation Control room as needed.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization, and repair of the Building Automation System and DDC equipment.
  • Perform software and hardware upgrades to Building Automation System network controllers.
  • Repair/replacement of DDC field equipment controllers.
  • Perform preventive maintenance tasks on DDC systems in Vivariums, Data Centers, Wet Labs, offices, and their supporting HVAC equipment.

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.
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