Facilities Technician III (Plumber) - OFMD

Washington University in St. Louis

1d • 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. The position serves as a plumber for WashU Medicine. The position provides expertise in all areas of plumbing maintenance, installation, repair, and troubleshooting, and will be dedicated to learning the campus plumbing 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.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational Diploma - specific trade or career - Plumbing
• Facilities Operations At A Research University Or Similar Institution (3 Years)
• Climbing Structures
• Color Vision
• Communication
• Condensate Systems
• Customer Service
• Depth Perception
• Diagnosing Problems
• Handling Guest Complaints
• HVAC Maintenance
• HVAC Systems
• Lifting Equipment
• Maintenance Work
• Organizational Commitment
• Pipe Fittings
• Pipe Installation
• Plumbing
• Plumbing Maintenance
• Plumbing Systems
• Problem Solving
• Professional Integrity
• Steam Systems
• Strive for Excellence
• Timeline Management
• Visual Acuity
• Vocational Training

Responsibilities

• Works with, installs, and maintains the piping on natural gas systems, lab vacuum systems, compressed lab air systems, R.O. and D.I. systems, and steam and condensate systems.
• Must be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable plumbing codes.
• Has the ability to read blueprints and has a knowledge of plumbing piping materials, including metal and plastic pipe materials.
• Prioritizes work and makes an initial assessment of conditions and service needs.
• Plans and completes repairs/installations of plumbing and pipe-fitting systems for short-range projects.
• Estimates labor time, requisitions materials needed, and requests other maintenance staff assistance for long-range projects.
• Monitors outside service schedules and equipment installation by outside contractors.
• Monitors service schedules and coordinates any service interruptions (utility outages).
• Interfaces with customers to schedule and coordinate any service interruptions (utility outages).
• Follows through on work in progress to verify that proper facility conditions are restored.
• Performs a variety of plumbing and pipe-fitting tasks.
• Keeps Building Services supervisors aware of facility conditions, problems, and needs.
• Maintains effective communication with other Facility Maintenance Coordinators and other maintenance staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.
• Covers the cost of tuition 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED