Heavy Equipment PM Mechanic - OFMD

Washington University in St. Louis•Baltimore, MD

61d•$25 - $39

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. For additional information, view a quick message from some of our employees: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers. Position provides recognized procedures and techniques to safely perform duties repairing and servicing of equipment. The mechanic will primarily work on generators, cooling towers, pumps, and chillers. The mechanic will assist others on larger projects and will perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
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Relevant Experience (2 Years)
A commercial driver's license and good driving record are required for this position.

Nice To Haves

2 Year Trade School Certificate.
Computer Literacy
Conflict Resolution
Customer Service
Interpersonal Communication
Mechanical Apptitude
Oral Communications
Peer to Peer Learning
Troubleshooting
Working Independently
Written Communication

Responsibilities

Performs repairs and maintains mechanical equipment in accordance with operating manuals and manufacturer's specifications.
Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on chillers including punching the chiller tubes and basic chiller repairs.
Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on cooling towers including cleaning of the cooling tower basins.
Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on generators including oil changes, refueling generators, battery changes, and monthly generator testing.
Performs preventative maintenance on air compressors, lab air, and university vehicles.
Documents the testing required by governmental agencies, preventive maintenance on equipment, and deficiencies.
Develops and maintains building information pertaining maintained equipment.
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.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a 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!
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU 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.

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