Planned & Preventative Maintenance Specialist

The Ohio State University•Columbus, OH

7d•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Planned & Preventative Maintenance Specialist coordinates and resolves facilities-related issues to maintain prescribed levels of performance and function across approximately 6.2 million square feet of Student Life facilities. The role often works autonomously and serves as a first responder, overseeing and coordinating responses to facilities issues during weekends, holidays, and off-hours. The position delivers and executes Student Life’s planned and preventative maintenance program for building, mechanical, and dining-related equipment and infrastructure. It supports building operations and events in coordination with Student Life Facilities Managers, and works with university departments to ensure compliance and safety of exterior amenities. The position also participates in planned replacement projects, quality assurance, process improvement, and data collection and review, and responds to urgent day-to-day facilities service requests. Hands-on work includes installing, repairing, replacing, and maintaining plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment; building envelope components; floors; and furniture. The specialist supervises and coordinates contractors and university business partners, receives service requests through a CMMS system, attends departmental functions and required training, and regularly operates departmental vehicles. Work may shift between planned maintenance and reactionary tasks according to operational needs. The standard schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with on-call and weekend work as business needs require. The position is regular, scheduled for 40 hours per week, and assigned to first shift at Scott House (1108).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 2 years of maintenance experience.
Ability to push and pull 70 pounds and climb ladders.
Valid driver’s license.
Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

2–4 years of maintenance experience.
Maintenance certification from a recognized industry board.
Familiarity with university facilities and operations.
3–5 years of leadership experience.
EPA Universal Certification (Section 608).

Responsibilities

Develop, deliver, and execute the Student Life planned and preventative maintenance program.
Identify and document deficiencies and needed corrective measures.
Diagnose building and mechanical system issues and determine how to resolve or mitigate them.
Respond to urgent facilities issues and day-to-day service requests.
Install, repair, replace, and maintain building, mechanical, and dining-related equipment and systems while following safety practices and procedures.
Promote stewardship of university facilities and take responsibility for facilities-related activities during assigned periods.
Conduct, supervise, or assist with facilities inspections and provide feedback to appropriate personnel.
Participate in team meetings and work with line staff and managers on safe work practices.
Prepare reports on findings, identify processes needing improvement, and recommend solutions.
Review, revise, and manage building- or system-specific preventive maintenance programs as requested, and maintain program compliance.
Maintain current safety manuals and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) documentation and comply with Operations accountability.
Delegate tasks according to operational needs and coordinate with Student Life Facilities Managers to support building operations and events.
Supervise activities and verify satisfactory project completion.
Identify campus facility deficiencies and initiate changes that benefit campus life.
Respond appropriately to crisis situations and escalate issues to the appropriate departments as needed.
Communicate with contractors and university business partners and provide excellent customer service.
Communicate with management about emergency situations, ensure timely response and completion of maintenance requests, and follow up on outstanding issues.
Document completed tasks and maintain a presentable appearance.
Operate departmental vehicles regularly and attend departmental functions and required training.