Sr Technician, Facilities SS

Nationwide•Columbus, OH

7d•$55,700 - $103,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technician, Facilities maintains the safe, reliable and efficient operation of building systems and facilities. The role supports Nationwide’s downtown Columbus, Ohio campus and involves monitoring building automation systems, responding to facility and fire alarm notifications, inspecting mechanical equipment, troubleshooting operational issues, and working with facilities teams on daily building operations. The technician performs skilled maintenance and repairs across facility systems and trades, including structural, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration and mechanical systems. Duties include maintaining digitally controlled building management systems, inspecting utility infrastructure, following preventive maintenance schedules, and responding to customer service, maintenance, fire-system and emergency calls. The position may also provide guidance and training to less experienced staff. This is an on-site, second-shift position scheduled Sunday through Wednesday, 1:30 PM to 11:30 PM. Occasional weekend coverage, including a periodic Saturday rotation, may be required. The position is overtime-eligible and may involve non-standard or rotating shifts and outdoor work in varied weather. It is designated safety-sensitive and may be subject to random alcohol and drug testing.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least four years of related work experience.
General knowledge of specialized technical and skilled trades.
For HVAC, mechanical and life-safety systems: knowledge of motor controls, vibration analysis and equipment balancing.
Knowledge of codes, principles and techniques related to the installation, maintenance, repair and operation of HVAC and mechanical systems and devices.
Ability to troubleshoot and test mechanical systems and components.
Ability to interpret blueprints and electrical schematics.
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing over 50 pounds and push or move up to 100 pounds.
Ability to lift, carry, walk, kneel, stoop, climb, balance and work at heights.
Ability to work the stated second-shift schedule and provide occasional weekend coverage.

Nice To Haves

Industry trade certifications are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled maintenance services and repairs in specialized technical and trade areas at Nationwide facilities.
Maintain the operational efficiency of facilities, equipment, grounds and support equipment.
Inspect utility infrastructure and other systems according to accepted standards, practices and preventive maintenance schedules.
Develop and implement preventive maintenance and repair programs and procedures for structural, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and/or refrigeration systems.
Maintain and repair building automation and HVAC control systems, including programming BMS software and devices to accommodate equipment or system changes.
Test water and life-safety systems and administer chemical treatment programs.
Respond to customer service requests and maintenance, fire-system and emergency calls.
Follow applicable federal, state and local safety and environmental laws and regulations.
Provide direction, training or guidance to less experienced staff when needed.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off, with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days per full calendar year, prorated based on hire date
Nine paid holidays
Eight hours of Lifetime paid time off
Eight hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
Company-paid pension plan
Business casual attire
10% shift differential
Employer-provided parking
Company-issued uniforms and safety gear
Overtime opportunities