Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Washington University School of Medicine Operations & Facilities Management Department provides a range of services for the medical campus in a customer-focused, efficient, and sustainable manner. Operations & Facilities Management maintains 61 university buildings and provides operational, planning, and construction services to over 8.3 million gross square feet of space. We will open three new facilities between 2023 and 2025 with over 1.5M BGSF. In addition, the School of Medicine continues expanding its reach on and off campus in teaching, clinical care, and research. Our team plays a vital and important role in delivering care, research, and services.

Position is responsible for performing general maintenance to various building systems and supporting Facilities Maintenance Technicians at the School of Medicine.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs repairs to all lighting systems including exit lights, emergency lights, exterior lighting systems.
• Manages lighting inventory and maintains compliance with EHS regulations regarding proper storage and disposal.
• Performs minor repairs and PMs as requested by the supervisor.
• Performs general repairs to all plumbing systems including faucets, urinals, toilets and toilet seats.
• Clears minor drain blockages to sinks, floor drains, drinking fountains and toilets using plunger or toilet auger.
• Perform removal and installation of damaged or missing ceiling tiles.
• Perform bi-annual testing on all fume hoods, make necessary adjustments to airflow, calibrate monitor and/or coordinate repairs.
• Assist Facilities Maintenance Technicians with larger projects when necessary.
• Communicate effectively through email and electronic work order system.
• Cleans equipment as needed during repairs.  Checks equipment storage areas and reports conditions to supervisor. 
• Performs tasks outside of job description in support of the Department and the Schoolâ™s mission. 
• Maintains effective communication with other maintenance staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certificate or degree is preferred.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift and carry tools and materials weighing in excess of 50 pounds and be able to raise and carry with assistance items weighing 200 pounds.
• Position requires a considerable amount of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling and crouching to gain access to lights and equipment.
• Good depth perception, field of vision and color vision needed for color coded wiring.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification required.
• Minimum of two years experience in carpentry, plumbing and/or energy management required.

Grade

G08-H

Salary Range

$20.15 - $31.26 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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