Building Engineer 630944

Oklahoma State University; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University is seeking a facilities technician to operate and maintain the Health Sciences Physical Plant. You will perform routine maintenance on HVAC systems, boilers, electrical and plumbing components, and record operational data.

The role requires reading blueprints, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating with staff and students. Strong organizational and multitasking skills are essential for daily workload management.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required with start date by agreed date.
• Four years of physical plant operations and maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain OSU-Center for Health Sciences Physical Plant equipment.
• Maintain equipment by tightening fittings, replacing packing glands, belts, bearings and filters.
• Perform general electrical and plumbing duties and water tests as needed.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Electrical & plumbing basics

Reading blueprints & plans

Safety compliance (OSHA)

Record-keeping

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About this Position

Operates and maintains OSU-Center for Health Sciences Physical Plant equipment. Maintains equipment by tightening fittings, re-packing bearing, replacing packing glands, gaskets, valves and gauges. Cleans or replaces components using hand tools and power tools. Maintains all air handling units by replacing defective belts, bearings, lubrication of fans and replacements of filters. Maintains all building lighting systems including replacement of fixtures, bulbs and ballasts. Performs general electrical and plumbing duties. Performs water tests and replaces chemicals as needed into treatment tank to prevent scale build-up.

Records data, such as temperature of equipment, hours of operation, water and air pressure, water levels, voltage loads and gas gauge of paraflow (HVAC) units. Adjusts manual controls or overrides automatic controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges. Visually inspects equipment at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair. Monitors static air pressure in the AHU units.

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Four (4) years of physical plant operations and maintenance experience in addition to high school diploma or GED.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

• Active City of Tulsa First Class Unlimited Engineers License.
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, chillers, electrical and plumbing systems.
• Local, state and federal codes and regulations applicable to the Tulsa campus.
• OSHA regulations and safety practices related to the boiler room facility.
• Methods and practices used in maintaining and cleaning boilers.
• Various types of light fixtures, lamp posts, bulbs, ballasts, wattages, volts, etc...
• Basic plumbing knowledge.
• Ability to interpret technical information and understand engineering terminology.
• Record and maintain accurate records of daily engineering logs.
• Administer preventative maintenance program for all buildings and support blueprints and building plans.
• Run HVAC equipment, chillers and understand blueprints and building plans.
• un HVAC equipment, chillers and boilers.
• Handle several technical tasks at once and organize daily workload.
• Work overtime as needed. Interact effectively with staff, faculty and students.
• Provide high quality service in a university setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Absorption Chillers and Johnson Controls Metasys systems a plus.