Facilities Control Room Specialist — 2nd Shift

Washington University in St. Louis; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation and holidays

Transit benefits (Metro U-Pass)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Facilities Technician to monitor building automation and fire alarm systems, respond to emergencies, and coordinate with trades for repairs. The role supports 24/7 campus operations and requires staying vigilant across research and clinical environments.

The position emphasizes safety, documentation, and efficient system tuning across chillers and central plant infrastructure, with a focus on minimal downtime and service excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1 year of relevant experience in facilities operations.
• Driver’s license (MO Class E) or IL Class D is required for driving.

Responsibilities

• Monitor building automation and fire alarm systems from workstations.
• Provide emergency response for critical lab and data center assets.
• Coordinate with technicians to minimize downtime and document work orders.
• Maintain customer service and proper escalation when needed.

Skills

Building automation

Fire alarm systems

HVAC maintenance

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Johnson Controls

Schneider Electric

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Facilities Technician to monitor building automation and fire alarm systems, respond to emergencies, and coordinate with trades for repairs. The role supports 24/7 campus operations and requires staying vigilant across research and clinical environments.

The position emphasizes safety, documentation, and efficient system tuning across chillers and central plant infrastructure, with a focus on minimal downtime and service excellence.