Facilities Maintenance Associate

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Associate to perform day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs across campus facilities. You will handle plumbing, electrical, carpentry and HVAC tasks, respond to emergencies, and ensure safe, reliable operations.

Under supervision, you will document work, provide customer service, and coordinate with a variety of trades. This is a first-shift role with potential overtime and shift changes based on campus needs; a

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio driver license.
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three months experience in basic electric, plumbing, carpentry or HVAC or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Probationary period includes demonstrated competence in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/R.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
• Handle installations and general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, carpentry or HVAC) and repairs.
• Respond to emergencies and evaluate/correct defects.
• Adhere to safety practices, document work and communicate with customers and supervision.
• Operate department vehicle; may work overtime and on 24-hour call as needed.

Skills

Basic electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC/R

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Title:Facilities Maintenance AssociateDepartment:Administration and Planning | FOD Operations Academic District Zone 1A and 1B Maintenance

Detailed Job Description:

Under the supervision of a senior technician or supervisor, performs day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment. Functions include but are not limited to: daily inspections, installations, general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC) and repairs. Responds to emergency situations and evaluates and corrects defects. Assists other trades as needed; adheres to all safety practices and procedures; cleans and maintains work areas and equipment; attends meetings; properly completes documentation; provides a high level of customer service; communicates to customers, coworkers and supervision via written, electronic and verbal methods and devices; operates department vehicle; performs other duties as assigned. Actively supports our commitment to the university value of acting with integrity and personal accountability to establish a culture of professionalism in the workplace. Works primarily first shift, but shift, hours, days, and/or location are subject to change based on operational need in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement; may work overtime; subject to 24-hour emergency call.

Minimum Education Required:

HS Graduate or Equivalent Required

Qualifications:

Valid Ohio driver license; High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience; three (3) months experience in basic electric, plumbing, carpentry or HVAC or equivalent combination of education and experience; successful completion of probationary period includes demonstrated competence in each of the identified technical specialties as required for this positions level of responsibility: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/R.

Additional Information:

The target hiring range for this job profile is $19.75-$27.16 per hour. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:Maintenance Building (0078)

Position Type:Regular

Scheduled Hours:40

Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.