Facilities Maintenance & Fire Safety Specialist

University of Washington; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington Tacoma is seeking a Facilities Operations Maintenance Specialist (FOMS) to join the Facilities Services team. The role focuses on inspection, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, HVAC, and electrical systems across campus.

You will support fire detection and suppression systems, perform repairs in confined spaces, and help manage equipment operation logs and predictive maintenance programs.

Qualifications

• Four years of journey-level experience in heating, air-conditioning, and related mechanical/electrical systems.
• NICET Level II certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary support for fire detection and suppression systems and troubleshoot related malfunctions.
• Inspect, service, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electronic, and electrical controls for HVAC systems.
• Develop preliminary cost estimates for installations and repairs and participate in preventive maintenance programs.
• Assist in general building maintenance and coordinate materials and supplies.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Education

NICET Level II certification

Job description

The University of Washington Tacoma is seeking a Facilities Operations Maintenance Specialist (FOMS) to join the Facilities Services team. The role focuses on inspection, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, HVAC, and electrical systems across campus.

You will support fire detection and suppression systems, perform repairs in confined spaces, and help manage equipment operation logs and predictive maintenance programs.