Facilities Maintenance Technician

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform intermediate tasks related to inspections, preventive maintenance and repair of university hospital facilities and equipment.

Under supervision, you will handle daily inspections, installations, and general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC), respond to emergencies, assist other trades, and ensure safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with related maintenance experience or equivalent
• OSHA 10-hour General Industry safety certification required
• Competency in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC/R or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
• Daily inspections, installations and general maintenance tasks (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC).
• Respond to emergencies and evaluate defects; assist other trades as needed; ensure safe work practices and proper documentation.

Skills

Carpentry

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC/R

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician

Department: University Hospital | Facilities Administration

Under the supervision of a senior technician or supervisor, the facilities maintenance technician performs intermediate tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
• Functions will include but are not limited to:
• Daily inspections
• Installations
• General maintenance (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC)
• Repairs
• Respond to emergency situations and evaluate and correct defects.
• Assist lower level facilities technicians.
• Assist other trades as needed; adhere to all safety practices and procedures; clean and maintain work areas and equipment; attend meetings; properly complete documentation; provide a high level of customer service; communicate via written, electronic and verbal methods; operate department vehicle; perform 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.

Minimum Education Required

HS Graduate or Equivalent or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with two years' experience in general maintenance or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card
• At the time of entry into this position, demonstrates competency in each of the identified technical specialties as required for this position’s level of responsibility: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC/R or equivalent combination of education and experience

Shift and Hours

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.

Location & Additional Information

Location: University Hospital - Rhodes Hall (0354)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.

A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity

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

Benefits

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you - and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you'll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you're part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence - and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America's leading academic health centers. We're a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.