Facilities Maintenance Technician Lead

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prestigious healthcare institution in Columbus is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician Lead. This role requires overseeing day-to-day inspections and maintenance of facilities, encompassing a variety of technical duties including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC. Ideal candidates should possess extensive maintenance experience and skills in skilled trades. The position offers a dynamic work environment with responsibilities that include project management and team coordination.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Eight years of general maintenance experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years in a team-oriented, multi-function setting.

Aufgaben

• Perform complex tasks related to inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs of buildings and equipment.
• Identify, communicate, coordinate and complete projects in assigned areas; respond to emergency situations.
• Mentor, train and provide technical expertise to other staff.
• Assist other trades; maintain safe, clean work areas; document work and provide high level customer service.
• Operate department vehicle; participate in meetings and emergency response teams.
• Lead projects and coordinate work; support staff development and building standards alignment.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Mentoring

Team coordination

Communication

Customer service

Documentation

Safety compliance

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Associates/technical degree

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Facilities Maintenance Technician Lead at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. The role involves day-to-day inspections, preventive maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment within outpatient healthcare complexes. This position may lead a team of facilities maintenance technicians or be solely responsible for maintenance of facilities over 110,000 square feet.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex tasks related to inspections, preventive maintenance and repairs of buildings and equipment (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC).
• Identify, communicate, coordinate and complete projects in assigned areas; respond to emergency situations and correct defects.
• Mentor, train and provide technical expertise to other staff; distribute work orders in the supervisor’s absence.
• Assist other trades as needed; adhere to safety practices; maintain clean work areas and equipment; document work; provide high level customer service; communicate with customers, coworkers and supervision by written, electronic and verbal methods.
• Operate department vehicle; participate in meetings and emergency response teams; support the university value of integrity and accountability.
• Lead projects and coordinate work in the assigned area; participate in the development of staff and ensure alignment with building standards.

Technical Duties / Area Competencies (55%)

• Carpentry: Install/remove fixtures, shelves, ceiling tiles, drywall, flooring and trim; repaint walls; install/repair doors and hardware; repair fire doors and penetrations.
• Electrical: Install/repair electrical equipment, lighting, outlets, switches, controls and motors; retrofit lighting; perform electrical readings; respond to electrical emergencies; perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems.
• Plumbing: Repair/install toilets, sinks, showers; service plumbing components; unclog drains; test eye wash and emergency showers; locate shut-offs; perform preventative maintenance on plumbing.
• HVAC: Respond to temperature issues; repair/replace thermostats; clean ducts and coils; replace motors and filters; align belts; perform maintenance on HVAC/R components.

General Duties (25%)

• Technical Support: Ensure code compliance; document regulatory tests; conduct building walk-throughs; maintain equipment knowledge and update drawings; locate utility shut-offs and generate permits; troubleshoot field problems; participate in emergency response.
• Communication / Recordkeeping: Document labor and materials; manage purchase requests; provide project estimates; inform customers when tasks are complete; escalate work orders as needed.
• Other Departmental Duties: Pursue professional development; interact with other areas; participate in meetings, trainings and possibly committees; perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Classification Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent; eight years of general maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience with three years in a team-oriented, multi-function setting; during probationary period: valid OSHA 30-hour General Industry Safety and Health card.

Desirable Qualifications

Associates/technical degree or certificate in skilled trades/maintenance related field.

Physical and Other Requirements

Must be able to push/pull 70 lbs; climb and stand on ladders; may work in hot, cold, dusty or dirty environments and in cramped spaces. May work overtime and be subject to 24-hour emergency call. Final candidates may be subject to a background check and post-offer drug screen or physical as required. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.