Facilities System Lead - Enterprise Physical Operations
Washington University in St. Louis
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Job summary
Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a skilled trades technician to support critical campus facilities, including BSL‑3 environments and animal facilities.
You will lead in your trade, mentor apprentices, and plan/perform HVAC, electrical, and plumbing repairs for short-range projects. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid MO/IL driver's license, and a relevant trade license or diploma.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Driver's license: MO Class E or IL Class D with good driving record.
- Trade School Diploma and/or Journeyman license in HVAC/R, Electrical Systems, or related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as primary technician for critical facilities, including BSL‑3s and animal facilities.
- Lead in all trades, provide mentorship to junior staff and apprentices.
- Plan and complete repairs/installation of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems for short-range projects.
- Coordinate with contractors and campus partners to schedule work.
- Maintain safe, compliant facility conditions and promote safety in the shop.
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Job description
ST. LOUIS, MO 63110
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The Enterprise Physical Operations, Infrastructure, Capital Programs & Real Estate (EPO) department at WashU provides integrated operational, infrastructure, planning, and facility services that support the university’s mission of excellence in education, research, patient care, and community engagement. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism & Planning, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity & Integration, Dedication & Delivery, Excellence & Enterprise Alignment, and Accountability & Stewardship, EPO fosters a culture centered on collaboration, strategic partnership, innovation, accountability, and service excellence across the university enterprise. EPO manages and supports 28 million gross square feet across 235+ buildings and associated infrastructure systems, encompassing academic, research, clinical, residential, administrative, and support facilities across the university’s campuses and operations. Our teams provide strategic leadership and operational expertise in facility management, infrastructure services, capital project delivery, real estate operations, planning, sustainability, engineering, maintenance, environmental services, public safety support, and enterprise operational services. EPO creates and maintains safe, innovative, efficient, mission‑driven environments that support our students, faculty, staff, patients, researchers, and community partners. For additional information and to hear directly from members of our team, please visit: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers. Provides advanced technical expertise and leadership in support of critical campus facilities, serving as the primary resource for complex maintenance needs across specialized environments. Oversees day‑to‑day technical operations within assigned areas, evaluates service priorities, and ensures high‑quality completion of HVAC, electrical, or plumbing projects. Mentors and trains junior staff, supports coordination with contractors and campus partners, and helps maintain safe, compliant, and reliable facility conditions. Strong communication, sound judgment, and the ability to guide both technical work and team performance are essential for success in this position.
- Serves as the primary technician for all critical facilities at WashU Medicine. This includes BSL3’s, animal facilities, and all other areas deemed critical.
- Serves as Senior Tradesman for their trade and holds a license, if applicable. Sponsors apprentices when it applies. Provides leadership in all areas of their trade, OFMD Core Values, and customer service skills.
- Plans and completes the repairs/installation of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems for short‑range projects.
- Acts as primary Facilities Engineering contact for assigned area, prioritizing work and making initial assessment of conditions and service needs.
- Provides training and education for junior technicians in their trade. Technician will be proficient in all areas of their field.
- Monitors outside service schedules and equipment installation by outside contractors.
- Interfaces with customers to schedule/coordinate any interruptions in service (utility outages).
- Follows through on work in progress to verify proper facility conditions are restored.
- Keeps Facilities Engineering supervisors aware of facility conditions, problems, and needs, as well as maintaining effective communication with other maintenance staff.
- Actively promotes safety in their shop.
- Attends all construction meetings and provides valuable input.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Location/Working Conditions:
- Works inside and outside, in dusty and dirty places such as pits and equipment spaces where temperatures may exceed 100 degrees, and equipment may be oily and greasy.
- Employee may be required to work in the vicinity of labs containing bio‑hazardous radioactive substances.
- Exposed to wet and cold conditions, as well as noise and vibration from operating equipment.
- Must be able to work in morgues, gross anatomy, and pathology laboratories.
- Stockroom or warehouse.
- Requires extensive safety training.
- Alternative work schedules.
- Exposure to chemicals.
- High noise environment.
- On‑Call (Beeper).
- Requires protective devices.
- Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements.
- Patient care setting.
- Exposure to moving machinery.
- Exposure to animals.
- Typically standing or walking.
- Typically bending, crouching, and stooping.
- Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.
- Using tools requiring high dexterity.
- Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less).
- Occasional lifting (25 – 50 lbs.).
- Frequent lifting (25 lbs. or more).
- Must be able to lift and carry tools and materials weighing in excess of 50 pounds and be able to raise and carry with assistance heavier items.
- Simple hand tools.
- Tools associated with the trade and work duties.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Skilled Trades Functions (4 Years)
Not Applicable
A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.
- Trade School Diploma and/or Journeyman license in a relevant skilled trade (HVAC/R, Electrical Systems, Fire Supression Systems, or closely related field), or a combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring skilled trade staff.
Associate degree
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Hospital Or Large Corporate/Industrial Complex (5 Years)
Climbing Structures, Color Vision, Communication, Customer Service, Depth Perception, Electrical Maintenance, Electrical Systems, Employee Development, Handheld Power Tools, Handling Guest Complaints, HVAC Maintenance, HVAC Systems, Internal Development, Leadership, Lifting Equipment, Maintenance Work, Organizational Commitment, Plumbing Maintenance, Plumbing Systems, Problem Solving, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, Timeline Management, Visual Acuity
G12‑H
$29.96 - $47.92 / Hourly
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314‑935‑1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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