Facilities Technician: HVAC, Electrical & Building Repair

American University; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

American University, located in Washington, DC, seeks a full-time Facilities Technician for the Washington College of Law campus. You will perform a broad range of trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and related maintenance to ensure a safe, clean, and functional environment.

The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, supervision of temporary staff or contracts, and participation in about 4,000 work orders annually across a 350,000+ sq ft facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Universal CFC.
• Journeyman’s Certification in 1 or more Trades.
• Facilities Technician Certification.
• 1–2 years’ experience or knowledge in EM Systems, Siemens Desigo, or Commissioning.
• 3–5 years’ HVAC system experience.
• 3–5 years’ general construction or maintenance experience.
• Advanced knowledge of all trades.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC/refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
• Assist with maintenance on mechanical or HVAC equipment to maintain safe operating systems.
• Inspect and maintain building mechanical rooms and equipment; order parts as needed.
• Respond to after-hours emergency callbacks.
• Attend technical training and share knowledge with the team.
• Maintain records and inventory for deferred maintenance and projects.
• Assist in changes to renovations and with contractors on projects.
• Supervise temporary labor or other tradespeople as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

HVAC systems

Electrical

Carpentry

Plumbing

Team coordination

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Journeyman’s Certification

Facilities Technician Certification

Master’s Trade Certification

Tools

CMMS

Siemens Desigo

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

American University, located in Washington, DC, seeks a full-time Facilities Technician for the Washington College of Law campus. You will perform a broad range of trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and related maintenance to ensure a safe, clean, and functional environment.

The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, supervision of temporary staff or contracts, and participation in about 4,000 work orders annually across a 350,000+ sq ft facility.