Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campus’ mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus.

OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the world’s largest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations.

As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the university’s mission. For additional information, view a quick message from some of our employees: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers.

This role is responsible for maintaining and repairing lighting and plumbing systems, performing minor repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Additional duties include replacing ceiling tiles, testing fume hoods, assisting with larger projects, updating documentation, and maintaining effective communication to support campus operations.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs repairs to all lighting systems, including exit, emergency, and exterior lighting.
• Manages lighting inventory and maintains compliance with EHS regulations regarding proper storage and disposal.
• Performs minor repairs and PMs as requested by the supervisor.
• Performs general repairs to all plumbing systems, including faucets, urinals, toilets, and toilet seats.
• Clears minor drain blockages from sinks, urinals, drinking fountains, and toilets using a plunger or toilet auger.
• Performs removal and installation of damaged or missing ceiling tiles.
• Performs bi-annual testing on all fume hoods, adjusts airflow, calibrates the monitor, and/or coordinates repairs.
• Updates documentation monthly.
• Assists Facilities Maintenance Technicians with larger projects when necessary.
• Communicates effectively through email and the electronic work order system.
• Cleans equipment as needed during repairs. Checks equipment storage areas and reports conditions to the supervisor. 
• Performs tasks outside the job description supporting the Department and the School’s mission. 
• Maintains effective communication with other maintenance staff and customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements
• High noise environment
• Patient care setting
• Exposure to moving machinery
• Exposure to chemicals
• Exposure to animals

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table
• Typically bending, crouching, and stooping
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)
• Typically standing or walking
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement
• Occasional lifting (25 - 50 lbs)

Equipment

• Office equipment
• Simple hand tools

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.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

General Maintenance Or Skilled Trade Function (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this posi