Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Operations & Facilities Management Department at WashU Medicine is committed to delivering a comprehensive range of services to support the medical campus.

We oversee maintenance and operations for 65 buildings, covering more than 11.1 million gross square feet of space. This includes the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot neuroscience research building, which houses one of the world’s highest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our responsibilities include operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management.

Furthermore, as WashU Medicine continues to expand its presence both on and off campus in areas such as teaching, clinical care, and research, our team remains instrumental in ensuring the seamless delivery of clinical care, advancing research initiatives, and facilitating educational endeavors.

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, fume hood testing, 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 electronic work order system.
• Cleans equipment as needed during repairs. Checks equipment storage areas and reports conditions to 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

• 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.
• Exposed to wet and cold conditions and noise and vibration from operation equipment.
• Ability to work in morgues, gross anatomy, and pathology laboratories.
• Employee may be required to work in the vicinity of labs containing biohazardous radioactive substances.

Physical Effort

• A considerable amount of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching to gain access to pipes, wiring, and equipment.

• Ability to use ladders daily, along with man lift as needed.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

• Hand and power 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:

No specific certification 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 position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualific