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Facilities Building Sys Techn Sr.

The Ohio State University
Scott House (1108), United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Mar 2025

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Job Title:

Facilities Building Sys Techn Sr.

Department:

Student Life | North Maintenance

Job Description

Under the general direction of a lead technician or supervisor, performs complex level tasks that ensure a safe and comfortable environment, uninterrupted operations of kitchen equipment, refrigeration, mechanical and utilities systems and equipment, and indoor air quality. Duties include but are not limited to: providing building support service and inspecting, troubleshooting, calibrating, and repairing/replacing building systems and equipment. Responds to emergency situations, such as electrical, mechanical and medical gas disruptions, evaluates and corrects defects. Initiates the correct response protocol when problems cannot be resolved. May assist lower level technicians. Assists other trades as needed; adheres to all safety practices and procedures; cleans and maintains work areas and equipment; attends meetings; completes documentation; provides a high level of customer service; communicates to customers, coworkers and supervision via written, electronic and verbal methods and devices; operates department vehicles; and performs other duties as assigned. Actively supports our commitment to the university value of acting with integrity and personal accountability to establish a culture of professionalism in the workplace. Shift, hours, days, and/or location are subject to change based on operational need in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement; may work overtime; subject to 24 hour emergency call. This position will participate in a planned on-call rotation, which is compensated per the terms of the bargaining union agreement.

Qualifications

Required: High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience; high school algebra and geometry proficiency; minimum four years’ experience in building systems operations, commercial/industrial building maintenance and/or HVAC and building automation systems or equivalent combination of education and experience with 2 of those years working on large scale heating and cooling systems; obtain the following within the probationary period: EPA Section 608 Technician Certification- Universal and valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card; successful completion of probationary period includes demonstrated competence in each of the identified technical specialties as required for this position’s level of responsibility.

Desired: Making repairs to kitchen equipment including ovens, dish machines, refrigeration, providing building support services and inspecting, troubleshooting, calibrating, and repairing/replacing building systems and equipment.

Additional Information:

Compensation

The hiring range for this position is $28.70 - $37.31 based on prior work experience.

Office of Student Life Mission Statement

The Office of Student Life fosters students’ development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

Location:

Scott House (1108)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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