The Facilities Technician Assistant, under the general direction of the Facilities Manager, assists employees in the Technician and Senior Technician classifications in performing routine corrective and preventative maintenance work on the facilities operating equipment and systems and performs related duties as required. This laborer-level position may complete work under direct supervision, with some moderate problem solving required. Duties may include, but are not limited to, work on plumbing and electrical systems, doors, windows, roofs, fire equipment, HVAC components, as well as general labor duties.

Plumbing Activities:

• Assists in the installation of new plumbing including pipes, drains tubs, faucets, and other plumbing fixtures and equipment; cleans and opens drains, toilets and other water lines.

Lighting Maintenance:

• Replaces incandescent, florescent, and HID lamps; cleans light fixtures and luminaries; uses lifts, ladders and extension ladders as required.

Administrative Duties:

• Attend all required meetings and training classes and successfully complete any proficiency evaluation (verbal or written ) which may be required to demonstrate adequate comprehension.
• These evaluations may also be administered to satisfy the requirements of OSHA, JCAHO, and other agencies upon which OHSU depends for accreditation  

Other Duties as assigned

Education

• High School or GED equivalent

Experience

• One year of facilities maintenance or trades related experience or successful completion of a Facilities Maintenance technical training program
• Driver’s license required
• Basic computer skills

• 3 years experience in Health Facilities Maintenance or trades- related experience OR completion of an approved Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship Program.
• CFC Certification, (Universal) Brazing Certification, Limited Maintenance or Low-Voltage electrical license.
• Knowledge of minor repairs on basic building systems.
• Some knowledge, skill and experience in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and components

Working conditions may include working outside in inclement weather, crawling in small cramped spaces,

working from ladders, scaffolds and other above ground locations including high sloping roofs; working in

extreme temperatures, around moving machinery, and in confined spaces containing high levels of of noise,

dust, and odors could be expected. Some risk of exposure to dirt, biological, chemical and radiological

materials, some danger of steam or hot water burns, electric shock, infection or minor injuries that could

require the use of OSHA approved Personal Protective Equipment.

 

Normal duties require 40 hours per week. The position does require the ability of the incumbent to be able to

respond to on-call assignments, overtime, and after hours or emergency call-backs as needed.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.