The Facilities Technician , under the general direction of the Facilities Manager, assists employees in the Senior Facilities Technician classification and performs routine corrective and preventative maintenance work on the facilities operating equipment and systems, and performs related duties as required. This apprentice-level position completes work with limited supervision, with moderate problem solving required. Duties may include, but are not limited to, work on plumbing systems, doors, windows, roofs, fire equipment, replacement of belts and filters, equipment lubrication, HVAC components, and fans including related motors.

Plumbing Activities —

• Assist in the installation of new plumbing including pipes, drains tubs, faucets, and other plumbing fixtures and equipment; make simple repairs on old plumbing such as renewing washers and valves and repairing sinks; clean and open drains and toilets, and other water lines. Basic plumbing knowledge a must.

Corrective and Preventative Maintenance of building equipment—

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair building systems including pumps, fans, compressors, and vacuum systems. Lubricate equipment, change belts and filters as needed. Must be able to trace a building system line.

Facility Maintenance and Repairs—

• Perform facility maintenance relating to building electrical, plumbing, doors, windows, roofs, fire equipment, ceiling tiles, flooring and carpet. Includes lamp replacement and the use of heavy-duty augers and sewer cleaning equipment to unplug blocked drains, sinks, and toilets.
• Perform small office modification jobs for customers, including mounting whiteboards, hanging art, installing keyboard trays, etc. Basic knowledge of carpentry and tools necessary; also, rudimentary understanding of construction principles and basic mechanical knowledge.

Other Duties as Assigned

Experience:

• Three years of facilities maintenance or trades related experience
• Driver’s license required

Education:

• High School or GED equivalent
  • Experience Substitutions:
  • Two completed years of building maintenance experience can substitute for two of the three years of experience required above OR
• Successful completion of a Facilities Maintenance technical training program may substitute for one of the three years of experience required above.

• 5 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.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

• Demonstrated knowledge, skill and experience in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of HVAC and HVAC control systems, pneumatic and DDC mechanical systems, electrical and plumbing systems and components
• Intermediate/Advanced PC skills to operate systems (Microsoft Office, data entry, email).
• Knowledge of minor repairs on basic building systems

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.