Senior Facilities Technician

Department Overview The Senior Facilities Technician performs independent skilled journey level work in the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of facilities operating equipment and systems, performing related work as required. This work is completed independently, with complex problem solving required. These operating systems include but are not limited to plumbing systems, doors, windows, roofs, fire equipment, painting of interior or exterior walls, HVAC systems, pumps, fans including related motors and associated control systems. Department Overview The Senior Facilities Technician performs independent skilled journey level work in the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of facilities operating equipment and systems, performing related work as required. This work is completed independently, with complex problem solving required. These operating systems include but are not limited to plumbing systems, doors, windows, roofs, fire equipment, painting of interior or exterior walls, HVAC systems, pumps, fans including related motors and associated control systems. Function/Duties of Position Building HVAC System repairs Works with Building Coordinators, HVAC Technician, and Utilities staff to analyze and repair heating, ventilation and air conditioning operational problems in assigned area. Coordinates with Utilities and zone staff to repair building system HVAC components and assures proper operation. Diagnoses and correct building HVAC System / component abnormalities quickly and efficiently. Corrective and Preventative Maintenance of building equipment. Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs - HVAC heating and cooling components and systems including air handlers, pumps, fans, compressors, plumbing fixtures and vacuum systems. Establishes and maintains a preventative maintenance program on all equipment assigned. Facility Maintenance and Repairs Performs facility maintenance relating to building electrical, plumbing., doors windows roofs, fire equipment, painting of interiors or exteriors, ceiling tiles, flooring and carpet. Typically includes replacing of lights and ballasts, and the use of heavy-duty augers and sewer cleaning equipment to unplug blocked drains, sinks, and toilets. Accurately completes all paperwork in a timely manner (daily labor reports, job plans, or work orders etc.). Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of immediate work area, and maintains security of personal hand tools, common shop tools, supplies, and vehicles. Fabrication Fabricates tools, machinery and machine parts from metal, wood, plastic, and sheet metal using some machine tools and other forming tools and equipment. Forges, Tempers, straightens, bends and welds iron and steel. Solders or brazes other non - ferrous metals. Repairs small plant or specialty equipment. Professional Development and Training Requires continuous development of technical skills to keep pace with technological changes. Reviews technical journals and relevant literature, and attends training as needed to stay current with changes in technology; serves as resource to other team members on complex changes in the field. Instructs and provides technical leadership to other Facility Management staff. Instructs lesser skilled employees as they assist in maintenance functions to help them develop their skills and provide a progressive work environment. Attends departmental meetings and successfully completes any proficiency evaluation (verbal or written) which may be required to demonstrate adequate comprehension, and to satisfy requirements of OSHA, JCAHO, and other agencies upon which OHSU depends for accreditation. Customer Service Assumes role as primary customer service representative for all Facilities & Logistics operations and services on assigned Work Orders, responding to both internal and external customers in a timely, effective, and professional manner, developing positive working relationships. Administrative and Functional Duties Accurately complete all paperwork as required (daily labor reports, job plans, work orders, etc.) and turn in all paperwork in time. Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of immediate work area and maintain security of personal hand tools, common shop tools, supplies, and vehicles. Perform emergency duties or other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice President of Facilities and Real Estate or designee. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School or GED equivalent. Seven years of facilities maintenance or trades related experience. Two completed years of building maintenance experience can substitute for two of the seven years of experience required above. Successful completion of a Facilities Maintenance technical training program may substitute for one of the seven years of experience required above. Computer skills: beginning - intermediate. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable record according to OHSU standards. Demonstrated knowledge, skill and experience in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of HVAC and HVAC controls systems, both pneumatic and DDC and mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and components. Preferred Qualifications 5 years of increasing responsibility of hospital experience. Experience with Metasys OR Apogee (Johnson Controls OR Siemens) Building Automation System controls. CFC Certification (Universal), Brazing Certification, Limited Maintenance or low voltage electrical license. Additional Details Normal duties require 40 hours per week. The position does require the ability if the incumbent to be able to respond to on-call assignments, overtime, and after hours or emergency call-backs as needed. Benefits Healthcare for full-time employees covered 100% and 88% for dependents. $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee. Two separate above market pension plans to choose from. Vacation - up to 200 hours per year dependent on length of service. Sick Leave - up to 96 hours per year. 9 paid holidays per year. Substantial Tri-Met and C-Tran discounts. Employee Assistance Program. Childcare service discounts. Tuition reimbursement. Employee discounts to local and national businesses. Working conditions may include working outside in inclement weather, walking, standing, bending and stooping for extended periods of time, lifting carrying heavy objects, 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 noise dust and odors could be expected. There is some risk of exposure to dirt, biological, chemical and radiological materials or danger of steam or hot water burns, electric shock, infection or minor injuries that could require the use of OSHA approved Personal Protective Equipment. Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. 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