Facilities Technician II

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline. Organization: Supreme Court of Ohio Agency Contact Name and Information: Office of Human Resources - View email address on click.appcast.io Work Location: 65 South Front Street Columbus, Ohio, 43215 United States Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000 Schedule: Permanent - Full Time Work Hours: 1st Shift Classified Indicator: Unclassified Union: Exempt from union Primary Job Skill: Facilities Management Who We Are The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking a skilled and dependable Facilities Technician II to join our Facilities Management team at the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center. This position performs a wide variety of maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance activities within a large, complex Class A high-rise facility. We are looking for an individual with strong mechanical aptitude who can work independently, troubleshoot problems, and contribute as part of a multi-skilled facilities team. What You'll Do Perform general building maintenance involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, masonry, and other building systems. Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain HVAC and mechanical equipment. Perform electrical troubleshooting and repairs, including working with systems and test equipment up to 480 volts, as qualified and authorized. Perform plumbing repairs and installations involving fixtures, piping, valves, pumps, and related equipment. Troubleshoot and repair commercial appliances and building equipment. Perform preventive maintenance and identify equipment problems before they result in failures. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and specifications. Assist with operation and troubleshooting of building systems including DDC/building automation controls, hydronic systems, boilers, air-conditioning equipment, fire alarm systems, and sprinkler systems. Perform carpentry repairs including doors, locks, closers, hinges, drywall, ceiling systems, wall base, and restroom partitions. Troubleshoot and repair irrigation systems and controls. Respond to facility service requests, determine root causes, and provide appropriate solutions. Operate equipment such as forklifts, man lifts, scissor lifts, table saws, pipe threaders, and pipe benders when properly trained. Communicate professionally with Court employees, contractors, vendors, and other departments. Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to building emergencies when necessary. Follow applicable OSHA, NFPA, Court safety procedures, and established Facilities Management policies. Additional Information This is a non-exempt unclassified position, reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator. The salary range for this position, which is commensurate with experience, is $50,000 -$60,000. This position will receive a commuter stipend each paycheck. Out of state applicants may apply, however, the Supreme Court of Ohio does not reimburse travel or relocation expenses. The Supreme Court of Ohio is an equal employment opportunity employer that supports an alcohol and drug-free, and a weapons and violence free, work environment. Physical & Work Requirements The position requires frequent walking and standing throughout the facility and may require climbing stairs and ladders, bending, reaching, kneeling, squatting, pushing, and pulling. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds individually and occasionally participate in team lifts of up to 100 pounds. Work may occur in mechanical rooms, equipment areas, and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to noise, electrical equipment, paints, solvents, refrigerants, water-treatment chemicals, and other conditions associated with commercial building maintenance. The employee may operate forklifts, man lifts, scissor lifts, and other equipment after receiving appropriate training and authorization. This position may participate in an on-call rotation requiring occasional work outside normal business hours. At-Will Employment The Supreme Court of Ohio is an at-will employer that seeks to attract, employ, and retain highly skilled and motivated individuals, attempts to maintain staff continuity for the efficiency of its operation, and desires to foster and maintain an ethical, professional, and impartial work environment. Pursuant to Adm. P. 4 (At-Will Employment), no person shall be offered or denied a position of employment with the Court, and no employee shall have the employee's employment terminated based solely upon political party affiliation, political activity permitted under Adm. P. 17 (Employee Code of Ethics), or other partisan considerations. Further, no employee shall have the employee's employment terminated with or without cause unless upon the concurrence of a majority of the Court. Background Check Information The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications The successful candidate should be a hands-on problem solver who is comfortable working independently while also being part of a team. The position requires good judgment, strong troubleshooting skills, attention to safety, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and coworkers. Because the Judicial Center contains multiple complex building systems, we are particularly interested in candidates who understand how mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, and life-safety systems interact within a large commercial building. High school diploma or GED. 3–5 years of building maintenance or skilled-trades experience. Demonstrated ability to independently perform general maintenance and moderately complex repairs. Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building-system problems. Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, meters, and other maintenance equipment. Ability to read and understand technical drawings, schematics, and equipment documentation. Valid Ohio driver's license. Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Commercial HVAC and refrigeration Building automation/DDC controls Hydronic heating and cooling systems Steam or boiler systems Pumps, motors, VFDs, and related mechanical equipment Commercial electrical systems, including three-phase/480-volt equipment Fire alarm and sprinkler systems Commercial plumbing High-rise or large commercial/institutional facility maintenance Energy management and lighting controls Trade certifications, apprenticeships, professional credentials, EPA Section 608 certification, or other relevant technical training are preferred. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Ohio