Facilities Maintenance Technician

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Operate, monitor, and maintain the Building Automation System (BAS) to ensure facility support systems and related equipment remain in proper operating condition across a complex laboratory campus environment. This role is responsible for continuously monitoring mechanical, HVAC, utility, and environmental systems; responding to BAS alarms; assessing system performance; and making timely corrective decisions to support safe, reliable, and efficient facility operations. The Building Control Operator performs preventive and predictive maintenance on facilities support systems, troubleshoots equipment issues, documents system status and maintenance activity, and coordinates follow-up actions as needed to minimize disruption to critical operations and client project work.

This is a 3 rd shift role and offers a shift differential of 10% of base salary. The role is located at our West Jefferson, OH campus.

Schedule:

Monday, 11:30pm – Saturday, 7:30am (ends Saturday morning at 7:30am)

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the operation and maintenance of all mechanical systems equipment, including distribution systems, furnaces, boilers, hot water tanks, ventilation equipment, lab equipment, motors, pumps, valves, compressors, air conditioners, and related environmental equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Monitor equipment to ensure operation is within specified parameters, especially to meet the requirements of conducting project work for clients; makes adjustments and repairs as necessary; conduct necessary tests and inspects system equipment and components to detect actual and potential mechanical problems that would affect system performance and take corrective action.

• Assist in the development and implementation of the site energy savings program.

• Operate the BAS and related software; ensure that system modifications and upgrades maintain or enhance overall system flexibility, responsiveness, and reliability.

• Implement an effective preventive maintenance program using the site's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); repair and adjust mechanical and electrical systems controls; monitor and record effectiveness of maintenance activities; take corrective actions when necessary to ensure the safety and reliability of critical mechanical systems in a laboratory environment.

• Establish effective standards and procedures for operation of heating, air handling, electrical, and mechanical control systems; make recommendations to management on the specifics of a site energy savings program; participate in periodic reviews to ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and Battelle energy conservation policy.

• Start, stop and adjust operating equipment in response to requests for changes.; Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs in response to work orders about inadequate comfort levels.

• Perform preventative/predictive maintenance, repair, and adjust HVAC equipment to ensure the safety and reliability of critical mechanical systems.

• Respond to emergency calls during non-business hours and determine corrective actions, contact the appropriate staff to make work assignments, and conduct necessary follow-up actions. Work overtime for activities related to HVAC, shutdowns, repairs, and emergency situations.

• Perform self-development activities sufficient to maintain craft specialty skills and certifications required to perform assigned tasks.

• Perform special tasks requiring similar duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Key Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and a working knowledge of HVAC systems and operations, including electrical, electronic, and pneumatic control equipment for large building laboratory automation systems. Knowledge of Honeywell and Siemens building automation systems is a plus.

• High school education; three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.

• Initiative to actively pursue opportunities and training to maintain specialty skills and certifications required to perform assigned tasks.

• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to be productive with little or no direct supervision.

• Must be able to work from building drawings, architectural plans, operational guides, and maintenance manuals common to the trade, as well as modify existing drawings and schematics to account for components that have been modified or added to the system.

• Must be familiar with operation of a personal computer and Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook. Must also have experience with software commonly used for tracking and reporting system status in BAS and CMMS systems.

• Must have the knowledge of tools, materials, procedures, hazards of the trade, and possess the physical ability to perform manual labor, including work outdoors in inclement weather. Requires the physical ability to perform medium difficulty work, including lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling work materials and tools; ability to climb ladders, maintain balance, stoop, kneel and crouch to gain access to equipment components; ability to read meters and use tool accessories; acuity of vision for close work; depth perception and color vision.

• Must be able to use a communication device such as a pager, cellular phone, or two-way radio during and after normal business hours, including weekends.

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance. May be required to obtain special clearances and inoculations to work in labs containing biohazards or radioactive substances.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, good customer service skills, and ability to follow through and carry out assignments

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $43,900 - $59,300 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment

• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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