Preventative Maintenance Technician I (2nd Shift) - Enterprise Physical Operations

Job Title

The Enterprise Physical Operations, Infrastructure, Capital Programs & Real Estate (EPO) department at WashU provides integrated operational, infrastructure, planning, and facility services that support the university's mission of excellence in education, research, patient care, and community engagement.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Services air handling units (cleaning, greasing, oiling, filters, belts).
• Services exhaust fans (greasing, oiling, belts).
• Services pumps (cleaning, greasing, oiling).
• Services compressors and air dryers.
• Changes climate room chart recorder charts.
• Maintains and cleans equipment rooms.
• Rooftop drain inspections.
• Performs exterior campus lighting check.
• Documents building equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Exposure to chemicals.
• High noise environment.
• Requires protective devices.
• Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements.
• Exposure to moving machinery.
• Exposure to animals (trips to DCM).
• Patient care setting.
• Works inside and outside, in dusty and dirty places such as pits and equipment spaces where temperatures may exceed 100 degrees, and equipment may be oily and greasy.
• Employee may be required to work in the vicinity of labs containing bio-hazardous radioactive substances.
• Exposed to wet and cold conditions, as well as noise and vibration from operating equipment.
• Must be able to work in morgues, gross anatomy, and pathology laboratories.

Physical Effort:

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.
• Typically standing or walking.
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.
• Using tools requiring high dexterity.
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less).
• Occasional lifting (25 50 lbs.).

Equipment:

• Office equipment.
• Simple hand tools.
• Tools associated with duties.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Skill Trade Functions (1 Year)

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Skilled Trades Functions (2 Years)

Skills:

Color Vision, Communication, Continuous Learning, Customer Service, Depth Perception, Equipment Maintenance, Following Protocols, Hand Tools, HVAC Equipment, Lifting Equipment, Mechanical Aptitude, Mechanical Components, Multitasking, Organizational Commitment, Power Tools, Preventive Maintenance, Problem Resolution, Professional Integrity, Safety Protocols, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, Time Management, Troubleshooting, Work Orders

Grade

G06-H

Salary Range

$17.87 - $27.06 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at View phone number on click.appcast.io and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal:

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness:

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family:

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.