Senior Facilities Technician

Department Overview

Ranked the No. 1 Hospital in Oregon by the U.S. News & World Report, we pride ourselves in not only serving our community with the highest of accolades, but pushing a multifaceted mission that strives of excellence within the OHSU Culture.

 OHSU is hiring! We offer a variety of benefits on top of joining a thriving organization:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage at low or no cost to employees
  • Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
• Several retirement plans to choose from! – Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan and University Pension Plan, voluntary savings plans (403b and 457b)
• Up to 200 hours (equal to 25 full days) a year of paid time off 
• 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated for part-time employees) 
• Commuter subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
• Annual Raises
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses
• Growth/Development Opportunities 

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. Diagnose 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Required Qualifications

• High School or GED equivalent
  • Experience Substitutions: o Two completed years of building maintenance experience can substitute for two of the seven years of experience required above
  • OR Successful completion of a Facilities Maintenance technical training program may substitute for two of the seven years of experience required above.
  • Some positions may require licensures or certification in a specific trade.
• Seven years of facilities maintenance or trades related experience
• Computer skills: beginning - intermediate
• Driver’s license required
• 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.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable record according to OHSU standards.

• Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

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

• 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 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.

• 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.

• Working conditions as noted above may include working outside in inclement weather, walking, standing, bending and stooping for extended periods of time, lifting and carrying heavy objects up to 75 pounds

All are welcome

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.

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