Facilities Technician IV (Lead) - OFMD

About the role

The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campus' mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus. OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the world’s largest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations. As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the university’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Senior Tradesman for their trade and holds a license, if applicable.
• Sponsors apprentices when it applies.
• Provides leadership in all areas of their trade, OFMD Core Values, and customer service skills.
• Serves as the primary technician for all critical facilities at the School of Medicine. This includes BSL3’s, animal facilities, and all other areas deemed critical.
• Provides training and education for level III, II and I technicians in their trade. A technician will be proficient in all areas of their field.
• Acts as primary Facilities Engineering contact for assigned area, prioritizing work and making initial assessment of conditions and service needs.
• Plans and completes the repairs/installation of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems for short-range projects.
• Maintains effective communication with other maintenance staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Licenses in trade as applicable.

Skills

• Communication
• Customer Service
• Electrical Maintenance
• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems
• Maintenance Inspections
• Maintenance Repair
• Maintenance Work
• Organizational Commitment
• Plumbing
• Problem Resolution
• Professional Integrity
• Strive for Excellence
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Vocational Training