Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

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. For additional information, view a quick message from some of our employees: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers.

Position provides recognized procedures and techniques to safely perform duties repairing and servicing of equipment. The mechanic will primarily work on generators, cooling towers, pumps, and chillers. The mechanic will assist others on larger projects and will perform other duties as assigned.

Job Description

• Performs repairs and maintains mechanical equipment in accordance with operating manuals and manufacturer's specifications.

• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on chillers including punching the chiller tubes and basic chiller repairs.

• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on cooling towers including cleaning of the cooling tower basins.

• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on generators including oil changes, refueling generators, battery changes, and monthly generator testing.

• Performs preventative maintenance on air compressors, lab air, and university vehicles.

• Documents the testing required by governmental agencies, preventive maintenance on equipment, and deficiencies.

• Develops and maintains building information pertaining maintained equipment.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Alternative work schedules

• Exposure to chemicals

• High noise environment

• On-Call

• Requires protective devices

• Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements

• Exposure to moving machinery

Physical Effort

• Typically standing or walking

• Typically bending, crouching, stooping

• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement

• Using tools requiring high dexterity

• Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less)

• Occasional lifting (25 – 50 lbs)

• Frequent lifting (25 lbs. or more)

• Must be able to lift and carry tools and materials weighing in excess of 50 pounds and be able to raise and carry with assistance heavier items

Equipment

• Simple hand tools

• Heavy equipment (buffers, mowers, forklift, etc.)

• Other: Vehicle lift gate, heavy hoses, pumps, moving heavy 55gallon barrels

• Operating and repairing generators

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

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

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

CDL with HAZMAT Endorsement - Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Department, CDL with HAZMAT Endorsement - Missouri Department of Revenue, CDL with HAZMAT Endorsement - Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A commercial driver's license and good driving record are required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• 2 Year Trade School Certificate.

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:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Computer Literacy, Conflict Resolution, Customer Service, Interpersonal Communication, Mechanical Apptitude, Oral Communications, Peer to Peer Learning, Troubleshooting, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G10-H

Salary Range

$25.47 - $39.49 / Hourly

The 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 [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 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.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. 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, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.