Hybrid Facilities Building Systems Associate na The Ohio State University

Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [email protected]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.

Current Employees and Students:

If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.

Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site.  We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:

• Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.

• Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application. 

Job Title:

Facilities Building Systems Associate

Department:

FAES | Wooster Campus Facility Services

Classification Specification for Classified Civil Service
Developed for Equal Opportunity

OSU TITLE CODE: 8887 
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: FACILITIES BUILDING SYSTEMS ASSOCIATE

Function Statement:
Under the supervision of a technician, senior technician, Lead technician, or supervisor, performs entry and intermediate level tasks that ensure a safe and comfortable environment, uninterrupted operations of mechanical and utilities systems and equipment, and indoor air quality. Duties include but are not limited to providing building support services and inspecting, troubleshooting, calibrating and repairing/replacing building systems and equipment. The Facilities Building Systems Associate may respond to emergency situations, such as electrical, mechanical and medical gas disruptions, evaluating and correcting these problems. Initiates appropriate protocols when problems cannot be resolved. 

Assists other trades as needed; adheres to all safety practices and procedures; cleans and maintains work areas and equipment; attends meetings; completes documentation; provides a high level of customer service; communicates to customers, coworkers and supervision via written, electronic, and verbal methods and devices; operates department vehicles; and performs other duties as assigned. Actively supports our commitment to the university value of acting with integrity and personal accountability to establish a culture of professionalism in the workplace. 
 
Shift, hours, days, and/or location are subject to change based on operational need in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement; may work overtime; subject to 24-hour emergency call. 

Job Duties: (These duties are illustrative only.) Incumbents may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as required.

Technical Specialties:
Technical Specialties which may include: 1) HVAC system fixtures and components installation and repair such as responds to and analyzes air flow issues, measures/adjusts airflow, cleans condensers, coils, inspects fan motors and belts, blades, replaces filters, compressor and associated tubing for damage/wear and tear, checks for leaks, etc., installs/replaces HVAC fixtures including, but not limited to: duct work, gauges, thermostats, circulating pumps, fan motors and belts, blades, actuators, piping, switches and water lines, tests electrical circuits and components for continuity or 2) system monitoring such as monitors HVAC system and equipment, building automation system (BAS) and steam and boiler systems, monitors chilled water systems, monitors boiler operation and cooling towers, assists with or performs basic air balancing tasks, assists with or operates, maintains and tests fire and emergency power systems/equipment and may assist higher level technicians with troubleshooting mechanical systems, electrical supply repair and/or boiler monitoring or 3) HVAC controls and building automation such as inspects thermostats and other temperature controls, including building automation controls, for proper function, replaces and repairs pneumatic and electronic controls or 4) preventative maintenance such as performs preventative maintenance: calibration, cleaning, inspection and repairs of controls, dampers, belts on HVAC and other mechanical systems and equipment. 5) may require inspections/clean/checks of mechanical rooms spaces and equipment.
General Duties
General Duties expand and develop the ability to in the following areas which may include 1) communication/recordkeeping such as documents labor, materials and work performed on work orders, requests materials and equipment required to perform tasks, provides feedback on materials, informs customers when task are completed, documents regulatory compliance tests: assists updating building drawings or 2) other departmental duties such as participates in professional development/ continuing education activities: obtaining and maintaining required certifications, soft skill development, etc., participates in meetings, trainings, orientations participates on emergency response teams, interacts with and assists other areas and staff within the department, may participate on committees, performs other duties as assigned.

Major Work Characteristics:
Ability to expand and develop the ability to in the following areas:

1) read, understand and update blueprints, schematics and as built drawings, 2) read, understand and apply safety standards and practices (e.g., hazard communication, infection prevention, lock-out/ tag-out),

3) read, interpret and understand technical manuals and systems specifications,

4) follow applicable trade specific codes, standards and regulations;

5) learn technical skills and apply new knowledge to solve problems;

6) select and use hand, power and machine tools;

7) work alone or with others;

8) establish and maintain interpersonal relationships;

9)maintain a clean and safe work environment;

10) document and record information;

11) instruct others to perform a task;

12) provide guidance and expert advice about technical systems or processes; 13) locate, disable and enable electrical disconnects and plumbing shut-offs; 14) operate and test emergency generators; Skills:

15) problem solving,

16) decision making;

17) conflict management (e.g. handle complaints, identify issues and negotiate with others);

18) computer (e.g., data entry, data retrieval, electronic communication, internet searches, navigate and retrieve information from websites; create basic reports using Microsoft Word); including electronic or other data management tools

19) customer service (e.g. demonstrate empathy, meet quality standards, actively look for ways to help others);

20) time management;

21) organizing;

22) brazing and soldering;

23) planning;

24) prioritizing work;

25) resource management;

26) troubleshooting (e.g. integrated HVAC/R systems); Knowledge of:

27) chilled water and hot water systems integration and operation;

28) air flow and water balancing principles, tools and techniques;

29) relationship of preventive maintenance and equipment life-cycle;

30) building automation systems and controls;

31) AC/DC theory;

32) hydronics theory;

33) integration of building mechanical systems and controls;

34) boilers;

35) fire alarm system monitoring;

36) relationship of preventive maintenance and equipment life cycle.

 

Minimum Class Requirements: (Including license, if any.)
High school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of experience.

Experience in building systems operations, commercial/industrial building maintenance, and/or HVAC and building automation systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Obtain the following during the probationary period: EPA Section 608 Technician Certification-

1(Universal and valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card;

2( successful completion of the probationary period includes demonstrated competency in each of the identified technical specialties as required for this position’s level of responsibility.

3(May require a valid State of Ohio driver license.
4(Physical Requirements: Must be able to push and pull 70 lbs. and distinguish colors; climb and stand on ladders for extended periods of time.

4(May work in hot, cold, dusty, or dirty environments for an extended period of time; may work in cramped spaces. 
Unusual Working conditions:
May work in hot, cold, dusty, or dirty environments for an extended period of time. May work in cramped spaces.

Training & Development:
*Developed after employment.
 

Additional Information:

The salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:

Physical Plant (0407)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. 

As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Candidatar-se agora