Facilities Technician

Department Overview

The Facilities Technician , under the general direction of the Facilities Manager, assists employees in the Senior Facilities Technician classification and performs routine corrective and preventative maintenance work on the facilities operating equipment and systems, and performs related duties as required, within Vista Pavillion. This apprentice-level position completes work with limited supervision, with moderate problem solving required. Duties may include, but are not limited to, work on plumbing systems, doors, windows, roofs, fire equipment, replacement of belts and filters, equipment lubrication, HVAC components, and fans including related motors.

Function/Duties of Position

• Plumbing Maintenance

  • Assists in the installation of new plumbing including pipes, drains, tubs, faucets, and other plumbing fixtures and equipment.

  • Make simple repairs on old plumbing such as renewing washers and valves and repairing sinks.

  • Clean and open drains and toilets, and other water lines. 

  • Basic plumbing knowledge a must.

• Corrective and Preventative Maintenance of building equipment
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair building systems including pumps, fans, compressors, and vacuum systems. 
  • Lubricate equipment, change belts and filters as needed. Must be able to trace a building system line.   
• Facility Maintenance and Repairs
  • Perform facility maintenance relating to building electrical, plumbing, doors, windows, roofs, fire equipment, ceiling tiles, flooring and carpet. 
  • Includes lamp replacement and the use of heavy-duty augers and sewer cleaning equipment to unplug blocked drains, sinks, and toilets. 
  • Perform small office modification jobs for customers, including mounting whiteboards, hanging art, installing keyboard trays, etc. 
  • Basic knowledge of carpentry and tools necessary; also, rudimentary understanding of construction principles and basic mechanical knowledge.
• Professional Development and Training
  • Requires continuous learning and development of technical skills and knowledge to keep pace with changes in technology. 
  • Review technical journals and relevant literature and the attendance of training as often as needed to keep knowledge current. 
  • Provide technical leadership to other Facility Management staff; instruct less experienced employees as they assist with maintenance to help them develop their skills and provide a progressive work environment; includes providing limited direction to employees in the Facilities Technician 1 classification.

• 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.  
  • Attend all required meetings and training classes and sucessfully complete any proficiency evaluation (verbal or written ) which may be required to demonstrate adequate comprehension. These evaluations may also be administered to satisfy the requirements of OSHA, JCAHO, and other agencies upon which OHSU depends for accreditation.
• 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.
• Other Duties
  • Assist in the repair of small plant or specialty equipment.
  • Fabricate tools, machinery and machine parts from metal, wood, plastic, and sheet metal using some machine tools and other forming tools and equipment. 
  • This may include forging, tempering, straightening, bending and welding iron and steel, and soldering or brazing other non-ferrous metals.  
  • Perform emergency duties or other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice President of Facilities and Real Estate or designee.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of facilities maintenance or trades related experience.
  • Two completed years of building maintenance experience can substitute for two of the three years of experience required above.
• Driver’s license valid in the state of Oregon.

• Intermediate PC skills to operate systems (Microsoft Office, data entry, email).

• Knowledge of minor repairs on basic building systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years experience in Health Facilities Maintenance or trades-related experience; OR
• Completion of an approved Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship Program.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skill and experience in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of HVAC and HVAC control systems, pneumatic and DDC mechanical systems, electrical and plumbing systems and components.
• CFC Certification, (Universal) Brazing Certification, Limited Maintenance or low voltage electrical license.

Additional Details

Normal duties require 40 hours per week. The position does require the ability of the incumbent to be able to respond to on-call assignments, overtime, and after hours or emergency call-backs as needed.

 

Benefits 

• Healthcare for full-time employees covered 100% and 88% for dependents.
• $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee.
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from.
• Vacation - up to 200 hours per year dependent on length of service.
• Sick Leave - up to 96 hours per year.
• 9 paid holidays per year.
• Substantial Tri-Met and C-Tran discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Childcare service discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts to local and national businesses.

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]