Facilities Building Systems Technician-2

Job Title

Facilities Building Systems Technician-2

University Hospital | Facilities Administration

Under supervision of Senior/Lead technician or Supervisor the Facilities Building HVAC Systems Technician performs intermediate level tasks that ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients, visitors and staff as well as ensuring safe and uninterrupted operations of mechanical and utility systems and equipment. This title is covered under the current Agreement between The Ohio State University and Communication Workers of America Local 4501.

• Respond to and analyze airflow issues, measure/adjust airflow, and clean condensers and coils.
• Inspect fan motors and belts, blades, replaces filters, pneumatic compressor, and associated tubing for damage/wear and tear, etc.
• Diagnose/repair/replace HVAC fixtures including, but not limited to: commercial AHs, chillers (250 tons and above), commercial boilers and exchangers, ductwork, gauges, thermostats, circulating pumps, fan motors and belts, blades, actuators, piping, switches, and water lines.
• Diagnose/repair/replace HVAC refrigeration residential and commercial type units.
• HVAC controls and building automation such as inspecting thermostats and other temperature controls, including building automation controls, for proper function, and testing electrical circuits and components for continuity.
• Diagnose/repair/replace pneumatic and electronic controls.
• Perform preventative maintenance: calibration, cleaning, inspection, and repairs of controls, dampers, and belts on HVAC and other major building mechanical systems and equipment.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Per Classified Civil Svc Specs.

• Minimum of 4 years 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 - Universal and valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card.
• 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.
• Will require the successful completion of a criminal background check and motor vehicle review; may require employee health evaluation and vaccinations.
• Shift, hours, days, and/or location are subject to change based on operational need in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, may work overtime and subject to 24 hour emergency call.

OSU TITLE CODE (STATE CODE): 8742 (13805)

CLASSIFICATION

TITLE:

FACILITIES BUILDING SYSTEMS TECHNICAN (pay grade SKE)

Under the supervision of a senior technician or supervisor, performs 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 technician 1 responds to emergency situations, such as electrical, mechanical and medical gas disruptions, evaluates and corrects 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.

Incumbents may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as required.

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…