Facilities Technician I - Comparative Medicine

Facilities Technician

The Facilities Technician provides facility and operational support services for the Division of Comparative Medicine. This position has a wide range of responsibilities that include, but are not limited to carpentry, painting, moving services, general maintenance, room/equipment decontamination, door repairs, equipment troubleshooting and repair. This position serves as a backup driver for animal relocation, ensuring timely and safe delivery as scheduled.

Driver ensures load is secured, environmental conditions in vehicles comply with regulations, documentation is accurate and the cargo area is sanitized between loads as per standard operation procedures. Non-animal transport loads will include caging supplies, rack systems, feed/bedding, small/large equipment and research-related materials. When serving as the backup driver, shift hours may need to flex (increase) to cover scheduled and unscheduled research needs.

The position is responsible for utilizing the MaintainX mobile work order system via a university-issued mobile device to receive, document, update, and close assigned work orders.

Primary

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform minor facility repairs, including:
• Cart and transport equipment troubleshooting and repair.
• Door adjustments and hardware repairs.
• Minor plumbing repairs within non-licensed scope.
• Painting and surface touch-ups.
• Assist with room/equipment decontamination using VHP (Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide) system. Includes room preparation and operational support in accordance with DCM protocols.
• Assist with hanging boards, shelving, wall fixtures and other items.
• Assist with moving varied supplies, small office furniture, and research equipment.
• Support equipment staging and set up for research operations.
• Serve as backup driver for research animal transport and related materials in compliance with university and regulatory requirements. May be required to remain beyond scheduled shift hours to complete assigned transport schedules.
• Utilize the MaintainX mobile work order system to:
• Receive and review assigned work orders.
• Document labor, materials, and task completion.
• Update work order status in real time.
• Close completed assignments accurately and timely.
• Respond to routine service requests during assigned shift.
• Report issues requiring licensed or specialized trades to supervisor.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and assigned vehicles in clean and ready condition.
• Assist with inventory tracking and organization of supplies, tools, and materials as needed.
• Support vendor/regulator visits, inspections and repairs.
• Follow all safety, biosafety, and regulatory compliance requirements.

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.

Education:

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

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (1 Year)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

• Maintenance operations experience in a medical research, manufacturing or animal care environment.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing small equipment, carts, or transport devices.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Basic carpentry and general maintenance experience.
• Ability to meet WashU driver eligibility requirements.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate a smartphone and utilize mobile applications (MaintainX) to receive, document, update, and close work orders.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport materials and equipment in accordance with university safety guidelines.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently with minimal…