Preventative Maintenance Technician II; 2nd Shift; Enterprise Physical Operations

Location ST. LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary The Enterprise Physical Operations, Infrastructure, Capital Programs & Real Estate (EPO) department at WashU provides integrated operational, infrastructure, planning, and facility services that support the university’s mission of excellence in education, research, patient care, and community engagement.

Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism & Planning, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity & Integration, Dedication & Delivery, Excellence & Enterprise Alignment, and Accountability & Stewardship, EPO fosters a culture centered on collaboration, strategic partnership, innovation, accountability, and service excellence across the university enterprise.

EPO manages and supports 28 million gross square feet across 235+ buildings and associated infrastructure systems, encompassing academic, research, clinical, residential, administrative, and support facilities across the university’s campuses and operations. Our teams provide strategic leadership and operational expertise in facility management, infrastructure services, capital project delivery, real estate operations, planning, sustainability, engineering, maintenance, environmental services, public safety support, and enterprise operational services.

EPO creates and maintains safe, innovative, efficient, mission-driven environments that support our students, faculty, staff, patients, researchers, and community partners.

For additional information and to hear directly from members of our team, please visit: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers.

Performs skilled preventative maintenance on mechanical and building systems to support reliable facility operations. Conducts routine inspections, identifies developing issues, and completes scheduled servicing on HVAC and mechanical equipment while assisting with minor corrective repairs. Provides emergency response for maintenance issues to building systems on campus occurring during the shift and repairs within their capability. Strong attention to detail, independence in completing assigned tasks, and consistent adherence to safety and maintenance standards are essential for success in this position.

Job Description Primary

Duties & Responsibilities:

Inspects mechanical equipment to ensure efficient and proper operation.

Changes filters on Air Handling Units, Compressed Air Systems,, Supply and Exhaust Fans as scheduled.

Adjusts and replaces belts on Air Handling Units, Compressed Air Systems, Supply and Exhaust Fans as needed.

Lubricates compressors, dampers, motors, fans, and pumps as scheduled.

Performs emergent repairs as directed by the supervisor.

Cleans HVAC coils as directed by the supervisor.

Performs Exterior Lighting Checks.

Performs Elevator Recall Testing.

Maintains accurate records of maintenance activities and reports any findings or issues to the appropriate personnel.

Keeps managers aware of facility conditions, problems, and needs.

Assists manager with ordering and tracking inventory.

Ensures outside and roof drains are kept clear of debris.

Cleans equipment and spaces as directed by supervisor.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location /

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment.

Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Exposure to chemicals.

High noise environment.

Requires protective devices.

Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements.

Exposure to moving machinery.

Exposure to animals (trips to DCM).Patient care setting.

Works inside and outside, in dusty and dirty places such as pits and equipment spaces where temperatures may exceed 100 degrees, and equipment may be oily and greasy.

Employee may be required to work in the vicinity of labs containing biohazardous radioactive substances.

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