Control Room Technician III (3rd shift) - OFMD | Washington University in St. Louis - Military Veterans
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Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Operations & Facilities Management Department at WashU Medicine is committed to delivering a comprehensive range of services to support the medical campus. We oversee maintenance and operations for 65 buildings, covering more than 11.1 million gross square feet of space. This includes the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot neuroscience research building, which houses one of the worlds highest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our responsibilities include operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management. Furthermore, as the School of Medicine continues to expand its presence both on and off campus in areas such as teaching, clinical care, and research, our team remains instrumental in ensuring the seamless delivery of clinical care, advancing research initiatives, and facilitating educational endeavors. Responsible for all facilities-related operations at WashU Medicine. Operators monitor several building automation software and three unique fire alarm software to support the 24/7 operation of researchers and campus community partners. Provides emergency response to A/BSL3 laboratories, vivariums, data centers, climate rooms, freezer farms, and other various campus assets in the event of degraded infrastructure, functions as dispatch for Facilities Engineering skilled trades to support the timely repair of degraded building systems during off-shifts. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Monitors software, computer, telephone systems, and facilities terminology to support monitoring building automation and fire alarm systems on computer workstations by interpreting technical trends and alarm data from operational technology. Provide emergency response A/BSL3 laboratories, vivariums, data centers, climate rooms, freezer farms, and other campus assets. Acts as the first responder to HVAC events, which may require manually resetting alarms, freeze stats, pressure switches, motor overloads, and performing equipment shutdowns. Changes temperature, humidity, and airflow set points as needed. Triages service interruptions to responsible technicians to minimize system/equipment downtime by documenting impact and creating verbal and written work orders from internal and external callers. Must maintain excellent customer service at all times and be able to distinguish impact, protocols, and need for escalation. Utilizes building automation logic to optimize 32 chillers in 9 chilled water plants to the most efficient configuration to best support the cooling demand across 26 central buildings, in alignment with overall campus carbon emissions reduction efforts while minimizing electrical demand charges. Conducts monthly inspections on elevator equipment rooms and performs Fire Recall testing to ensure proper operation in an emergency. Performs inspections on all campus Fire Suppression sprinkler systems to ensure proper alignment in case of emergency. Provides data entry within multiple databases and systems supporting the Facilities Management department. This may include operational logs, work order requests, and updating equipment/inventory. Supports continued construction and renovation efforts to facilitate the Hot-Work Permit process by reconfiguring the Fire Alarm Automation systems. Executes approved procedures for equipment operating outside of their designed parameters to support sustained operations. Responsible for creating and distributing service interruption notifications that impact our physical assets and infrastructure to responsible staff and campus partners. Performs other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions 3rd shift schedule is typically Thursday - Monday, 11:30 PM - 7:30 AM. 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. Exposed to wet and cold conditions and noise and vibration from operation equipment. Must be able to work in morgues, gross anatomy, and pathology laboratories. Employee may be required to work in the vicinity of labs containing bio-hazardous radioactive substances. Physical Effort A considerable amount of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching to gain access to pipes, wiring, and equipment. 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. Required Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience. Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position. Work Experience: Relevant Experience (2 Years) 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. More About This Job WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Certifications: Technician Certification - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Work Experience: No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section. Skills: Building Automation Systems, Climate Control, Commercial HVAC Systems, Communication, Computer Literacy, Cooling Towers, Customer Service, Exhaust Systems, Johnson Controls Metasys, Lifting Equipment, Maintenance Repair, Organizational Commitment, Physical Abilities, Prioritization, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, Troubleshooting, Working Independently Grade G10-H Salary Range $25.47 - $39.49 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ . Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ EEO/AA Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Diversity Statement Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.