Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campusâ™ mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus.

OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the worldâ™s largest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations.

As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the universityâ™s mission. For additional information, view a quick message from some of our employees: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers.

WashU Medicine is actively seeking an experienced Building Automation System/DDC Controls Technician. This position will provide programming, repairs, re-commissioning, and troubleshooting of Building Automation and DDC Control Systems.

Job Description

Responsible for performing a variety of duties that include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Programming, troubleshooting, and recommissioning of building automation/DDC systems. 
• Assist in covering the Building Automation Control room as needed. 
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization, and repair of the Building Automation System and DDC equipment.
• Perform software and hardware upgrades to Building Automation System network controllers.
• Repair/replacement of DDC field equipment controllers.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on DDC systems in Vivariums, Data Centers, Wet Labs, offices, and their supporting HVAC equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Typically bending, crouching, and stooping.
• Typically standing or walking.
• Typically running or climbing.
• Using tools requiring high dexterity.
• High noise environment.
• Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements.
• Frequent lifting of 25 lbs or more.

Equipment

• Simple hand tools.

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/Professional Licenses:

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

Work Experience:

Relevant Skill Trade Functions (3 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

Required Qualifications:

The Technician shall have a minimum of 3 years of experience and be knowledgeable of the process of testing, troubleshooting, and calibration of DDC devices related to Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, and Phoenix Controls Building Automation Systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Climbing Structures, Color Vision, Communication, Customer Service, Depth Perception, Diagnosing Problems, Electrical Maintenance, Guest Service, Handheld Power Tools, Handling Guest Complaints, HVAC Maintenance, HVAC Systems, Internal Development, Lifting Equipment, Maintenance Work, Organizational Commitment, Plumbing Maintenance, Power Tools, Problem Solving, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, Timeline Management, Visual Acuity, Vocational Training

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? Weâ™ve 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 Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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