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Facilities Maintenance Tech Sr

Inside Higher Ed
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/29/2026
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Job Title:Facilities Maintenance Tech Sr

Department:Student Life | North Maintenance

Job Description

Under the general direction of the supervisor, performs complex tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventive maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment. Duties include, but are not limited to: daily inspections, installations, general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC) and repairs. Identifies, communicates, coordinates and completes projects and work performed in the assigned area(s). Responds to emergency situations and evaluates and corrects defects. Leads team of facilities maintenance technicians or is solely responsible for the maintenance of outpatient healthcare complexes that exceed 110,000 square feet. Mentors, trains and provides technical expertise to other staff. Distributes work orders in supervisors absence. Assists other trades as needed; adheres to all safety practices and procedures; cleans and maintains work areas and equipment; attends meetings; properly 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 vehicle; 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.

Minimum Education Required

Per Classified Civil Svc Specs

Qualifications

Required: Per CCS specifications; High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience; three years general maintenance experience or equivalent combination of education and experience with three years in a team-oriented, multi-function setting; obtain the following during the probationary period: valid OSHA 30-hour General Industry Safety and Health card, demonstrated understanding of university building design standards (BDS) related to maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment, and demonstrated understanding of the project process as managed by FOD Design and Construction (FDC); successful completion of probationary period includes demonstrated competence in each of the identified technical specialties as required for this positions level of responsibility: carpentry, electrical, plumbing and HVAC/R.

Desired: Ability to work independently or as part of a team; strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to work at heights and on ladders; proficient in the safe use of hand and power tools; proficient with computers and mobile devices such as iPads; excellent verbal and written communication skills; and willingness to learn and make continuous improvement.

Compensation

Additional Information:

The pay rate for this position is $25.35 - $31.69 based on experience. This position is eligible for evening and weekend shift premiums as applicable.

Location:Raney House (1103)

Position Type:Regular

Scheduled Hours:40

Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Salary : $25 - $32

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