The Facilities Mechanic System Associate will, under the supervision of a senior technician or supervisor, perform tasks that ensure the uninterrupted operations of mechanical systems and equipment for the Operations Mechanical and Electrical Shop at The Ohio State University.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect, test, install, fabricate, modify, rig, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems and equipment which include, but are not limited to boilers, compressed gas systems, laboratory and industrial kitchen HVAC/R equipment (e.g., ice machines, freezers, refrigerators), rotating equipment (e.g., compressors, pumps), drain, waste and vent systems, specialty water systems (e.g., chlorine dioxide, de-ionized water, reverse osmosis), domestic water systems and plumbing fixtures.

• Respond to emergency situations and evaluate and correct defects.

• Assist other trades as needed.

• Adheres to all safety practices and procedures.

• Clean and maintain work areas and equipment.

• Attend meetings and properly completes documentation.

• Provide a high level of customer service.

• Communicate to customers, coworkers, and supervision via written, electronic, and verbal methods and devices.

• Operate department vehicles.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Actively supports our commitment to the university's 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 needs in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, may work overtime, and is subject to 24-hour emergency calls.

Minimum Education Required:

• Per CCS specifications, a high school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• One year of experience in basic electric, plumbing, carpentry, or HVAC or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Requires the successful completion of a probationary period includes demonstrated competence in one of the following technical specialties as determined by the needs of the department: rotating equipment maintenance and repair, plumbing and pipefitting, HVAC/R, or metal working and rigging.

• Must obtain a valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card and an EPA Section 608 Technician Certification- Universal following completion of the probationary period.

• Must successfully complete a background check, including an MVR.

The Target Hiring Range: $18.75 - $23.44