Facilities Technician II (Painter) - Ofmd

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Operations & Facilities Management Department at Washington University School of 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 world's 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.

The position is responsible for the application of various paints and stains, as well as the repairing of structures of all types, including but not limited to plaster, drywall, masonry, wood, and metal.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Works with University Faculty and Staff to recommend paints, finishes, colors, and textures based on customer needs.

• Provides accurate estimates based on labor and materials.

• Applies latex, alcohol, oil, and epoxy-based paints and stains using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.

• Responds to off-hour/weekend/holiday emergency pages/phone call-ins for assigned areas.

• Communicates project timeline to customers, ensuring minimal work interruptions to daily operations.

• Utilizes work order software, email, and other Office programs to manage workload and communicate with customers.

• Follows through on completed work to verify that proper facility conditions are restored and customer needs have been met.

• Keeps Facilities Engineering Supervisors aware of facility conditions, problems, and needs.

• Maintains effective communication with other Facility Maintenance Technicians and Maintenance Support Staff.

• Painting Skills: Ladder and scaffolding work; brush, roller, and spray applications; stenciling; special paint applications: multispec, zolotone, total flex; staining and finishing: new work and matching existing.

• Repairs: Damages to drywall and plaster walls and ceilings; ceramic tile; caulking and glazing; vinyl wall coverings; painted and epoxied floor surfaces; masonry walls.

• Documentation: Completion of work orders; identification of time and material spent on the project; provision of time and material cost estimate for projects.

• Performs tasks outside the job description supporting the Department and the School's mission.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• 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, as well as 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 biohazardous radioactive substances.

Physical Effort

• Ability to lift and carry tools and material weighing more than 50 pounds and raise and carry with assistance items weighing 200 pounds.

• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch to access areas needing repair.

• Ability to handle a variety of hand and power tools.

• Near-visual acuity (correctable with glasses) needed to read equipment diagrams and inspect equipment.

• Good depth perception, field of vision, and color vision needed to match and install finishes required.

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:

General Maintenance Or Skilled Trade Function (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Washington University seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Vocational Diploma - specific trade or career

Certifications:

Missouri Class E or Illinois Class D driver's license - Department of Motor Vehicle

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Lifting Equipment, Mechanical Apptitude, Organizational Commitment, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Time Management

Grade

G08-H

Salary Range

$21.17 - $32.85 / 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.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• 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? We'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/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 University's 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.