Senior Facilities Specialist
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Are you an experienced Facilities Specialist seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact UDRI is seeking a qualified Senior Facilities Specialist to support facilities management research and manufacturing activities. As a Senior Facilities Specialist you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation and maintenance of our stateoftheart facilities. Apply today!
UDRI is a national leader in scientific and engineering research serving government industry and nonprofit customers. UDRI contributes to the fulfillment of the Universitys commitments to education research and public service through the involvement of students faculty and external partners. Established as the research arm of the University of Dayton in 1956 UDRI achieved $2.75 billion in cumulative sponsored research in 2020. Sponsored research for 2020 alone exceeded $169 million. UDRI is ranked first in the nation among all colleges and universities for sponsored materials research according to the National Science Foundation. In Ohio UDRI is number one among colleges and universities receiving contracts and grants from the Department of Defense. The Institute has a tradition of research excellence with an uncompromising commitment to providing customers with quality products while maintaining the highest ethical standards. It is keenly aware that compliance with applicable laws and regulations is an essential condition for performing its business. Its commitment to compliance is based on providing a supportive environment the integrity of its employees and their support of the Universitys policies and applicable laws and regulations of the United States.
UDRI is seeking a qualified Senior Facilities Specialist to support facilities management research and manufacturing activities. The successful candidate will supervise installation and setup and will monitor and maintain facilities and support equipment including environmental controls purified water systems process equipment chillers heat exchangers cooling towers refrigeration equipment power conditioners various types of compressors transformers PLCs motor control components etc. Technical tasks will include identifying system errors managing OEM help desk guidance and supervising repairs by contract services on automated mechanical and electrical equipment and systems in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP) internal requirements manufacturers specifications and safety policies. Facilities technician will develop maintain and procure an inventory of spare parts specialty maintenance hand and power tools equipment and supplies as required to streamline processes and increase efficiency. The candidate will also assist facilities management and engineers in developing methods and procedures to control or improve facilities processes and commission new equipment and processes and maintain overall facility reliability.
High school graduation or trade school equivalent plus a minimum of eight years of related technical experience is required
Advanced knowledge of automated environmental electrical and mechanical systems
Advanced experience with troubleshooting process systems and relaying technical data to OEM representatives
Working knowledge of applicable code and laws in relation to electrical structural plumbing mechanical etc.
5 years min of experience in facilities operations
Completion of 10hour OSHA training
Effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Customer service oriented
Demonstrated organization skills and detail oriented
Selfmotivated and able to multitask
Must be a team player and able to work with and through others at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated problem solving ability
Experience leading and working projects with general contractors and subcontractors
Thorough knowledge reading and interpreting construction drawings and CAD data
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and CAD program files
Highly organized and attention to detail
Expert use of hand power tools and powered facilities equipment including forklifts and scissor lifts
Excellent time management skills
Valid drivers license with low risk driving record must qualify for University of Dayton drivers certification
Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
Associates Degree in applicable field of study or a minimum of 10 years directly related experience in facilities operations
Completion of 30hour OSHA training
Experience with procurement of HVAC electrical and mechanical systems
Expert knowledge of automated equipment PLCs motor control components etc.
Completion of apprenticeship program or other skilled trades program
EPA refrigeration certification
HVAC/R universal refrigeration license
Proven experience in customer facing roles
International Facility Management Certification
To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission the University is committed to the principles of diversity equity and inclusion. Informed by this commitment we seek to increase diversity achieve equitable outcomes and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer we will not discriminate against minorities women protected veterans individuals with disabilities or on the basis of age race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation or gender identity.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
