Facility Maintenance Technician I

Position Overview and Responsibilities

The Facility Maintenance Technician I is an entry-level position responsible for supporting the maintenance of the Foundations buildings equipment and grounds to help ensure a safe functional and reliable environment for employees researchers and visitors. Under the guidance of experienced technicians and supervisors this position performs preventive maintenance troubleshooting and repair of building systems equipment and facility infrastructure including carpentry plumbing electrical and general building maintenance.

The technician responds to work orders assists with monitoring building automation systems and facility alarms supports emergency response activities and works collaboratively with Facilities staff and contractors to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the Foundations facilities. This position is expected to develop technical skills through hands-on training while providing excellent customer service and gaining a broad understanding of facility maintenance operations.

Responsibilities:

• Completes assigned work orders and associated documentation accurately and follows up on repair requests to ensure maintenance activities are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Performs preventive maintenance and a wide variety of facility maintenance and repair tasks involving building systems and grounds including basic carpentry electrical plumbing painting drywall ceiling systems doors hardware and general building maintenance. Troubleshoots repairs and adjusts facility equipment appliances and machinery within the scope of the position.
• Assists experienced maintenance technicians and skilled trades personnel with equipment installations preventive maintenance component replacement troubleshooting and repairs while developing technical knowledge and skills.
• Evaluates maintenance issues and exercises sound judgment in determining when repairs require the assistance of a licensed or highly skilled tradesperson escalating issues as appropriate.
• Responds to routine maintenance requests assists with emergency maintenance situations and supports facility operations to minimize disruptions to building occupants and research activities.
• Operates and properly maintains hand tools power tools ladders lifts and other maintenance equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Maintains a safe work environment by following established safety procedures and complying with applicable OSHA regulations building codes and Foundation policies.
• Provides professional courteous and customer-focused service while interacting with Foundation staff contractors vendors and visitors.
• Performs other duties and special projects assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• Completion of a trade or technical school program and a minimum of one (1) year of experience maintaining mechanical plumbing and electrical systems or an equivalent combination of education training and relevant experience

Work Hours

• Monday through Friday
• 7:30 AM 4:00 PM

OMRF Overview
Founded in 1946 the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nations oldest most respected independent nonprofit biomedical research institutes. OMRF is dedicated to understanding and developing more effective treatments for human diseases focusing on critical research areas such as Alzheimers disease cancer lupus multiple sclerosis and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nations leaders in patents per scientist.

Located in Oklahoma City a city that offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area with low cost of living short commute times and a diversified economy OMRF has been voted one of the Top Workplaces since the inception of the award. This achievement has been accomplished thanks to OMRF individuals who share a unified understanding that our excellence can only be fully realized with a collective commitment to our mission . . . so that more may live longer healthier lives. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to this mission.

OMRF Benefits:
We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including medical dental and vision insurance minimum 8% company retirement contribution vacation and sick leave and paid holidays. All employees have access to our onsite caf free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer free parking and much more! Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro. Learn more about our benefits here.

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.