Facilities Specialist 1: Maintenance

RTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach-one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world's most challenging problems.

We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you.

The successful incumbent of this role will join RTI International's Facilities Management team of professionals.

The Facilities Maintenance Specialist will work with installation, servicing, modification, rebuilding, and repairing of all campus facility systems and equipment in accordance with applicable building codes and safety regulations.

Essential Duties:

• Work on the installation, servicing, modification, rebuilding, and repairing of all campus facility systems and equipment in accordance with applicable building codes and safety regulations Work with performing periodic inspections to locate and determine cause of equipment malfunctions. Work with performing periodic inspections to locate and determine cause of equipment malfunctions.
• Work in standard maintenance programs to prevent failure of such equipment as centrifugal compressors, electrical controls, generators, fire panels, pumps, fans, plumbing systems, and heating equipment.
• Adhere to safe work practices when lifting, climbing ladders, working in high voltage areas (logout/tagout), confined spaces, etc.
• Comply with all Policies and Procedures, especially in the areas of burns, cutting, electrical (Hot Works).
• Operate service vehicles to deliver parts/supplies. Practice safe driving habits and adhere to traffic regulations.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment/tools/supplies; identify and properly use hand and power tools.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Share information and communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, vendors, and customers (internal and external).
• Use a CMMS daily to document actions performed; complete timesheet and required written reports accurately and respond to email messages.
• Represent RTI in a professional manner in appearance and demeanor when performing job functions. Demonstrate and promote ethical behavior.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties such as winter storm clean up as assigned.
• Work with service, modifying, and maintaining centralized Siemens BAS computer systems.
• Take the initiative to promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices by making suggestions for improvement.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems with systems and equipment. Work with minimal technical direction.
• Read and interpret building drawings and specifications. Make sure code compliance on all work performed.
• Regularly assess site and shop operations for safety
• Direct small teams of technicians and check the work of other technicians.
• Maintain on-call status. Respond to emergency calls and after-hour breakdowns or emergencies per established procedures

Minimum Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma and 4 years of experience, Associate's Degree and 0 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must begin working on a NC License in HVAC, Plumbing or Electrical
• Must have a current CFC Universal EPA license.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of CPR/First Aid.
• Knowledge of and understanding of HAZMAT awareness including recognition of potential hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Excel.
• Work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Work accurately and with attention to detail.
• Work during adverse weather conditions as an essential employee.
• Work independently or in teams as well as with diverse group.
• Maintain a valid driver's license.

Physical/Mental Demands

• Must have physical stamina and strength
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Dive into a dynamic maintenance environment that delivers relevant support and solutions to help our partners, clients, and customers grow their business units and cutting-edge projects.
• Thrive in an environment of mutual accountability where multi-skilled employees and collaborative teams participate in planning, organizing, and executing a daily assigned task with the overall goal of exceptional customer service.
• Physical and mental demands of this role include those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, as outlined above

Examples include:

Remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time; use of ladders and lifts; operating a computer and other office machinery; thinking, learning, and concentrating effectively and frequently communicating with other people, both within RTI and outside of RTI; frequently moving about inside and travel between offices and laboratories; frequently conducting laboratory site inspections (if applicable), ability to handle the stress associated in meeting frequent, multiple and tight deadlines, ability to work in excess of 40 hours per week as workload and deadlines may require, consistent demonstration of mental stability and ability to have regular, reliable and predictable attendance

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, per RTI procedure 4.2.1.

For San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here.

RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.