FACILITIES SERVICES
Job Description
Campus Engineering & Operations
Facilities Operations Maintenance Specialist (FOMS)
Job Code: 8810 –Contract Classified
Department Introduction:
Campus Engineering provides professional engineering support for the design, construction, operation and maintenance
of all University facilities. Campus Operations maintains and operates critical building systems including fire/life safety
systems, elevator systems, building environmental systems and controls, central clock systems, high voltage distribution
systems, and a utility shutdown coordination program. Campus Operations also provides emergency maintenance
response service to the Seattle campus community, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Campus Utilities produces steam,
emergency electrical power, chilled water, and compressed air for the campus.
Job Purpose:
Monitor and evaluate building systems and equipment operations problems and emergencies, taking appropriate action to
return systems and equipment to their normal operating condition; monitor building systems operations to ensure their
normal functioning.
Duties and Responsibilities:
 Respond to emergency calls and reported malfunctions involving mechanical, electrical or utility systems
 This includes a wide range of systems and equipment such as: elevators, ventilation, heating, refrigeration,
electrical, building lighting, street lighting, fume hoods, fire sprinklers, fire extinguishers, fire alarm systems,
chemical spills, critical/computer alarms systems, plumbing, doors/windows, kitchen equipment, floods, building
leaks and ceiling tiles
 Apply journey-level knowledge in associated trades to “triage” problems and direct appropriate trades to complete
work; work independently and exercise independent judgment to solve problems
 Monitor building systems operations to ensure proper functioning
 Initiate corrective action if required on a variety of mechanical, electrical, life support and air conditioning
equipment
 Coordinate with campus police during off-hour emergencies, e.g. fires, security threats and disruption of any utility
systems
 Coordinate with campus operations personnel and initiate operating procedures to maintain building
environmental systems
 This includes monitoring and controlling equipment remotely through the direct digital control (DDC) systems
 Respond to building fire alarms and provide assistance to Seattle Fire Department personnel as required
 Develop and participate in equipment identification programs
 Test and certify building Fire Sprinkler Systems
 Participate in and follow through with Campus Engineering and Operations (CEO) process improvement initiatives
(Balanced Scorecard, Lean, Ideas Systems)
 Comply with occupational health and safety regulations that apply to work actions and conduct on the job,
including the use of personal protective equipment whenever required; report safety infractions to the supervisor
 Demonstrate strong personal integrity, trustworthiness, responsibility and accountability
 Possess the ability to handle stressful situations and changing priorities effectively
 Demonstrate a positive, optimistic, success-oriented attitude
 Demonstrate professional demeanor which includes being tactful, civil and courteous
 Demonstrate professional work ethics
 Follow all University and Facilities Services policies and procedures
 Attend and actively participate in all required meetings and training
 May provide intermittent training to other trade and craft workers
 Regular and predictable attendance is required
 May perform occasional preventive maintenance
 Perform other duties as assigned
 Regular and predictable attendance is required
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Core Competencies:
 Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness
 Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively
 Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems
 Be responsible and accountable
 Use organizational skills and provide attention to details
 Maintain a positive, optimistic and success-oriented attitude
 Exercise professional demeanor, which includes being tactful and courteous
 Exhibit a professional work ethic
 Continuously promote a safe work environment
Required Skills, Experience and Knowledge:
 Four years of journey-level experience in one or more skilled trades, including experience in heating, ventilating
and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems, mechanical and electrical systems
 Equivalent education/experience may substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal
requirements, such as a license/certification/registration
 Demonstrated effective communication skills with clients in normal and adverse conditions
 Basic PC computer skills
 Have knowledge and understand of safe work practices and policies
 Must be able to wear all proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
 Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions and communicate in English regarding the use of
chemicals, supplies, and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION:
 City of Seattle Confidence Testing of Automatic Sprinkler Systems (CT-AS) must be obtained within six months of
employment; successfully retesting every three years
Desirable Skills, Experience and Knowledge:
 Journey-level experience in at least two skilled trades
 Excellent HVAC skills and repair experience
 Excellent electrical repair experience and troubleshooting in a commercial or institutional setting
 Excellent plumbing skills
 Experience in the operation of elevators and the emergency evacuation of trapped occupants
 Experience in the repair and troubleshooting of street lights
 Good commercial refrigeration controls skills and repair experience
 Good carpentry skills
 Good commercial equipment repair experience
 Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and maintenance work request and work order programs
Conditions of Employment:
 Must be able to work rotating shifts
 Depending on the rotation, this involves working nights, weekends and holidays to provide 24/7 coverage 365
days a year
 Due to the requirement for continuous coverage this position is subject to callback outside of the rotating shift
hours and occasionally unscheduled overtime
 Have possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license recognized by the State of Washington and have a
good driving record
 Must be willing to work in BL2 and BL3 labs (shower in – shower out facilities)
 Must be willing and able to access confined spaces and heights using appropriate safety procedures
 Must be able to lift or carry heavy objects, climb ladders, work in restricted movement areas, mechanical/electrical
spaces, ventilation fan housing, etc.
 Must have a great ability to work under adverse conditions and under pressure situations
 Must be able to use effective communication skills with clients to help mitigate major facilities emergencies
 Must be able to work in a diverse workforce
 Must be able to work both independently and as a team member
 Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment
 Must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions
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Must be able to communicate effectively on portable hand-held radios with the Seattle Fire Department, University
Police Department and other Facilities Services staff
Must be able to follow all Washington State safety rules and regulations
Must maintain a professional appearance at all times
Must be able to work around asbestos containing material and equipment, following proper safety procedures
Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job
Approved safety shoes must be provided at the employee’s expense and worn on the job
A tuberculosis (TB) test is required for work assignments in nonhuman primate areas
A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification will be required prior to hire
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