Facility Technician Intern

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 intern will join RTI International's Facilities Management team of professionals.

Job Summary: Assist 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:

• Assist higher level technicians on the installation, servicing, modification, rebuilding, and repairing of all campus facility systems and equipment in accordance with applicable building codes and safety regulations Assist other technicians with performing periodic inspections to locate and determine cause of equipment malfunctions.
• Assist higher level technicians in standard maintenance programs to prevent failure of such equipment as centrifugal compressors, electrical systems, 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, and 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 and safe work environment.
• Share information and communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, vendors, and customers (internal and external) to include written and verbal communication.
• Use 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 on campus or overnight campus stays such as winter storm clean up as assigned to minimize risks to the employee and campus facilities.
• Assist higher level technicians in the service, modifying, and maintaining centralized Siemens BAS computer systems.
• Learn how to troubleshoot and resolve problems with systems and equipment. Work with beginners to moderate technical direction from higher level facility technicians and facility specialists
• Respond to emergency calls or emergencies by established procedures.

Minimum Required Education & Experience

Job Requirements are a combination of qualifications and related experience. Judgment of an acceptable equivalent combination, on an individual basis, is the responsibility of Management

Minimum Required Education & Experience

     Entry level understanding and basic related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills & Abilities

Skills and abilities required to perform the essential job duties of this job are listed below. An addendum that clarifies additional skills and abilities for incumbents in this job may be used in addition to this description

• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work well with others
• Beginning Knowledge of fundamentals of CPR/First Aid.
• Beginning Knowledge of and understanding of HAZMAT awareness including recognition of potential hazardous materials.
• Knowledgeable of MS Word, Outlook, Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to work during adverse weather conditions as an essential employee.
• Ability to work independently or in teams as well as with diverse groups while promoting an inclusive environment.
• Ability to obtain proper security clearances as noted by contracts.
• Begin working on a current CFC Universal EPA license.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license

Physical/Mental Demands

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; 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 between 20-30  per week as workload and deadlines may require, consistent demonstration of mental stability and ability to have regular, reliable and predictable attendance.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, via 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.