Area Building Maintenance Mechanic

The University of Iowa department of Facilities Management – Building Operations and Maintenance is seeking to hire an Area Building Maintenance Mechanic. Under general supervision, has initial responsibility for operation of all buildings and equipment in assigned area and performing skilled tasks in the inspection, maintenance and repair of mechanical systems, facility maintenance, and operation.

Duties to include:

• Troubleshoot and do minor repairs on electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems in assigned buildings.
• Respond to trouble calls in buildings from pager or phone messages.
• Check and replace belts and filters on all mechanical equipment in assigned buildings.
• Grease and oil all mechanical equipment in assigned buildings.
• Fill in information on maintenance reports.
• Inspect assigned buildings and reports deficiencies for corrective action by others.
• Maintains inventory of consumable repair parts and supplies.

Position Location: Facilities Management Operations Iowa City, Iowa

Shift: Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM /  Due to the critical operational needs of the department, this position may be required to work overtime and participate in the Facilities Management Standby Program.

About Facilities Management:

Facilities Management (FM) is a service unit of approximately 500 employees who work behind the scenes, 24 hours a day, serving the University of Iowa as stewards for our downtown Iowa City campus and Oakdale campus in Coralville. FM staff coordinate campus master planning, manage design and construction, and maintain and clean the buildings and grounds.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Must possess a basic knowledge of plumbing, electricity, maintenance of steam and mechanical equipment;
• Must have four years of work experience in the listed crafts, including apprenticeship or technical training.

Special Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards.

Desirable Qualifications:

•  Ability to ascend/descend on ladders.
•  Ability to move for extended periods of time.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
•  Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Good customer interaction skills
•  Ability to work in a team setting
•  Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

Application Details:

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and driver’s license verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. State agency employers in Iow