Facilities Mechanic III - Environmental Services

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is looking for a Facilities Mechanic III to join their Environmental Services team. This full-time position involves maintaining and repairing buildings and equipment, ensuring a safe and functional environment. Candidates should have extensive experience in plumbing and electrical work, with a focus on preventive maintenance and emergency repairs. The role requires strong technical skills and the ability to read blueprints. Interested applicants must submit a resume and will undergo a background check.

Qualifications

• Four years of work experience in plumbing, electricity, and mechanical equipment.
• At least two years of experience in the same craft.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and maintains electrical equipment and plumbing fixtures.
• Performs preventive maintenance on motors and vacuums.
• Constructs sanitizers and installs oxygen outlets.

Skills

Plumbing

Electricity

Maintenance

Education

Technical Training

Tools

Powered Cleaning Equipment

Job description

Facilities Mechanic III - Environmental Services

University of Iowa Health Care department of Environmental Services, is seeking a Facilities Mechanic III. This position will be full-time with a primary schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the repairing, servicing, and maintaining of buildings and electrical, mechanical and plumbing and Environmental Services equipment.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspects, maintains, and makes operating repairs on electrical equipment and wiring, plumbing fixtures and pipe, vacuums and powered cleaning equipment
• Performs preventive maintenance on motors, pumps, vacuums and other powered cleaning equipment equipment, and maintains appropriate records.
• Constructs sanitizers, installs oxygen outlets and systems according to engineering specifications.
• Performs preventive maintenance and emergency repair work.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, and equipment specifications.
• Performs work in related crafts areas as assigned.
• Assists in directing the work of others.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Must possess a basic knowledge of plumbing, electricity, maintenance of steam and mechanical equipment; and
• Must have four years of work experience in the listed crafts, including apprenticeship or technical training. At least two years of that experience must be in the same craft.

Desired Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of Powered Cleaning Equipment

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials). Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Please contact [e-mail] with questions.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Facilities Mechanic III
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

Contact Information

• Contact Name: EVS HR
• Contact Email: [e-mail]

Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .

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