Facilities Mechanic III - Housing and Dining Facilities

University of Northern Iowa; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 82,123,000 - 88,886,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA is seeking a Facilities Mechanic III to maintain student apartments, residence halls and dining centers. Under supervision, you will perform plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry tasks to keep buildings safe and fully functional.

Required four years of craft experience (two in the same trade), basic knowledge of plumbing, electricity, steam and mechanical systems; Iowa license preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a basic knowledge of plumbing, electricity, maintenance of steam and mechanical equipment.
• 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.
• State of Iowa license (Electrical, Plumbing or Mechanical) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and all other duties needed to maintain student apartments, residence halls and dining centers.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Carpentry

Education

Apprenticeship or technical training

Job description

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Full Consideration Date: 09/21/2026

UNI’s Housing & Dining Facilities team keeps campus running, and our Facilities Mechanic IIIs are at the heart of it! From residence halls to dining centers, you’ll take on meaningful, hands‑on work that keeps student spaces safe, comfortable and fully functional. If you’re experienced in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and ready to put your craft to work where it truly matters, this role is built for you.

Primary Function

Under general supervision, performs plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and all other duties needed to maintain student apartments, residence halls and dining centers.

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.
• At least two years of that experience must be in the same craft.
• State of Iowa license (Electrical, Plumbing or Mechanical) preferred.

Position Details

• Job Category: Merit
• Type of Position: Regular Service
• Schedule: Calendar Year
• Shift: First Shift Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
• Pay Grade: 10 (advanced start step of 8)
• Starting Hourly Rate: $28.66 hr. (potential for higher starting wage based on qualifications up to the pay grade maximum of $31.02)

Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo‑Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. Learn more about the Cedar Valley at https://livethevalley.com/.

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The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university's attractive size, approximately 9,400 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small‑college atmosphere on a park‑like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the “Best Midwest Universities” by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family‑friendly policies, practices and benefits. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.