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Job Description
Position Title:
Area MechanicJob Group:
MeritRequired Minimum Qualifications:
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.Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of structural trades (carpentry roofing interior finishing)Electrical plumbing and HVAC maintenance experience
Experience troubleshooting a variety of building equipment and systems issues
Computer experience
Experience with maintaining operating inventory of necessary spare repair parts filters belts and other supplies
Experience training shop apprentices replacements and other personnel
Job Description:
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.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) is an organization that is dedicated to the maintenance and enhancement of Iowa State University one of the nations leading educational and agricultural institutes. But more importantly FP&M is dedicated to their employees and enhancing the lives of each team member through opportunities both professionally and personally. FP&M is one of the largest departments on campus and currently employs over 450 full-time employees and students combined.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Applies all necessary safety precautions in working with electrical steam or mechanical equipment.
Performs inspections of electrical mechanical steam and plumbing equipment in assigned areas on a periodic basis in order to determine the degree of operating efficiency and to locate and alleviate potential malfunctions.
Troubleshoots and repairs malfunctions on electrical equipment appliances light fixtures plumbing fixtures heating air conditioning and ventilating equipment controls in assigned area.
Performs and reports on specific written preventive maintenance procedures (such as lubrication cleaning changing filters making adjustments and replacing parts) on electrical mechanical plumbing and steam equipment in assigned area.
Checks accomplishment of shop work orders and returns them to the appropriate office after work is completed.
Inspects and reports building problems involving carpentry painting roof masonry and plastering in assigned area in order to determine corrective methods.
Establishes and maintains effective communications with personnel located in assigned area and within his/her own and other shops relative to building maintenance and occupant comfort.
Maintains operating inventory of necessary spare repair parts filters belts and other supplies.
Trains shop apprentices replacements and other personnel.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of preventive maintenance necessary for equipment and ability to maintain appropriate records.
Knowledge of the carpentry painting roofing masonry and plastering trades sufficient to inspect buildings to provide corrective solutions and make recommendations to correct existing problems.
Knowledge of proper lifting and bend techniques and ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to operate tools and equipment safely which are used in the electrical mechanical steam and plumbing trades.
Ability to interpret blueprints diagrams equipment specifications schematics and engineering/architectural concept statements.
Ability to work in a variety of environments including confined spaces low light areas at height and exposure to temperature extremes radiation and toxic chemicals.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain accurate records and inventory of supplies.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical plumbing HVAC equipment and control malfunctions.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
5141aApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
August 4 2025Posting Close Date:
August 17 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17507Employment Type
Full-Time
