Area Mechanic

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Position Title:

Area Mechanic

Job Group:

Merit

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Position Title:

Area Mechanic

Job Group:

Merit

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Required 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:

Broad range of maintenance experience for commercial properties.
Experience with welding, plumbing and basic electrical work.

Job Description:

The ISU Athletics Department is seeking Area Mechanic applicants to join their facilities team who can perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the inspection, maintenance and repair of buildings and electrical, mechanical and plumbing equipment.

 

The duties of this position require the ability to effectively use a computer to perform web searches, check email, and monitor security and Metasys systems and work orders; attention to detail; good customer service and teamwork skills; ability to regularly multi-task relative to prioritizing, managing overlapping timeframes, and completing projects on schedule. Responsible for adhering to the rules and regulations of the department, University, Big 12 Conference, and NCAA.

  

Primary Work Schedule :  Monday – Friday, approximately 7:30 am – 4:00pm (some flexibility setting start/end time).

 

This position will serve on-call approximately one week per month and occasionally serve as a facility technician during assigned home games which occur on evenings or weekends. 

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on facilities and electrical, mechanical, plumbing and steam equipment in assigned area(s) and maintains appropriate records.

• Performs emergency repair work.

• Performs inspections of 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.

• Checks accomplishment of shop work orders and returns them to the appropriate office after work is completed. Completes and submits timely paperwork as required.

• Inspects and reports building problems involving carpentry, painting, roof, masonry, and plastering in assigned area in order to determine corrective methods. Performs services to address those repairs as assigned.

• 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.

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.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

5141a

Application 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
2) Contact information for 3 work references

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our 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:

November 7, 2023

Posting Close Date:

November 16, 2023

Job Requisition Number:

R13402

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