Engineering Technician I

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

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About The Position

Join our team to maintain our building equipment inventory and maintenance management program. Coordinate projects to ensure compliance with university guidelines. Apply today and help us build the future! About the role: Inventory and catalog building equipment systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, controls, life safety, etc. Maintains and creates records and processes within computerized maintenance management system. Develop, plan, schedule, and implement Planned Maintenance (PM) and other management programs. Evaluates PM methods, products, and repair procedures and develops new or modify existing procedures. Reviews and interprets mechanical/electrical drawings for new and remodel construction projects. Coordinates projects for inspections, certifications, and repairs on buildings equipment systems. Provides technical support and other troubleshooting expertise to facilities maintenance personnel. About you: Candidates with a strong knowledge of project management. The ability to read and interpret schematics, drawings, and instruction books. Excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to interact effectively and professionally with others. Capable of working both independently and as part of a team About us: At FP&M, you’ll have the chance to work with a team dedicated to the upkeep and improvement of Iowa State University's campus, impacting the lives of students, staff, and faculty every day. FP&M is committed to the growth and well-being of its employees, offering opportunities for both professional and personal development. Our team plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our campus infrastructure.

Requirements

• Two years post high school education in a related technical field including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and/or heating, ventilating, and air conditioning.
• Two years related experience, which includes regular participation in activities such as project planning, designing, ensuring code compliance, estimating project costs, investigating problems, recommending actions or similar tasks, or An equivalent combination of training and experience totaling four years.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of technical drafting or engineering practices, procedures and reference sources.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and the public.
• Ability to identify and evaluate technical problems when conducting performance testing procedures.
• Skill in operating technical equipment related to specified trade area.
• Skill in utilizing computer software for uses such as design, scheduling, planning and or data management.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on technical equipment.
• Ability to estimate labor and material costs, and to prepare, initiate and obtain quotes and orders for project materials and equipment.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience
• Experience with maintenance management systems
• Experience with inventory management systems
• Computer software experience; specifically TMA
• Experience with report writing
• Candidates with a strong knowledge of project management.
• The ability to read and interpret schematics, drawings, and instruction books.
• Excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to interact effectively and professionally with others.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Inventory and catalog building equipment systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, controls, life safety, etc.
• Maintains and creates records and processes within computerized maintenance management system.
• Develop, plan, schedule, and implement Planned Maintenance (PM) and other management programs.
• Evaluates PM methods, products, and repair procedures and develops new or modify existing procedures.
• Reviews and interprets mechanical/electrical drawings for new and remodel construction projects.
• Coordinates projects for inspections, certifications, and repairs on buildings equipment systems.
• Provides technical support and other troubleshooting expertise to facilities maintenance personnel.

Benefits

• Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees