Engineering Technician I

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

5d•Onsite

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!

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.
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.
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.
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

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

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.