Facilities Mechanic II

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs general maintenance and repair on buildings and mechanical equipment. Work does not require knowledge, training or ability at the journey level. The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 15 departments that span from Recreation Services to the Office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom.

Requirements

Two years experience in general mechanical or electrical maintenance or other building facilities construction work.
Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the UI Fleet Safety Driving Record Review Standards.

Nice To Haves

Previous maintenance experience in a university housing, residence hall, student living, hotel, or hospitality setting.

Responsibilities

Assists with service and occasionally installs heating, plumbing, and electrical apparatus, i.e., gas and oil furnaces, water heaters, air handling units, pumps, exhaust fans, air conditioners, etc.
Performs general maintenance on furnace filters, water heaters, exhaust fans, and air conditioners filters or screens.
Repairs and performs minor maintenance on plumbing fixtures including repair of faucet leaks, sink stoppers, and shower heads; frees clogged sinks and drains.
Performs minor general maintenance on facilities and equipment, i.e., repairs screens, windows, doors and door hardware, shades, blinds, furniture, lamps, handrails, traverse rods, rugs, floor tile, etc.
Inspects and maintains maintenance machines including floor machines, wet-dry pickup vacuums, carts, shampoo machines, and carpet sweepers.
Performs minor maintenance or replacement of various types of locks.
Performs minor painting and plastering.
Performs routine preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.