Facilities Mechanic III

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Facilities Mechanic III performs skilled and semi-skilled work repairing, servicing, and maintaining buildings and electrical, mechanical, and plumbing equipment. The position performs preventive maintenance and emergency repairs, maintains appropriate records, interprets technical documents, and may assist in directing the work of others. The role requires basic knowledge of plumbing, electricity, and the maintenance of steam and mechanical equipment, along with four years of work experience in the relevant crafts, including apprenticeship or technical training. At least two years of that experience must be in the same craft. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of plumbing, electricity, and maintenance of steam and mechanical equipment.
Four years of work experience in the listed crafts, including apprenticeship or technical training.
At least two years of experience in the same craft.
Knowledge of hazards and necessary safety precautions in the electrical, mechanical, and plumbing trades.
Knowledge of work practices, methods, and processes used in the electrical, mechanical, and plumbing trades.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance for equipment and ability to maintain appropriate records.
Knowledge of proper lifting and bending techniques.
Ability to safely operate tools and equipment used in the electrical, mechanical, and plumbing trades.
Ability to interpret blueprints, diagrams, and equipment specifications.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work in varied environments, including confined spaces, low-light areas, at heights, and with exposure to temperature extremes.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship; immigration sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on commercial or institutional mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment specifications, and technical manuals.
Experience maintaining records, work orders, or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Experience responding to emergency maintenance repairs and prioritizing multiple service requests in a fast-paced environment.
Experience providing work direction or guidance to other employees, apprentices, or student workers.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on motors, pumps, and other equipment, and maintain appropriate records.
Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repair work.
Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and equipment specifications.
Perform work in related craft areas as assigned.
Assist in directing the work of others.