Facilities Mechanic I or II 1st Shift 100% - Downtown Campus

UIOWA • Iowa City, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus department of Engineering Services intends to hire for one position at either a Facilities Mechanic I or II 100%. This is a regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa. The University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown is a 194-bed hospital that became part of Iowa’s only comprehensive academic health system on Jan. 31, 2024. 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.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and follow directions (for Facilities Mechanic I)
• Two years' experience in general mechanical or electrical maintenance or other building facilities construction work (for Facilities Mechanic II)
• Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of equipment and methods used in maintenance work.
• Knowledge of safe working practices.
• Knowledge of proper lifting and bending techniques.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to use and care for tools and equipment essential to various maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to work in a variety of environments including confined spaces, low light areas, at heights, with exposure to temperature extremes.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

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.

Benefits

• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation, sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed