Laboratory Mechnical Technologist - Dental Facilities Services

University of Iowa • Iowa City, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting excellence in dental education and research! As Lab Mechanical Tech you will coordinate, assemble, install, repair, and maintain cutting-edge equipment across our Dental Clinics, Simulation Lab, Support Lab, and research areas. This hands-on role is essential to ensuring smooth operations and delivering outstanding service to students, faculty, and patients!
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to [email protected].

Requirements

• Five years of directly related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Dental Setting
• Demonstrated exemplary Customer Service Skills
• Experience with hydraulics and hydraulic systems
• Advanced troubleshooting skills
• Electronics diagnostics experience
• A strong understanding of, and the ability to develop and perform preventive maintenance
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work in all types of environments - dirty, noisy, elevated, hot or cold
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, and blue prints.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proper equipment setup, operation, maintenance, and cleaning to users.
• Apply safe working practices, including correct lifting and bending techniques.
• Assemble, install, repair, and maintain dental and lab equipment (chairs, lights, delivery systems, etc.).
• Provide daily support and customer service to faculty, students, and patients.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Assist with general facility tasks (e.g., hanging shelves, moving furniture/equipment).
• Proactively identify and resolve issues to prevent recurring problems.
• Train and guide users on proper equipment usage and care.
• Maintain manuals, safety labels, and up-to-date MSDS documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors on equipment and facility needs.
• Manage inventory for tools, parts, and maintenance supplies.

Benefits

• Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies.
• Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists.
• Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees