Utility Plant Maintenance Mechanic I

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Planning and Management at Iowa State University is seeking qualified candidates for the Utility Plant Maintenance Mechanic I position. Under general supervision, assists with installation and repair of piping; performs preventive maintenance and maintenance duties in assigned areas of the utility plant as well as general carpentry work. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT : Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) is an organization that is dedicated to the maintenance and enhancement of Iowa State University, one of the nation’s leading educational and agricultural institutes. But more importantly, FP&M is dedicated to their employees and enhancing the lives of each team member through opportunities both professionally and personally. FP&M is one of the largest departments on campus and currently employs over 450 full-time employees and students combined.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years experience in an industrial plant, process plant or utility plant maintenance environment with experience in rotating equipment maintenance, or A two-year, post high school technical degree in industrial maintenance.
• Knowledge of utility plant systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of tools and methods necessary to maintain utility plant equipment and buildings.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and the ability to comply with OSHA procedures.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn techniques of pipefitting.
• Skill in the cutting and fabrication of metal components.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn techniques of basic carpentry.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, control system drawings, and repair manuals.
• Ability to perform basic math computations.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to withstand constant high noise, dust, fumes, poor lighting and ventilation, and high temperature levels.
• Physical requirements: Must be able to move and lift at least 80 lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs and work in an industrial environment.
• 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

• Experience in maintenance and repair of high pressure watertube boilers and accessories.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of pumps, electric motors, and steam turbines greater than 200 HP.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of piping systems, threaded, flanged, and welded.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of Hydraulic cylinders, and pneumatic/vacuum systems.

Responsibilities

• Installs and repairs piping for low pressure (less than 100 psig) steam, water and air systems, including piping of carbon steel, galvanized, stainless, copper, and plastic.
• Uses flanged, threaded, glued, or soldered connections.
• Performs general carpentry work such as construction of concrete forms, pouring concrete and refractory, and general construction needs.
• Completes site specific utility plant training program for Utility Plant Maintenance Mechanic I within assigned time period.

Benefits

• Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees