Iowa State University

EngineeringTechnician

Ames, Iowa, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Engineering Technician at Iowa State University. Skills: building equipment inventory, maintenance management program, project coordination, technical support, troubleshooting expertise. maintain our building equipment inventory and maintenance management program. Coordinate projects to ensure compliance with university guidelines”

What You'll Achieve.

help us build the future

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

investigating problems; Ability to identify and evaluate technical problems when conducting performance testing procedures; troubleshooting expertise

Eligibility Requirements

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.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Two years post high school education in a related technical field including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and/or heating, ventilating, and air conditioning., Two years related experience, which includes regular participation in activities such as project planning, designing, ensuring code compliance, estimating project costs, investigating problems, recommending actions or similar tasks, or An equivalent combination of training and experience totaling four years., Ability to follow written and oral instructions., Knowledge of technical drafting or engineering practices, procedures and reference sources., Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and the public., Ability to identify and evaluate technical problems when conducting performance testing procedures., Skill in operating technical equipment related to specified trade area., Skill in utilizing computer software for uses such as design, scheduling, planning and or data management., Ability to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on technical equipment., Ability to estimate labor and material costs, and to prepare, initiate and obtain quotes and orders for project materials and equipment.

Nice to Have

Project management experience, Experience with maintenance management systems, Experience with inventory management systems, Computer software specifically TMA, Experience with report writing

What You'll Do.

maintain our building equipment inventory and maintenance management program

Coordinate projects to ensure compliance with university guidelines

Inventory and catalog building equipment systems such as HVAC

Maintains and creates records and processes within computerized maintenance management system.

and implement Planned Maintenance (PM) and other management programs.

and repair procedures and develops new or modify existing procedures.

Reviews and interprets mechanical/electrical drawings for new and remodel construction projects.

Coordinates projects for inspections

and repairs on buildings equipment systems.

Provides technical support and other troubleshooting expertise to facilities maintenance personnel.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

interact effectively and professionally with others; working as part of a team

Communication Scope

Excellent communication skills are essential; Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and the public

Process & Methodology

project planning, Project management experience, Develop, plan, schedule, and implement Planned Maintenance (PM) and other management programs.

Full Job Description

## Position Title: Engineering Technician I ## Job Group: Merit ## Required Minimum Qualifications: • Two years post high school education in a related technical field including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and/or heating, ventilating, and air conditioning. • Two years related experience, which includes regular participation in activities such as project planning, designing, ensuring code compliance, estimating project costs, investigating problems, recommending actions or similar tasks, or An equivalent combination of training and experience totaling four years. ## Job Description: Join our team to maintain our building equipment inventory and maintenance management program. Coordinate projects to ensure compliance with university guidelines. Apply today and help us build the future! **Preferred Qualifications:** * Project management experience * Experience with maintenance management systems * Experience with inventory management systems * Computer software experience; specifically TMA * Experience with report writing **About the role:** * Inventory and catalog building equipment systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, controls, life safety, etc. * Maintains and creates records and processes within computerized maintenance management system. * Develop, plan, schedule, and implement Planned Maintenance (PM) and other management programs. * Evaluates PM methods, products, and repair procedures and develops new or modify existing procedures. * Reviews and interprets mechanical/electrical drawings for new and remodel construction projects. * Coordinates projects for inspections, certifications, and repairs on buildings equipment systems. * Provides technical support and other troubleshooting expertise to facilities maintenance personnel. **About you:** * Candidates with a strong knowledge of project management. * The ability to read and interpret schematics, drawings, and instruction books. * Excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to i

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