Enviro Systems Mechanic III

Enviro Systems Mechanic III

Position Summary: Under direct supervision, performs skilled work in the area of installation, repair, alteration, replacement and maintenance of components of environmental systems such as refrigeration, temperature control, chillers, heating (all fuel types) systems to include other support systems and emerging technology equipment. Utilizes computerized control systems to collect, analyze and modify mechanical system performance to ensure system reliability and system optimization.

About the Division of Student Life: The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 15 departments that span from Recreation Services to the Office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom.

Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Eight years of experience in computerized building environmental automation systems, refrigeration or air conditioning work, including apprenticeship, with two years of experience in evaluating and recommending system optimization changes, or two years of experience in evaluating and recommending system optimization changes and meets the minimum eligibility requirements of ESM II; and Has refrigeration certificate of at least type 2. May need to possess a valid driver's license and meet University's Fleet Safety Program Journeyman license required. Prefer 2 years of college/trade school.

Application Details: Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions or additional information, please contact Rebecca Hoag at View email address on click.appcast.io. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. 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. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Primary Location: Iowa City

Job: Facilities/Skilled Trades

Organization: Student Life

Schedule: Regular Full-time

Job Posting: Jun 15, 2026, 3:43:05 PM