Job Description

Position Title:

Building Services Technician - ISU Dairy

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience performing maintenance on buildings and/or agricultural equipment

Basic welding and fabrication skills

Familiarity with maintaining plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems

Background in agricultural or dairy farm operations and equipment handling

Job Description:

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is seeking applicants for a Building Services Technician at the ISU Dairy. This position is critical to maintaining the functionality, safety, and biosecurity of the ISU Dairy Farm’s facilities and equipment in support of research, teaching, and production.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance on farm buildings, including milking parlors, barns, offices, and storage facilities

• Repairing structural components such as doors, windows, roofing, and siding

• Maintaining plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems

• Monitoring and maintaining building-related equipment such as water heaters, ventilation systems, lighting, and backup generators

• Assisting with the installation and troubleshooting of new equipment and systems

• Maintaining and repairing farm equipment including feed mixers, tractors, skid steers, telehandlers, and manure management systems

• Keeping detailed records of maintenance and repairs for both facilities and equipment

This role also includes operating farm machinery such as tractors, skid steers, vacuum trucks, and farm trucks for harvesting and feeding purposes; using dairy-specific equipment including milking parlors and manure systems; promoting a strong culture of safety and assisting with student and staff training.

This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic, hands-on environment that supports cutting-edge research, teaching, and outreach at Iowa State University’s Dairy Farm. Ongoing academic and research activities bring new challenges and learning experiences daily. While the primary focus is on maintenance and repair, the role also provides regular involvement in research projects, such as configuring systems to meet specific study protocols. We're looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, works well around cattle, and is excited to contribute to a mission-driven agricultural setting.

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.

This position will be open until filled. Full consideration will be given to candidates who apply before July 14th.

Level Guidelines
• Senior-level position applies advanced and specialized expertise and competencies
• Typically receives general supervision with high level guidance on the most complex assignments
• Completes assignments which are moderately difficult or difficult
• Resolves issues, including atypical issues, and makes recommendations
• May lead projects of limited scope
• Functions as “go to.” Responds to inquiries and requests from others inside and outside work area
• May act as a lead, assigning tasks and providing guidance to lower level workers
• May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS806

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

This position will be open until filled. Full consideration will be given to candidates who apply before July 14th.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

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

Original Posting Date:

July 3, 2025

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R17358