Job Description

Position Title:

Environmental Systems Mechanic II

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Six years of experience in temperature and computerized building environmental automation systems, refrigeration or air conditioning work, including apprenticeship, or has two years of experience in computerized building environmental automation systems and meets the minimum eligibility requirements of ESM I; or four years experience in above plus Journeyman’s license; 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.
• Prefer 2 years of college/trade school.

Job Description:

Keep critical dining facilities running safely, efficiently, and reliably through skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of essential HVAC, refrigeration, and food service equipment. This position provides comprehensive equipment maintenance and repair support within large-scale dining centers and high-volume food service environments, responding to daily work orders, preventive maintenance needs, and emergency service requests.

The position maintains and repairs commercial refrigeration systems, ice machines, air handling and multi-zone air handling systems, and facility heating and cooling equipment. Responsibilities also include balancing exhaust and supply air systems, monitoring HVAC and refrigeration systems through Metasys, supporting preventive maintenance programs, and communicating repair timelines to management. The position contributes to facility improvements and safety initiatives, documents work through computerized maintenance management systems such as TMA, orders necessary materials and parts, and participates in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours maintenance support. The position also assists with cross-training maintenance staff and performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience maintaining commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and food service equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting ice machines, air handling systems, and heating/cooling equipment.
• Experience using CMMS and building automation systems such as TMA and Metasys.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance, safety standards, and applicable codes.
• Ability to troubleshoot, prioritize repairs, communicate effectively, and work independently.

Learn more about Iowa State University Dining:
https://www.dining.iastate.edu

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.

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:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?
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

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.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

5091a

Original Posting Date:

September 3, 2026

Posting Close Date:

September 13, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19901

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.