The University of Iowa, Office of Animal Resources is excited to hire a Facility Maintenance Coordinator. This position provides support to the Facility Manager for facility assets, maintenance and services for the Office of Animal Resources in partnership with University FM operations. This position is considered "essential" in that it must be performed irrespective of whether classes are suspended, and a large proportion of personnel are unable to work. This work is required to avoid endangering the lives, well-being, or safety of animals or irreparable damage to University property. This position will be exposed to animal allergens while performing the regular duties of the work. Work Schedule: M-F,8am-4:30pm, may be called in on occasion. Work Modality: In-Person
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below. About the Office of Animal Resources
The University of Iowa provides a centralized animal care program through the which reports to the Vice President for Research. The program includes animal housing facilities in the Colleges of Medicine, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Public Health. Additional sites affiliated with this program are the State Hygienic Laboratory in Ankeny, IA, the Iowa Raptor Project located near Lake MacBride, and the Lakeside Laboratory located near Lake Okoboji in Western Iowa.
The Office of Animal Resources (OAR) provides the expertise, care, and resources necessary for the maintenance of research animals. The OAR's mission is preservation of the University's animal research privilege and maintenance of a quality animal care and use program. Qualifications:
Education or Equivalency Required
A Bachelor's degree in appropriate field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Required Qualifications · Typically 1-3 years of practical experience with facilities maintenance and repairs.
· Evidence of strong organizational skills, attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Demonstrate the ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.
· Demonstrate the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner and utilize existing resources and learning to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals and needs.
· Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.
Desirable Qualifications * Background in industrial maintenance. Position and Application Details and Instructions:
Include your driver's license information as a certification under the license and certifications section.
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following required documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission: · Cover Letter
· Resume
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check, credential/education verification and verification of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent ()
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
For a for description of job requirements please visit post ******** at jobs.uiowa.edu About University of Iowa
With over 31,000 students, the University of Iowa is one of the nation's top public research universities, a member of the Big Ten conference and the Association of American Universities. The University of Iowa is composed of eleven colleges and is known around the world for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. It is home to one of the nation's largest academic medical centers and the pioneering Iowa Writers' Workshop. The University of Iowa promotes work/life integration and is located in the casual yet cosmopolitan environment of Iowa City, widely recognized as one of the country's most livable communities.
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