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The Facilities Planning and Management Department at Iowa State University is seeking applicants for a Utility Electrical & Instrumentation Technician I. Under general supervision works on motor starters, motor control centers, battery systems, instrumentation, and control systems. Installs, maintains, calibrates and repairs electronic, electrical, and pneumatic devices and systems.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs utility electrical systems (generally less than 600 volts) including circuit breakers, motor starters, protection systems, motor control centers, conduit, cable tray, cable, and wiring.

• Installs and maintains safety systems including emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, uninterruptible power systems, station batteries, and utility communications systems.

• Installs, repairs, replaces and calibrates control system equipment and support systems including transmitters, valve actuators, recorders and other sensors.

• Assists with troubleshooting and maintenance of utility control systems including boilers, turbine generators, chillers, and water treatment systems.

• Assists with troubleshooting and maintenance of program logic controller (PLC) based auxiliary systems including material handling, ash handling, compressed air, etc.

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• Knowledge of utility systems and equipment.

• Knowledge of tools and methods necessary to troubleshoot and maintain electrical and electronic utility equipment.

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in the electrical and instrumentation and control trades.

• Knowledge of the principles of electronics.

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret local, state, and national electrical codes.

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and ability to comply with OSHA procedures.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, control system drawings, and repair manuals.

• Ability to perform basic math computations.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to withstand constant high noise, dust, fumes, poor lighting and ventilation, and high temperature levels.

• Physical requirements: Must be able to move and lift at least 80 lbs.

• Must be able to climb stairs and work in an industrial environment.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:   Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) is an organization that is dedicated to the maintenance and enhancement of Iowa State University, one of the nation’s leading educational and agricultural institutes. But more importantly, FP&M is dedicated to their employees and enhancing the lives of each team member through opportunities both professionally and personally. FP&M is one of the largest departments on campus and currently employs over 450 full-time employees and students combined.

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Apply for this position by clicking on “Apply” and completing the Merit Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter details about your education and work history. If you have questions regarding the application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

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