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Distribution Mechanic

Job in Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana, 47401, USA
Listing for: Indiana University Bloomington
Full Time, Apprenticeship/Internship, Per diem position
Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Utility Technician
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 31.1 USD Hourly USD 31.10 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Department

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

Department Information

Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that Indiana University campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning  a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations provides wide-ranging services all with the goal of creating a beautiful, well-functioning campus.

Job Summary
  • Repairs and installs utility production and distribution systems, such as chillers, boilers, water/sewer/steam/chilled water distribution, and sub-systems.
  • Performs these tasks utilizing skills such as digging, cutting, drilling, painting, cleaning, and assembling.
  • Performs welding tasks related to utility distribution systems such as: pipe-fitting, pipe welding, and general welding activities.
  • Performs quality control inspections of contracted utility distribution work for compliance with IU and governmental regulations.
  • Participates in mandatory training sessions related to Utility Systems. Acts as mentor and conduct on-the-job training of personnel in the Utility Trainee program.
  • Responds to emergency situations immediately and works quickly to correct the problem(s).
  • Performs other utilities related work as needed.
  • Drives vehicle.
Qualifications EDUCATION Required
  • High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).
WORK EXPERIENCE Required
  • 5 years verifiable related experience.
  • Completion of the Distribution Maintenance tract of the Utility Trainee program.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Required
  • Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.
SKILLS Required
  • Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
  • Proficient in English written and verbal communications skills.
  • Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
  • Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
  • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
  • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
  • Highly thorough and dependable.
  • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
  • Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
  • Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
  • Ability to build strong customer relationships.
  • Advanced working knowledge of tools and equipment used in mechanical, electrical or operational type maintenance work. Equipment utilized:
    Utility and distribution systems such as: chillers, boilers, water/sewer/steam/chilled water distribution and their sub-systems. Tools involved in digging, cutting, drilling, painting, cleaning, assembling at a skilled level. Personal Protective Equipment:
    Hard hat, safety glasses, steel toed boots, hearing protection, work gloves, respirator. Working knowledge of equipment, tools, techniques, skills, materials and methods of mechanical PM work.
  • Ability to work safely and efficiently.
  • Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
  • Ability to read and follow blueprints and maintenance and operation manuals.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to perform basic computer operations and use email utility.
Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections.

The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

This is an in-person position.

Advertised Salary

$31.10 per hour

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  • Health savings account with generous IU contributions
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Basic group life insurance paid by IU
  • Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and…
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