Facilities Technician III

At EMC, we’re all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts—always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let’s improve lives together.

Location Requirement: Candidate must be located in or within close proximity to the Des Moines metro area.

Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

• Serve as a technical resource for maintaining, planning, executing and overseeing the operations of EMC buildings; assist leadership with future building or system plans.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVACR, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and control systems. Perform chemical tests on system fluids.
• Maintain and repair exhaust fans, AHUs, chillers, boilers, and pumps, including changing v‑belts, changing air filters, cleaning equipment, and performing other mechanical repairs such as bearing, sheave, and shaft replacement.
• Label equipment and maintain accurate records of repairs in coordination with the CMMS.
• Read and interpret draft prints, as‑built drawings, and schematics.
• Complete preventative maintenance and assigned work orders while identifying areas for improvement and efficiency.
• Inspect and test the operations of the building HVACR, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and control systems daily.
• Serve as a technical resource to the team and assist with on‑the‑job training of new facilities technicians.

• On‑Call Rotation:
  Technicians participate in an on‑call rotation every sixth week, providing coverage for a full week.
• Occasional Overtime:
  Approximately once every six months, technicians may be required to work a Saturday shift (approximately 3‑5 hours).

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Four years of experience in maintenance or operations.
• Building Owner Manager Association’s Systems Maintenance Technician (BOMA SMT) or Systems Maintenance Administrator (BOMA SMA) completion, or industry‑related certification preferred.
• Advanced training in mechanical and electrical operations preferred.
• Possess or be willing to obtain CPR/AED certification through EMC in the first year.

• Excellent technical knowledge of HVACR, hydronic, mechanical, and electrical equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, welding, construction, installation, and other related functions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to work early or late based on shift schedules.
• Ability to participate in on‑call rotation during off hours.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if driving.

Hiring salary range for this position: $28.23 – $37.05 per hour. The actual salary will depend on education, skills, experience, and business needs.

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