What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Maintenance Coordinator - Ames position at State of Iowa - Executive Branch?
Job Description
Iowa Department of Transportation’s Mission is Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To accomplish our Mission, the person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the Iowa Department of Transportation’s five CORE values : Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.
The Resources and Acquisition Bureau is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Coordinator. This role plays a key part in the Bureau's mission by supporting the maintenance and enhancing the physical condition of our facilities. This position is responsible for onsite facility evaluations, estimating project costs, sourcing materials and contractors, and coordinating maintenance work to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and excels at managing multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Location: 800 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA — Ames Complex
Shift Requirements: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, On call, Some nights & weekends.
As a Facility Maintenance Coordinator your duties will include, but are not limited to:
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Iowa DOT complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the EEO & ADA Officer at 515-689-1009 or via email at amy.weerheim@iowadot.us . Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
Iowa Department of Transportation’s Mission is Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To accomplish our Mission, the person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the Iowa Department of Transportation’s five CORE values : Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.
The Resources and Acquisition Bureau is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Coordinator. This role plays a key part in the Bureau's mission by supporting the maintenance and enhancing the physical condition of our facilities. This position is responsible for onsite facility evaluations, estimating project costs, sourcing materials and contractors, and coordinating maintenance work to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and excels at managing multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Location: 800 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA — Ames Complex
Shift Requirements: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, On call, Some nights & weekends.
As a Facility Maintenance Coordinator your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Conduct Regular onsite facility inspections and identify maintenance needs.
- Communicate with DOT staff from across the agency to receive facility requests and coordinate maintenance repairs.
- Estimate costs for repairs and small projects; obtain quotes from vendors when under completive bid threshold, submit requisitions to purchasing when over competitive bid threshold.
- Preform minor construction and repair tasks including rough and finish carpentry and lock installation.
- Coordinate and oversee the work of external contractors to ensure quality and timely completion.
- Take direction and collaborates closely with Team Lead and other the Resources and Acquisitions Bureau members.
- Maintain records of work performed, project timelines, material usage, and expenses.
- Ensure compliance with all building codes and regulations.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
- Before starting employment, all persons are required to have a post-offer pre-employment physical
- Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
- Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment and costs can be reviewed here.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
- Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
- Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
- Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).
You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa – Apply now!
Iowa DOT complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the EEO & ADA Officer at 515-689-1009 or via email at amy.weerheim@iowadot.us . Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
- Three years of full-time work experience in the building and trades industry.
- Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Maintenance Repairer.