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Home My WebLink AboutMWIII - Government BuildingsUpdated: August 2025 (Admin Review) CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Maintenance Worker III – Government Buildings Department: Parks & Recreation Division: Government Buildings Supervisor: Facilities Manager FLSA: Non-Exempt Civil Service: Yes Pay Grade: 9 Job Number: 0912 Job Summary Under general direction, performs all aspects of maintenance, security and cleaning duties of buildings and grounds in various city facilities. The primary focus of this position is the maintenance and repair of mechanical, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems in commercial buildings. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Performs complex HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and carpentry repairs to building systems; paints all building interior and exteriors. • Performs required maintenance activities on all building facilities and equipment including replacement of light bulbs and ballasts. • Responds to after-hours calls; checks alarms and elevators and assists with security. • Works closely with contractors in construction scheduling, remodeling and maintenance of assigned buildings. • Mows grass, trims shrubs and removes trash and recycling materials from grounds, buildings, and parking lots as needed; performs snow and ice removal. • Advises on maintenance related matters in construction or remodeling projects. • Purchases or makes recommendations for purchase of supplies and equipment. • Cleans, sweeps, dusts, waxes, disinfects and mops restrooms, windows and ﬂoors in City facilities. • Sweeps outside; vacuums carpets; dumps rubbish and wastepaper from oﬃces. • Moves furnishings and equipment as directed. • Monitors water chemistry within facility Hydronic systems and makes corrections as needed either manually or via computerized controller systems. • Changes and handles liquid and granular chemical tanks and containers. • Inspects automatic chemical delivery system chemical level, adds chemicals as needed; inspects, cleans and repairs system. • Monitors, troubleshoots and performs preventive maintenance to heating, ventilation, air conditioning system (HVAC), makes repairs as necessary. • Inspects boiler pressure and function, adjusts as needed. Updated: August 2025 (Admin Review) • Maintains job records and reports the need for other repairs. • Monitors status of building control systems via building automation controls (BAS). • Performs duties in a safe manner and participates in safety training. • Conducts self in a professional manner which demonstrates courtesy and respect for all community members and coworkers. • Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in building systems maintenance and HVAC. • HVAC Journeyman License. EPA and CFC Certiﬁcation. Valid State of Iowa driver's license with satisfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. FBI ﬁngerprint screening will be required for facility access to Iowa City Police Department. Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Certiﬁed pool operator certiﬁcation. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. • Ability to calculate ﬁgures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. • Ability to perform moderately heavy tasks. • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out duties. • Ability to speak eﬀectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. • Ability to work independently. • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. • Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions. • Knowledge of general cleaning methods and the use and care of cleaning materials and equipment. • Skill in performing all building maintenance activities. • Skill in the use and care of hand and power tools. Updated: August 2025 (Admin Review) • Skill in using computers and applicable software applications (Microsoft Oﬃce – Outlook and Cartegraph). Supervision No supervision of direct reports. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves 10 pounds, occasionally will lift and/or move 25 pounds, and will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, confined space, and traffic hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, and animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Involves some exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations. Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reviewed/Approved by: Juli Seydell Johnson, Parks & Recreation Director (4/2024) Updated: August 2025 (Admin Review) I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employee Date ________________________________ __________________