Utility Plant Maintenance Mechanic

About the Role

As a Distribution Utilities Maintenance Mechanic at ENGIE, you will directly support the utility infrastructure serving thousands of students, faculty, and staff across the University of Iowa’s Main Campus in Iowa City and Oakdale Campus in Coralville. Your work will help maintain the safety, cleanliness, and operability of electrical distribution substations, electrical rooms, shops, warehouses, and equipment such as portable lights, generators, and pumps. This role is ideal for a self-driven, mechanically inclined individual who enjoys solving problems and tackling varied assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and cleaning of Utilities Distribution facilities, including painting, replacing filters, grounds upkeep, snow removal, and basic maintenance of lighting, ventilation, doors, windows, plumbing, drains, sump pumps, and tools.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections at electrical distribution substations, including eyewash station maintenance, transformer inspections supporting Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements, and upkeep of portable equipment such as generators, lights, and pumps.
• Conduct and document safety inspections for forklifts, shop tools, ladders, extension cords, and related equipment.
• Assist Utilities trades and staff with general maintenance and physical work, including cable and piping installations, light-pole replacement and repair, preventive maintenance inspections, safety program activities, and safety monitoring.
• Perform utility locates during peak construction season to support campus construction and Utilities team needs.
• Use the computerized maintenance management system to create, update, document, and complete work orders accurately.
• Complete and document pre-job hazard assessments, provide pre-job briefings as needed, and coordinate daily work activities and equipment status with team members.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; trade, vocational, military technical training, or a two-year technical degree in industrial maintenance is beneficial.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in general electrical or mechanical maintenance, facilities maintenance, or construction; a two-year technical degree in industrial maintenance may substitute for the experience requirement.
• Working knowledge of industrial facility or utility maintenance methods, small power and hand tools, basic industrial drawings, and technical manuals.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and practices associated with utility or industrial operations, including working safely around medium- and high-voltage equipment, following ENGIE safety requirements, and performing assigned work with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, communication, and teamwork skills, with a willingness to anticipate team needs, learn new responsibilities, and assist electricians in completing work safely and efficiently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and comfort using computers and mobile technology to perform and document corrective and preventive maintenance activities.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record, with the ability to operate a company-owned vehicle; a Class A commercial driver’s license or willingness to obtain one is preferred.
• Personal telephone to receive emergency notifications.

Additional Details

• This role requires daily attendance at the job site with a general work schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; consistent attendance is essential.
• The work environment is approximately 20% indoors and 80% outdoors, with exposure to weather and job-site conditions that may include heat, cold, dust, and noise.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments accurately and within established timelines while working independently.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate through portable radio equipment.
• Ability to hear and understand audible alarms and detect changes in equipment noise levels.
• Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, balance, sit, climb ladders, stairs, ramps, and catwalks, kneel, push, pull, perform repetitive motions, and lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to enter and work in confined spaces, including crawl spaces, shafts, enclosed areas, pipes, and underground vaults.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including half- and full-face respirators, fall-protection equipment, hard hats, safety shoes, and safety glasses.
• Eyesight corrected to at least 20/40 to accurately read and interpret instruments, gauges, manuals, and related materials.
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies.
• Must possess the right to work in the United States; ENGIE is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Pay

Hourly Range: $27.40 - $42.00 USD hourly. This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus/incentive plan.

Benefits

ENGIE offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Generous paid time off, including wellness days, holidays, and leave programs.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• Supplemental benefits for emotional and physical well-being, including family-forming and caregiver benefits.