Laboratory Mech Technologist, Dental Facilities Services - (26006092)
Join a dynamic team as a Lab Mechanical Tech at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry! You will coordinate, assemble, install, repair, and maintain cutting-edge equipment across our Dental Clinics, Simulation Lab, Support Lab, and research areas. This hands-on role is essential to ensuring smooth operations and delivering outstanding service to students, faculty, and patients!For a full job description, please send an e-mail to COD-Requisitions@iowa.uiowa.edu.Responsibilities:· Demonstrate proper equipment setup, operation, maintenance, and cleaning to users.· Apply safe working practices, including correct lifting and bending techniques.· Assemble, install, repair, and maintain dental and lab equipment (chairs, lights, delivery systems, etc.).· Provide daily support and customer service to faculty, students, and patients.· Perform preventive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and reduce downtime.· Assist with general facility tasks (e.g., hanging shelves, moving furniture/equipment).· Proactively identify and resolve issues to prevent recurring problems.· Train and guide users on proper equipment usage and care.· Maintain manuals, safety labels, and up-to-date MSDS documentation.· Coordinate with vendors and contractors on equipment and facility needs.· Manage inventory for tools, parts, and maintenance supplies.100% Laboratory Mechanical Technologist – GA42 (Merit)College of Dentistry – Dental Support Services – Dental Facilities ServicesLocation: Dental Science Building (Iowa City, IA)Salary: $43,555.68 (Paygrade: 10)Hours of Work: Monday – Friday; 7:00am to 3:30pmMay require occasional overtime.
MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:· Five years of directly related experience.· Valid driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards.HIGHLY Desirable Qualifications:· Experience in a Dental Setting; and· Demonstrated exemplary Customer Service Skills.Desirable:· Experience with hydraulics and hydraulic systems;· Advanced troubleshooting skills;· Electronics diagnostics experience;· A strong understanding of, and the ability to develop and perform preventive maintenance;· Basic computer skills;· Ability to communicate effectively;· Ability to work in all types of environments - dirty, noisy, elevated, hot or cold; and· Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, and blueprints. Position and Application Details:In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a Resume (and mark as “Relevant File”) to the submission, a Cover Letter is recommended. 3 Names of Professional Reference may be requested at a later date. Position NOT eligible for University Sponsorship of Employment Authorization.Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact COD-Requisitions@iowa.uiowa.edu.Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.About Iowa: Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
: Iowa City
: Research
: College of Dentistry
: Regular
Full-time
: No
: Nov 5, 2026, 8:18:36 PM
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Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
University of Iowa Health Care is changing medicine through:
• Pioneering discovery
• Innovative interprofessional education
• Delivery of superb clinical care
• An extraordinary patient experience in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, team-based environment
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• Preventing and curing disease
• Improving health and well-being
Vision
World Class People: Building on our greatest strength.
World Class Medicine: Creating a new standard of excellence in integrated patient care, research, and education.
For Iowa and the World: Making a difference in quality of life and health for generations.
Recognitions/ Awards
In its 2020 rankings of “Best Employer for Diversity," Forbes ranked UI Health Care No. 47 overall among large employers nationwide and No. 10 in its Healthcare & Social category.
