About this role
Position Title: Automotive Mechanic
Job Group: Merit
Required Minimum Qualifications: • Four years experience in the trade, including apprenticeship and vocational training. • Valid state driver's license.
Job Description: Summary: Are you an experienced Automotive Mechanic looking for a great career move with a consistent work schedule that fosters work-life balance? Step up to a role where your skills can make a real impact!
The Transportation Services team at Iowa State University is seeking a skilled professional to join our team. This is a great opportunity to work on a dynamic team that’s committed to maintaining a safe, efficient, and thriving campus environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with scan tools, diagnostic software, and modern electrical vehicle systems (CAN bus, sensors, etc.) • Ability to complete major component repairs including engines, transmissions, and differentials • Experience with diagnosis and repair of diesel-powered light-duty vehicles
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities • Repairs automotive electrical, fuel, brake, emission, mechanical, hydraulic, and exhaust systems. • Diagnoses and refers repairs that are not approved for in-house repair. • Disassembles and overhauls engines pumps, generators, transmissions, rear ends, etc., making necessary corrections and part replacements. • Maintains shop equipment and work area. • Performs needed adjustments on tools. • Performs safety inspection on vehicles. • Maintains accurate records on inventory, safety checks, warranties, and services performed. • Communicates necessary repairs and service estimates with customers. • Orders and maintains parts and supplies and initiates purchase orders as directed. • May have functional supervision over student workers and/or Mechanic's Assistants. • Attends trade courses as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Skill in operating and driving motor vehicles. • Skill in the use of diagnostic equipment and tools used in the trade. • Skill in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of automotive machinery and vehicles. • Knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance. • Knowledge in the use of power and hand tools related to the trade. • Ability to safely handle and use cleaning chemicals, fuels, and equipment. • Ability to read and interpret technical service manuals. • Ability to maintain accurate records. • Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize tasks. • Ability to lift, carry, and move parts weighing up to 75 pounds, to be on feet for prolonged periods of time, and work under a hoist. • Ability to work in adverse conditions such as weather extremes, around fumes, noise, dust, and dirt. • Ability to train and supervise other workers. • Ability to read, write and follow instructions.
For more information about Transportation Services, please use the following link: Transportation Services
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Why Choose Iowa State University? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Appointment Type: Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period
Time Type: Full time
Pay Grade: 10
Original Posting Date: July 1, 2026
Posting Close Date: July 26, 2026
Job Requisition Number: R19532
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu. General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.