Water Distribution Specialist
Job in
West Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50265, USA
Listed on 2026-01-25
Listing for:
Des Moines Water Works
Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-01-25
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer -
Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Two positions available.
Essential Job Functions- Designs and plans metering systems, electronic and pneumatic control systems, and data acquisition.
- Installs, configures, and maintains PLC and control systems.
- Performs installation, maintenance, modification and repair tasks associated with electronic, electrical, and electro-mechanical equipment and systems in treatment facilities.
- Uses a computer to create/edit technical and/or administrative documentation and correspondence.
- Leads & coordinates the installation of new equipment, staff training, and documentation and procedure.
- Adheres to prescribed safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Inspects completed work for proper operation and safety.
- Rotates on-call status to respond to emergencies or other critical incidents as directed.
- Communicates with County staff, contract engineers, and vendors on equipment & designs for process control and data acquisition systems, including availability and applicability of components.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Associate’s degree or Vocational Technical Certification in Electronics Technology, Industrial Electronics or related field.
- Three years progressively skilled and knowledgeable experience in industrial electronics maintenance and repair, preferably in a public utilities function performing installation and maintenance on process control components and automated systems
- More than three years experience in the field may substitute for a portion of the educational requirement; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Certified Waste Water Operator Class III desirable
- Physical Requirements &
Working Conditions:
Regularly required to move, life, and carry up to 50 pounds; regularly exposed to outside weather conditions including hot, cold, and humid temperatures and conditions; possible bodily injury from electrical shock, explosions, toxic or caustic chemicals; falling from high, exposed places; and moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools, and machinery - Salary Grade: 51
- Status:
Non-Exempt (NE) - Employees are eligible for overtime pay - Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.
- 3:30 p.m.
- Eligible for health and dental coverage, retirement plan, life insurance, long term disability insurance, deferred compensation, ten paid holidays per year, annual leave accrual after 6 months of employment, and thirteen days sick leave per year.
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