Maintenance Repairer

What We Are Seeking:

Do you enjoy the satisfaction of fixing, repairing, and building things and don’t mind a little outside seasonal Iowa weather?

Then come work for The Iowa Department of Public Defense at Camp Dodge! We are looking for a Maintenance Repairer to perform skilled maintenance tasks in the repair of structures, fixtures, modular furniture, equipment, and ancillary items. Maintenance tasks will be performed from the Facility or Department of Public Works (DPW) maintenance program or by management directive.

A valid driver’s license is a must in addition to the ability to obtain a military/government equipment certification to operate Lifts and skid loaders.

Who We Are:

Our Agency directly supports the Iowa National Guard sustainment, readiness and modernization, providing support so they are able to fulfill their missions in Iowa’s communities or their work for the State during emergencies or times of need. We are made strong by a highly qualified, diverse and talented staff. Working at the Iowa Department of Public Defense will provide you the opportunity for a robust career!

What You’ll Do:

• Perform framing and finish carpentry in the remodeling, renovation, and new and existing construction of building and structures.

• Perform other work but is not limited to wall base installation, roof gutters, carpentry, sheet rock installation, window repair and glazing, lock and door hardware repairs and replacement, install floor tile, install suspended ceiling grid and tile, plumbing fixture repairs, painting, masonry repairs, and forming- placing-finish of concrete flat work.

• Assist with installing and maintaining communication systems.

• Assist in utility locate and ongoing request for locates and assist with maintaining buried cable maps.

• Perform grounds maintenance, material handling, mowing, snow removal, and training area enhancement projects.

• Assist in monthly meter readings

• Assist other skilled trades in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and Painting

Location & Hours 7105 NW 70th Ave, Johnston, IA 50131 - 7:00 A.M.-3:30 P.M. Monday-Friday, after hours/weekends as required.

Benefits:

At the State of Iowa, we are committed to your well-being. As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.
• Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
• Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
• Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
• Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.

To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit our benefits webpage.

Why Choose Us?

Choose us for our strong team culture, positive work environment and opportunities for professional growth and development. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. A complete package combining benefits, career and personal development is available here for you. Dive into our recruitment page to explore what sets us apart and come be a part of our team!

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• Three years of full-time work experience in two or more of the recognized building and mechanical trades (carpentry, electrical, heating and air conditioning, machinist, machine repair, masonry, painting, pipefitting, plumbing, refrigeration, and welding).

• Three years of a combination of experience (as described in number one) and education, where thirty semester hours of post high school education in an accredited building or mechanical vocational program equals one year of experience.

• Current and continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes two years of full-time work as a Trades Helper.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

Additional Qualification Requirements

Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, persons in this class may be required to obtain one or more of the following certificates, licenses, or endorsements:

• A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and endorsements
• At the Department of Public Defense – Military Division, an "Unclassified Person" license from the State of Iowa Electrical Licensing Board
• A license to perform electrical work in accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 103
• A Fire Sprinkler Installer and Maintenance License in accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 100D
• A Grade 1 Water Treatment Operator certification in accordance with Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 567–81
• A Grade 1 Waste Water Operator certification in accordance with Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 567–81