Employment

PLUMBER II

Type of Position: FULL TIME

Hours of Work: HOURS VARY

Duties:

Repair existing plumbing promptly so that lack of service is kept to a minimum.

• Responds to disruption to utilities after hours, making temporary adjustments until the permanent repair can be completed.
• Final repairs are made of a permanent nature.
• No instances of open ditches without safety barricades.
• Temporary services installed during long-term repairs.

Performs annual plumbing maintenance so that the plumbing is protected in the off-season.

• Below-ground and above-ground unprotected waterlines are drained in the fall and turned on in the spring.
• Heaters and boilers are drained in the fall and filled and fired in the spring.
• Plumbing fixtures are drained for protection in the fall.

Responsible for controlling the flow of the daily work by providing the following leadership elements:

• Ensure the materials and supplies for the work at hand are readily available, properly stored, and inventoried.
• Keep the shop, vehicles, and tools in safe working order.
• Keep current with new procedures and materials that may benefit the shop.
• Maintain close communication with the Plant Operations Assistant Director regarding the workload and how it fits into the time allotted for the work.
• Plan the work assignments and how they will be met to meet each project's deadline.
• Keep current with the maintenance budget and project budgets.
• Ensure project information is recorded and filed.

Installs new plumbing consistent with the trade so that service is improved, and routine maintenance can be performed.

• Water lines will be installed below frost for protection or installed with drain back capabilities.

• Sanitary and storm sewer shall be installed consistent with a journeyman’s level of experience.

• In all cases finished work will conform to the specs of sketches, plans, or blueprints.

Inspects existing plumbing periodically so that future interruptions may be eliminated or kept to a minimum.

• All potential problems should be noted and documented.
• Recommendations for improved service noted and documented.

Maintains accurate records and maps so that all systems can be located in a timely manner.

• Develop and maintain maps of the buildings and grounds.
• Maps are updated after new installations or if repairs alter the original maps.
• Materials are ordered before the start of projects.
• Sketches, drawings, and blueprints are scrutinized.
• Accurate time logs will be kept.

Installs new and makes repairs to existing mechanical systems in a timely manner so that interrupted service is kept to a minimum.

• All vents shall duct to the outside.
• Damaged flue pipe is replaced.
• Leaking or worn controls are replaced.
• Burned out or rusted parts are replaced.
• Gas lines shall have no detectable leaks.
• Water lines shall have no visible leaks.

Education/Training:

Experience equal to five years of full-time work in skilled plumbing; OR the equivalent of three years of full-time employment as a licensed journey plumber or plumbing contractor; OR the completion of a recognized trade school plumbing course and three years of subsequent full-time employment as a journey plumber; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience including the successful completion of an approved plumbing apprenticeship program and/or subsequent full-time, experience equal to the journey skill level, with the apprenticeship and/or journey-work experience totaling at least five years.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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MAINTENANCE WORKER II

We are seeking a Maintenance employee to join our team at the Iowa State Fair Authority. In this role, you will be essential in ensuring that all facilities and equipment are maintained to the highest standards. Your expertise will contribute significantly to the success of our events and the overall experience for our visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Provide building and grounds service needs during an event so that the buildings and grounds are ready for use prior to events and returned to original condition following an event.
• Performs grounds maintenance tasks such as snow removal, leaf clean up, mowing, and general maintenance to gutters, downspouts, and selected area
• Operate Iowa State Fair machinery and vehicles for use in facility preparation of events and Iowa State
• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork in support of maintenance operations and event preparation.
• Clean and maintain equipment after use as needed.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read.
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity and refrains from theft-related behavior.
• Works and communicates with internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner. Committed to providing quality service.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing work on time. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates teamwork and leadership by fostering collaboration, guiding others when appropriate, and contributing positively to group tasks and morale.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 457/401(a)
• 457/401(a) matching
• IPERS
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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