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Job Description
Distinguishing Features of the Class
Safely performs skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and the installation of electrical, electronic, and pneumatic equipment and instruments in various settings. Assists in the development of preventive maintenance and training activities. Works under the direction of a team leader or supervisor and at times may direct the work of other workers.
Acceptable Experience and Training- Graduation from high school, completion of a four-year apprenticeship, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience; and
- Advanced education in fields related to the job (electrical, electronic, pneumatic systems, leadership training); and
- Experience in reading, modifying, and developing blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics; and
- Experience with equipment and systems similar to those of the Division.
Please Note: Transcripts verifying coursework taken, degree conferred and/or Journeyman License or Master License must be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department to receive credit. Please send electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317by the application deadline.
Required Special Qualifications- Possession of a valid Iowa Class C - Operator driver’s license and any other applicable federal licenses and certification required to operate vehicles and equipment.
Please Note: If you possess an out-of-state license, you must submit a certified driving record by the application deadline. Failure to submit all required documentation may cause application disqualification.
Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)- Safely installs, modifies, maintains, and repairs electrical, electronic and pneumatic systems such as motors, motor controls, power supplies, sensors, alarms, telephone and telemetering equipment, HVAC systems, control logics, automatic sampling equipment, metering devices, programmable logic controllers, and computer periphery equipment.
- Develop and troubleshoot ladder diagrams, control logics in programmable logic controllers and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA).
- Safely designs layout work on panels, sets up complex control systems, interprets, and alters drawings, wiring diagrams, and blueprints. Works from complex engineering drawings to complete projects and assigned work.
- Maintains appropriate technical manuals, drawings, sketches, and diagrams for electronic equipment.
- Assists the supervisor in planning safe work, plus the ordering of materials to facilitate the scheduled completion of assigned work.
- Recommends safe revisions to Preventive, Predictive, and Corrective Maintenance Programs.
- Safely performs other related duties as required.
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Closing Date/Time: 2/7/2025 4:00 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Des Moines
Show moreDes Moines is the capital city and is the commercial, financial, transportation, and governmental hub of Iowa. Extending over 80 square miles, Des Moines is home to over 212,000 people and the central city of a metropolitan area of approximately 634,000. Des Moines is a vibrant city, intersected by the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers.
Des Moines is a city with many cultural amenities, ease of commuting, Iowa State government, three higher education institutions, good schools, ample shopping, affordable housing, fine dining, great health care, and a stable high-performing local government. It also is the home of the Iowa State Fair and is the host to countless conventions, trade shows, and sporting and entertainment events each year.
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