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Full Time
1/3/2025
Des Moines, IA 50321
(42.2 miles)
$23.50/hourShift Premium may ApplyImmediately hiring! We’re looking for responsible, detailed people who are ready to accelerate their automotive repair career! Whether you have worked in an auto garage or car dealership, this job is for you! Join our team of driven professionals at Avis Budget Group enterprise.What You’ll Do:As an automotive technician, you will be responsible for conducting essential repairs on a diverse range of vehicle brands and models, requiring minimal technical oversight. Your tasks will encompass various maintenance activities such as oil changes, lubrication, tire repairs, and potentially warranty repairs based on your proficiency level. In addition, you may support our skilled mechanics in handling intricate repair procedures.Perks You’ll Get:Bi-weekly hourly wage (New York and Puerto Rico: weekly wage)On-the-job training to expand your automotive abilities and help to obtain ASE CertificatesPaid time offMedical, dental and other insuranceFlexible spending account opportunity to contribute up to $270 as a tax-free benefit for public transportation or parking expensesRetirement benefits (401k)Employee discounts, including discounted car rental and discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars* Above perks may vary based on full-time/part-time status and locationWhat We’re Looking For:Valid Driver’s License and good driving recordAt least 2 years of auto repair experience or coursework with automotive certifications1 ASE certification (ability to acquire 2 additional ASE certifications within first year)Knowledgeable in areas covered by the ASE certification programs, including, but not limited to, Engine Repair, Drive Train/Axles, Suspension/Steering, Brakes, Electrical, Heating/Air Conditioning, Engine Performance and Light Vehicle/DieselComfortable working in a mechanical shop with moderate or loud noise levelsMust have a complete set of tools required for auto repair and maintenanceBasic computer skills including typing, data entryMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds, continuously stand, bend, reach, walk, sit and kneel frequently, enter, exit and drive vehiclesMust be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United StatesThis position requires regular, on-site presence and cannot be performed remotelyPrevious Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) experience preferred, providing an added advantage! Who We Are Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards.We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law. This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting.The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group. Des MoinesIowaUnited States of America
Full Time
1/12/2025
Des Moines, IA 50319
(41.4 miles)
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. I. Job Summary Manage the Landfill Gas to Energy Facility to maximize production, while ensuring safe work practices, environmental compliance, timely maintenance, compliance with contracts, and coordination with the landfill management and operations. This role acts as a plant owner, and is available whenever necessary to meet the objectives of the role and the needs of the facility.II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned. By thorough evaluation of operational data, be responsible for planning a proper course of action and have complete ownership for managing production capacity in efforts to reduce plant operating expenses while limiting equipment downtime without impairment. Inspects ongoing activities for safety and environmental compliance, and for adherence to Standard Operating Procedures. Reports and develops recommendations for corrective actions in any instances of reoccurring shutdowns or equipment de-rating in order to notify WMRE operations managers whether further analysis is necessary.Responsible for ensuring compliance with all operational requirements of the air permit, which may include CYCLE task tracking, documentation of compliance with standard operating procedures, performing emissions tests, and adjusting equipment to meet emissions limits. Represents WMRE during third party testing and regulatory inspections.Secures, manages, and coordinates all 3rd party vendors for scheduled plant maintenance, unscheduled down time, compliance, and well-field issues. Regularly communicates this with the Market Area Gas Operations Manager (MAGOM) and/or WMRE Operations Manager.Manages various relationships with power/gas purchasers as a first point of contact, with respect to facility operations and compliance with scheduling requirements. Complies with power purchase agreements, gas sales agreements, interconnect agreements, or other contracts.Inspects plant machinery and equipment. Repairs, maintains, and services all equipment in accordance with the facility Standard Operating Procedures, equipment maintenance manuals, and WMRE policies and training. Must also be knowledgeable to handle non-routine repairs or issues that may arise and require sound, immediate judgment without direct supervision.Implements WM and WMRE safety policies and practices for all work activities, and ensures these practices are followed by other WM staff, vendors, contractors, and visitors entering the facility.Completes all mandatory training activities for both safety and operational training as assigned by supervisor.Procures plant supplies and replacement equipment in an efficient manner by identifying needs in advance, managing vendors, and working within WMRE guidelines as well as being responsible for the annual budget.Promptly responds to call-outs of plant shutdowns during non-business hours to identify the cause of the shutdown and rectify/diagnose through appropriate repairs or adjustments to return the plant to operation while consulting with WMRE operations managers (as needed). This role is given discretion to judge the situation and respond accordingly without management intervention, until needed.Identifies backup staff in coordination with the WMRE regional manager, and assigns call-out schedules to ensure that there is at least one plant manager available 24/7/365 for plant shutdowns and emergencies. For self and backup, adjusts daily or weekly on-site presence at plant during business hours to reflect time spent for call-outs, with consideration that all other daily and monthly duties must be completed on a timely basis.Maintains the facility spare inventory and provides a written inventory count twice annually.Schedules and conducts plant tours as requested to support good community relations. Represent WMRE as the on-site technical expert on production of renewable energy from landfill gas. Participates actively in developing and implementing ongoing public relations between the plant and community to ensure favorable outlook of the facility from both customer and community.Participates in public forums to support business development and community education. Ensures the potential for use of the facility as a marketing platform and supervises such activities. Maintains effective relationships with key political and community decision makers in the region.Completes special assignments/tasks as required by WMRE Operations Manager, Market Area Gas Operations Manager, or Landfill District Manager. III. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory duties. IV. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job. A. Education and Experience Education: High School Diploma or GED (accredited)Experience: 5 years of relevant work experience diagnosing and repairing internal combustion engines and cooling systems. B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements Must have valid drivers license C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required Fundamental knowledge of computer data entry and interpretation. Must be able to successfully manage fiduciary responsibilities. Must be able to lift a minimum of 100 lbs. Must be able to travel up to 15% with overnight stays. Must be able to diagnose and repair DC circuits 12/24 volts. Basic knowledge of 120/240/480 3ph volt AC circuits. Understand concepts of 4160 volt circuits Must be familiar with basic principles of building maintenance. V. Work Environment Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Normal setting for this job is: shop/power plant environment. Please note, this is a salaried position that is eligible for a form of overtime.Benefits At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply.
Full Time
1/8/2025
Bouton, IA 50039
(15.8 miles)
Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Norwalk, Iowa is a southern suburb in the Des Moines, Iowa metropolitan area. We are known for knowing our neighbors and enjoying a great quality of life! Our location produces high quality precooked egg patties as well as various French Toast products. Responsibilities: ResponsibilitiesPromote, and foster Michael Foods culture, values and principlesMust observe and practice all Department/Plant Procedures including wearing the required PPEAdherence to Plant safety, food Safety, sanitation standards, and following all GMP guidelines.To improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of assets through the planning and scheduling process and MRO process application.Utilize CMMS to support the maintenance function, including review and prioritization of work requests, and conversion of work requests into planned work ordersReviews and screens each work order to see that it has been properly filled out:Work scope clearly describedCheck if the priority and requested completion date are realistic and providepractical lead timeCheck numbers and other coding are complete and accurateAuthorization is properDiscusses the details with the originating department as appropriateWork with storeroom to kit and stage materials and special tools,reserve the stock materials required for work order completion. Identify and order any non-stock materials required for pre-planned work.Develop work planswith cost and time estimates, specification, drawings, schematics, tools, materials, parts, craft skills required so the scope of work can be accomplished.Work directly with Maintenance and Production Supervisors to schedule the maintenance repairs with minimal impact to production (i.e. scheduled downtime, during changeovers).Review completed work to identify best practices, continuous improvement opportunities, and ensure work has been completed properly with the tracking of maintenance repair costs (time, materials, manpower used)Promotes and incorporates current safety rules and regulations into the planning processExamines jobs to be done and determines best way to accomplish the work. Consults with requester or maintenance supervisor when necessary.Planner should have complete knowledge of each Department's Preventative, Predictive/Condition Monitoring, Corrective and Precision Maintenance work load, Priority Standards, Asset Criticality, and Part Criticality in order to better schedule work orders.Maintains close contact with the other planners to ensure coordination of complex multi-skillfield and shop jobs.Maintains an open package of schedulable work orders which require equipment to be shut down so that some or all of them can be performed in the event of an unscheduled shutdown of that equipment. These unscheduled shutdown lists are prepared, reviewed and updated weekly.Develops a file of standard work orders (plans) for regularly recurring repair jobs, based on historical experience, to simplify the planning process.Assists maintenance and production management in periodically analyzing costs and, where necessary recommends corrective action needed to reduce maintenance costs Qualifications: EDUCATION:AA in Engineering, Operations or Applicable technical knowledge or Degree/Certification from Trade School.EXPERIENCE:Minimum of 3 years’ experience in industrial operations, Plant operations, maintenance, utilities and/or related field.Experience in the installation and repair of mechanical equipment required. Diagnose and repair of all machinery and process malfunctions, must be fluent in mechanical troubleshooting. Electrical troubleshooting is a plus.Diagnose and repair of all mechanical power transmission equipment. Knowledge of gear boxes, mechanical drives, variable speed applications, and Servo motors.Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Knowledge of Cylinders, valves, manifolds, vacuum systems, air filtration and lubrication devices.Diagnose, repair and overhaul process pumps, automatic control valves, sensors, positioners, actuators, basic electrical AC/DC troubleshooting, and related systems.Skilled in welding, sanitary welding, pipe fitting, soldering, rigging application and use of mechanical tools, hand tools, and power tools.Skilled in machine shop to fabricate within specific tolerance using various measuring equipment. Vernier, calipers, and depth gauges etc.Read and decipher mechanical drawings, schematics, and piping diagrams.Proficient in knowledge of bearings, pulleys, chain drives, belt drives, and lubricants standards and applications.480v 3 phase knowledge required.Knowledge and practice of NFPA 70E preferred.Experience and knowledge of personal/process control computers, programmable logicLANGUAGE SKILLS:Good oral/written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in both one-on-one and small group situations.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:Ability to add, subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distances.REASONING ABILITY:Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Proven analytical, planning, problem-solving, and project management skills.Ability to be flexible to shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment.Highly effective multi-tasker; resourceful with a “get-it-done, can-do” attitude self-starter.Skilled in developing troubleshooting programs and job aids.Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with all team peers and customers.Maintain accurate records and data.OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Specific skills and abilities required that are not included in other sections:Competent in using Microsoft Office and CMMS System (Preferably SAP).Ability to travel for training and continuous improvement activities
Full Time
1/2/2025
Ames, IA 50011
(34.6 miles)
KEEPING PIPES FLOWINGThe Air Force must maintain thousands of miles of fuel and water lines essential to our daily operations. It’s the job of Water and Fuel Systems Maintenance specialists to manage the plumbing, wastewater collection systems, liquid fuel storage and natural gas distribution systems on every base. These professionals are highly trained in a wide variety of areas, including the principles of operation and construction and fire suppression systems in order to keep our bases running smoothly while upholding the highest environmental standards.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationYou must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB. ASVAB Score Requirements47 Mechanical (M) and 28 Electronics (E)QualificationsPossession of a valid driver’s license to operate government motor vehiclesFreedom from fear of confined spaces Freedom from fear of heightsNormal color visionCompletion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military TrainingMust be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
Full Time
1/12/2025
Bouton, IA 50039
(15.8 miles)
Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food. Location Description: Michael Foods, Inc. located in Norwalk, Iowa is a southern suburb in the Des Moines, Iowa metropolitan area. We are known for knowing our neighbors and enjoying a great quality of life! Our location produces high quality precooked egg patties as well as various French Toast products. Responsibilities: SUMMARY:This position performs process and production maintenance throughout the facility. Multi craft maintenance responsibilities which include but not be limited to equipment breakdowns, installation and startups, process improvements, preventative/precision maintenance programs and continuous improvements activities i.e. increasing machine reliability and installation of facility capital investments.This position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules at all times as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce product and process variability.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Utilize CMMS to support the maintenance function including review, execution and documentation of scheduled/unscheduled work on a daily basis.Experience in the installation and repair of mechanical equipment required. Diagnose and repair of all machinery and process malfunctions, must be fluent in mechanical troubleshooting.Diagnose and repair of all mechanical power transmission equipment. Knowledge of gear boxes, mechanical drives, variable speed applications, and Servo motors.Diagnose and repair refrigeration, steam and pneumatic systems. Knowledge of cylinders, valves, manifolds, vacuum systems, air filtration and lubrication devices.Diagnose, repair and overhaul pumps, automatic control valves, sensors, positioners, actuators, basic electrical AC/DC troubleshooting, and related systems.Proficient in knowledge of bearings, pulleys, chain drives, belt drives, and lubricants standards and applications.Experienced use of precision tools i.e. dials indicators, micrometers, calipers, and depth gauges.Read and decipher mechanical drawings, schematics, and piping diagrams. Ability to read/interpret Electrical Schematics is a plus.Skilled in pipe fitting, rigging, and use of mechanical tools, hand tools, and power tools.Skilled in machine shop to fabricate within specific tolerance is a plus.480v 3 phase knowledge required.Knowledge and practice of NFPA 70E preferred.Experience and knowledge of personal/process control computers, programmable logic controllers (PLC), and Networking devices a plus. Allen Bradley experiences is a plusAssume personal responsibility to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.Adhere to Quality work practices, follow all GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.Ensure regulatory compliance at all times.Perform other duties as assigned.#firstinpeople Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:EDUCATION:AA in related field, operations or applicable technical knowledge or degree/certification from trade school.EXPERIENCE:Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in industrial operations, plant operations, maintenance, utilities and/or related field.LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to communicate oral/written and possess interpersonal skills.Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in both one-on-one and small group situations.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:Ability to add, subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distances.REASONING ABILITY:Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to participate analytical, planning, problem-solving, and small project management skills.OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Specific skills and abilities required that are not included in other sections:Competent in using CMMS System (Preferably SAP).Ability to communicate effectively.Ability to work with minimal supervision.Ability to be flexible to shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment.Highly effective multi-tasker; resourceful with a “get-it-done, can-do” attitude, a self-starter.Assist in developing troubleshooting programs and job aids.Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with all team peers and customers.Maintain accurate records and data.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to endure daily excessive walking, standing, crouching, lifting, twisting, climbing, reaching.
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