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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Powerhouse Engineer 3

Cherokee - 51012 - Cherokee County, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$49K/yr - $63K/yr

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a full-time Powerhouse Engineer 3 to join the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute. The role involves diagnosing equipment malfunctions, making repairs to power plant equipment, and maintaining boilers, as well as operating generators during utility losses and assisting with grounds maintenance.

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Responsibilities

Diagnoses problems relating to equipment malfunctions

Makes mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs to power plant equipment and auxiliary systems

Operates and maintains boilers that support the Cherokee campus

Responsible for operating generators for the Institute’s electrical power in the event of loss of utilities

Helps with grounds maintenance including snow removal

Qualification

Steam generating boilersHVAC systemsElectrical power generationMechanical repairsPlumbing repairsGrounds maintenanceSnow removalProblem diagnosis

Required

Experience equal to three years of full-time work in the operation, maintenance and repair of steam generating boilers, centralized air-conditioning or electrical power generating equipment and auxiliary systems

An equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting 30 semester hours of accredited coursework from a military school or recognized trade or vocational school in power plant engineering principles including the operation, maintenance and repair of steam boilers for each year of the required experience to a maximum substitution of one year

Employees with current continuous experience in the state Executive Branch that includes experience equal to one year of full-time experience as a Power Plant Engineer 2

Certain employees in this class may be required to obtain a Fire Sprinkler Installer and Maintenance License in accordance with Chapter 100D, Iowa Code

Designated positions in this job class require applicants to obtain the required certification, license and endorsements within a period of time as determined by the appointing authority at the time of hire

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!

Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation(96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).

Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).

Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.

Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.

Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.

Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.

Professional Development: Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.