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Des Moines Water Works

Lead Mechanic

Des Moines Water Works, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319

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Overview

WHY DMWW? Each employee plays a vital role at Des Moines Water Works. We want employees who are customer-centered and dedicated to our mission to provide Water You Can Trust for Life to 600,000 central Iowans. You are part of a team at DMWW that values environmental stewardship to protect our most natural resource – the water we depend upon for life – but also our company’s most valuable resource – our people. Your overall wellbeing is important to us. DMWW wants you to be safe at work and to live a healthy life. About the Position:

Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Fleet & Fabrication Services, this position oversees the daily operations of the Vehicle Maintenance Department. Responsibilities include assigning work, providing technical guidance to staff, and supporting the supervisor with departmental planning and coordination. Shift Information:

Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm

Responsibilities

Reviews work orders and assigns tasks related to vehicles, mobile equipment, and construction equipment to mechanics.

Assigns fabrication and machining work to the maintenance welder/fabricator.

Diagnoses, repairs, and performs general maintenance on small engines, vehicles, equipment, and hydraulic systems.

Performs welding and cutting of various metals.

Operates heavy equipment to transport malfunctioning equipment or assist with maintenance projects.

Conducts preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment.

Assists supervisors with scheduling work, preparing budgets, estimating costs and labor hours, and managing material usage and other administrative processes.

Monitors inventory of parts and supplies; reviews and approves part requests; makes recommendations for materials and supplies.

Reviews work in progress and completed work to ensure quality and timeliness.

Utilizes vehicle maintenance software, email, electronic calendars, and other computer programs.

Provides training to staff on proper and safe procedures.

Performs other duties of a similar nature as assigned.

Education

Two-year technical certificate in automotive/diesel technology, heavy-duty machinery mechanics, or a related field.

OR Five (5) years of directly related full-time work experience may substitute for the required education.

Experience

Two (2) years of full-time work experience in automotive and diesel mechanics, welding, machining, or fabrication (if applicant meets the education requirement above).

OR five (5) years of full-time work experience in the above areas (if substituting for education).

One (1) year of team leadership experience is also required.

Licenses, Certifications

Must possess a valid State of Iowa Class A commercial driver's license within 90 days of appointment.

This position requires Driver remain insurable under the Company’s coverage.

Age Must be at least 21 years of age to meet insurance eligibility requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Technical Knowledge:

Automotive systems, construction equipment, hydraulic systems, grounds maintenance equipment, small tool repair, metal fabrication practices, and auto body repair.

Skills: Maintenance and repair (proficient)

Welding and fabrication

Communication (proficient)

Computer use (basic)

Planning and organizing (basic)

Analytical and decision-making (basic)

Budgeting (basic understanding)

Leadership and Teamwork:

Team collaboration (proficient)

Leadership (proficient)

Human relations (proficient)

Other Abilities :

Ability to read, write, communicate, and understand English

Tools, Equipment, and Software Used

Frequently/Often :

Hand tools and power tools

Electrical equipment

Safety equipment

Shop equipment

Sometimes :

General office equipment

Ladders and scaffolding

Physical Requirements

Occasionally lift more than 50 pounds

Frequently lift up to 20 pounds

Frequent: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions

Working Conditions

Primarily indoor garage work

Occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions

Occasional exposure to petroleum products

Des Moines Water Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer: The selection process consists of an evaluation of education and experience, an interview, completion of selected assessments and completion of a criminal background check, which includes a sex offender registry check. The selected Des Moines Water Works candidate must also be able to pass a preemployment drug screen and physical.

E-Verify Process: Des Moines Water Works participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered a position with Des Moines Water Works must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documents as soon as possible after the job offer has been made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 515-283-8717.

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