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US IA Clive |
Plumbers and HVAC Installers |
Tradesmen International Inc. | $10.00 - $20.00/Hour | 7/28 |
| Details: Experienced HVAC Installers and PlumbersWe are looking for individuals with a minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial field for some upcoming projects.If you are a person that takes pride in your work, looking for a company thats honest, and committed to the safety in its employees then you should apply. We offer the following benefits to all of our field employees: Medical Dental Vision 401 K Short term Disability Tool Purchase Program | ||||
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US IA Ames |
Residential Driver – Truck Driver – CDL Driver |
Waste Management | $15.00/Hour | 7/26 |
| Details: Now hiring in Ames! When you work with an industry leader, you come to expect more. At Waste Management, we’re proud to offer the best pathways for you to achieve career satisfaction, as well as a total compensation package that lives up to your standards. Waste Management is a leading provider of comprehensive waste management solutions. It serves over 25 million residential and over 2 million commercial customers throughout Canada, the United States, and Puerto Rico, and has the sixth largest trucking fleet in the world. Residential Drivers are responsible for the collection and hand loading of residential waste, as well as the transporting of this waste by a front-load or rear-load truck to a landfill site.  They must constantly lift and push waste receptacles that weigh from 50 to 75 pounds as part of their rigorous daily routine. Often, these waste receptacles have no wheels or handles for maneuverability, and the driver must have the physical strength to adjust accordingly. | ||||
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US IA Waukee |
Food Service Satellite Supervisor |
Waukee Community School District | 7/26 | |
| Details: We have openings at Maple Grove Elementary, Waukee Elementary and South Middle School.Hours:  5:45 am - 2:15 pm (8 hrs)Job Duties:Assist in administering an effective and efficient nutrition service program for the satellite kitchen to which assigned. Responsibilities:  Assist with the preparation of food as needed and ensure correct quantities are prepared. Ensure quality food products. Check in all delivered food and/or equipment. Serve both breakfast and lunch.Assist with, and/or recommend, actions regarding personnel. Perform yearly performance reviews of employees to which assigned. Professionally interact with all personnel, students, building patrons, federal/state inspectors, vendors and delivery drivers. Make periodic inspection of food preparation to maintain quality control. Maintain daily production records and all applicable required forms for the department. Oversee inventory and maintain neatness, organization and rotation of stock. Report to the District Nutrition Supervisor of all relevant matters. Assist with training new employees and assign duties. Effectively supervise employees in assigned satellite kitchen. Assist with administering conditions of employment per board policies. Work cooperatively with the District Nutrition Supervisor in effectively managing the budget. Requisition supplies, materials, and equipment per established procedures; assist with maintaining an accurate inventory. Attend meetings and/or serve on committees as assigned. Help monitor time cards and check for accuracy. Work cooperatively with clubs/organizations in providing catering for special events. Work cooperatively with the day care in providing appropriate needs. Maintain professional growth through workshops, professional organizations, in-service programs and/or professional materials. Maintain compliance with state and local health regulations. Work with staff to maintain a safe working environment. | ||||
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US Nationwide |
Client Solutions Group Director / Nashville, TN |
Gannett Co., Inc. | 7/26 | |
| Details: This position is located in Nashville, Tennessee and relocation to that area would be required.The Gannett Client Solutions South Group seeks a Client Solutions Director who will be responsible for aggressive advertising share growth from high potential segment and individual business targets, by leading and providing sophisticated sales planning and problem solving assistance to current and potential top clients. This individual will work within and lead a specialized media agency-styled unit that delivers high customer value and return; sales and creative solutions utilizing the region’s and company’s multi-media product line; a strategic use of all capabilities that generates high customer results for both the client and the local media organization. The position reports to the Interstate Group President. Meet face-to-face and frequently with current and potential advertising clients to develop innovative ideas and marketing services capabilities. Work with management team and group president to lead, plan, present, sell, and execute sophisticated strategies. Lead group personnel in attainment of monthly, bi-annual, and annual incremental revenue growth goals as outlined in operational plan, and measurably impact advertising share with high opportunity clients. Manage and develop CSG staff. Leadership and motivation of staff and outside resources. Utilize information and resources from financial analysts, sales directors, market development/research and market information to pinpoint sales opportunities and target clients. Work closely with local key accounts sales manager and advertising director to select best prospects. Make follow-up, relationship-development calls as needed to get and track feedback, results, and re-evaluate risks or future needs. Collaborate with other regional directors to create cohesive best practices across the company.  Work closely with group president on regional priorities and goals. | ||||
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US IA Ames |
Cook * |
Mary Greeley Medical Center | 7/25 | |
| Details: Schedule: Â Regular Part-Time, 11:30am - 8:00pm and every other weekend Department: Â Dietetic Services Location: Â Ames Facilities Under general supervision, prepares and cooks hot foods for patients, employees, visitors, community outpatient services and special functions, working from established recipes and menu cycles.Position Responsibilities:Essential functions:Prepares hot food for patient meals, cafeteria, or special functions.Serves on patient tray line or acts as runner for patient or cafeteria meal service.Set up and serves in cafeteria or for special functions.Prepares homemade desserts, baked products, and soups for patients, cafeteria, Meals on Wheels, room service and special functions.Complies with sanitation/safety standards.Communicates with other employees and visitors.Cooperates inter/intra departmentally.Acts as a department resource for unit-specific core competencies.Assists in developing and implementing measurable strategies to improve patient satisfaction.Establishes, coordinates, and maintains effective relationships with other departments, medical staff and community.Responds promptly and effectively to concerns of patients, families, staff, and physicians and other customers.Maintains regular and reliable attendance.Performs other assigned duties. | ||||
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US IA Grimes |
Service Tech |
GOLDEN RULE P & H | 7/24 | |
| Details: Service Tech * Would you like the opportunity to make 80K a year Plus Benefits?* Are you tired of not being recognized for over achieving?* Looking for a career not just a dead end job?* If you got what it takes give me a call or email me. Mark Paup, President Golden Rule Plumbing Heating & Cooling 804 NE. Main Street Grimes, Iowa 50111 P: 515-986-4452 F: 515-986-4555 Source - Des Moines Register - Des Moines, IA | ||||
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US IA Grimes |
Footing / Wall Supervisor and Commerical Floor / Paving Supervis |
ALLIANCE CONSTRUCTION GROUP | 7/24 | |
| Details: Wanted: Experienced Commercial Foundation/Wall Supervisor and Commercial Floor/PCC Paving Supervisor for fast-growing, paving Contractor in DSM area. Applications accepted at 3100 SE Enterprise Dr Grimes, IA 50111 Source - Des Moines Register - Des Moines, IA | ||||
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US IA West Des Moines |
Applications Consultant / Systems Analyst |
FBL Financial Inc | 7/23 | |
| Details: Applications Consultant / Systems Analyst This Informatica developer/architect role will be responsible for designing, building, and testing Informatica ETL components to integrate new data into a data warehouse along with restructuring our current data to be more useful for our business partners.  This position will need to focus on delivering data to our users in a timely fashion and establishing a positive rapport between IT and our business partners. The ability to help set priorities that are in line with business goals while keeping in mind system maintenance. Will need the ability to interact with the business users to understand the application requirements and also work with other IT areas like DBA and Linux server teams. Keep abreast of current technologies and assist the business with process improvements. | ||||
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US IA Ankeny |
Lawncare Specialist DOT |
TruGreen | 7/23 | |
| Details: Location:  IA - Des Moines - 5755 City: Ankeny State: IA Functional Area:  Branch Services Branch Number:  5755 TRUGREEN TruGreen has become the world's largest lawn and landscape company serving more than 3.4 million residential and commercial customers across the U.S. with lawn care, tree and shrub landscaping services. Our company objectives are to Help people develop, excel with customers, Grow profitably and Honor God in all we do. Job Description Lawncare Specialist SUMMARY: Provides service to residential or commercial customers by making timely lawn/landscape applications, diagnosing and correcting lawn/landscaping problems through service calls and other customer communications, and selling/upselling services to new and/or existing customers, resulting in growth of the customer base. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential duties and responsibilities are listed below. Other duties may be assigned. Applies fertilizers and pesticides to lawns according to schedule, safety procedures, and label instructions. Drives company vehicle to commercial customer location. Responds on a timely basis to customer requests for telephone and in-person service calls. Completes required production forms and customer instructions. Assists in sales to current customers through contact on route and telemarketing. Measures the lawn of potential customers to provide them with an accurate cost of TruGreen’s lawncare service. Performs a daily three-minute, 360 degree inspection of truck and equipment before taking the vehicle out on the road and upon return. Completes production reports, new sales forms, customer invoice forms, daily vehicle inspection report, and cancel/skip notices as required daily. Maintains vehicle and equipment through cleanliness, safety, and general maintenance. Assists in maintaining cleanliness of facility. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with arms and hands, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. | ||||
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US IA Urbandale |
Administrative Assistant |
Iowa Poultry Association | 7/22 | |
| Details: We need an enthusiastic self-starter who wants to make an invaluable contribution to state trade association and commodity organization. We are a small staff so there is always more to do than bodies to do it. That makes it a lot of fun for the right person because you’ll be responsible for producing results! Our mission is to be the leading state poultry organization in the U.S. This requires a unique blend of skills and drive. If you have it, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: • General administrative support for the Executive Director and office staff. • Recruiting memberships from non-member contacts. • Assist with the development of the membership directory • Assist the Executive Director in board meeting management including the development and distribution of agendas, board books and minutes. • Development of correspondence, scheduling, database development and management, development/maintenance of office filing system. • Support of the National Poultry Improvement Plan, which requires forms management, meeting assistance and the ability to develop an understanding of the programs rules and importance to the poultry industry. • Answer phones/direct calls • Assist in event planning and administration as required • Assist in the production and distribution of membership publications • Mail handling/shipping duties • Assist with the proper distribution and receipt of invoices, etc. • Full participation of the office team effort. • Organizational skills are imperative for this position. | ||||
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US IA West Des Moines |
Homebuilder |
Hubbell Homes, L.C. | 7/22 | |
| Details: Duties and Responsibilities1. Manages the construction processes for single-family and multi-family homes in Hubbell Communities. Works to maintain the motto, “Clean Site, Done Right, On Time."2. Supervises the day-to-day construction labor on assigned job sites via company subcontractors. Under general direction, recruits trade base to complete labor on projects.3. Works with office staff to complete preconstruction review of home plans, estimate details, specifications and schedule for each home.4. Works with the director of warranty and customer service to ensure timely completion of warranty/service items and that all items are reported and tracked in warranty database. Responsible for the timely completion of preclosing walk-through items and assigned after-closing work/service orders.5. Works with home design systems, cost estimating systems, customer care, real estate sales managers, office staff, building inspectors, trade contractors, and homeowners on a daily basis. Attends and participates in production team meetings, real estate marketing meetings, and buyer meetings.6. Processes purchase agreement changes in a timely and efficient manner to ensure that nonbudgeted items and labor are invoiced correctly to each home under construction.7. Utilizes the formal schedule system through BMT scheduling module and maintains all job schedules to their “current" status using proper activity sequencing. Schedules subcontractors and material suppliers to maintain closing schedules.8. Communicates with employees, customers, subcontractors and real estate marketing personnel through all forms of communication (written, verbal and in person). 9. Responsible for training assistant superintendents through a formal training process.10. Maintains EPA and OSHA programs.11. At a minimum walks all homes under construction at least once daily.12. Walks completed inventory homes weekly to ensure cleanliness and to note maintenance to be performed.13. Required to approve trade partner work only when it has been completed.14. Required to request VPO’s to the authorized manager and to initiate said extra work only when proper authorization has taken place.15. Required to maintain a clean company vehicle that will be subject to weekly inspections by manager. Said vehicle is a company benefit and is to be maintained to ensure a positive public image. Individuals who do not properly maintain their vehicles will be subject to disciplinary action.16. Prepares for and attends weekly meetings with vice president of operations.17. When necessary, evening and weekend extended hours are a requirement in order to achieve company daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual goals. | ||||
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US IA West Des Moines |
Director of Warranty and Customer Service |
Hubbell Homes, LC | 7/22 | |
| Details: Position SummaryThe director of warranty and customer service provides leadership and direction to the customer care team in order to provide a world-class customer experience during the warranty period for all customers. This position adheres to the residential performance guideline booklet, holds trades accountable for substandard work, and implements a proactive communications approach with our customers.Duties and Responsibilities1. Accomplishes 90% customer satisfaction scores at time of move in, 45-day and 11-month surveys. Conducts 45-day and 11-month inspections by proactively setting up appointments to meet with customers. Conducts Wednesday night customer warranty orientation meetings.2. Communicates with each customer within 12 hours of receiving a call or email and documents all calls, emails, etc. Adheres to the residential performance guidelines booklet.3. Inspects customer concerns and issues as needed from review of requested work orders on customer service web portal and issues work orders/back charges as needed. Communicates with customers via customer service web portal, phone messages or emails. Acts as customer care warranty software power user, a resource person to the vice president of operations at the corporate office. 4. Provides measurable feedback of materials used and installation practices to ensure integrity of our homes for our buyers.5. Creates and maintains weekly reports.6. Provides weekly open order reports during each Monday morning staff meetings and as requested by manager as well as standardized written reports on status of warranty work orders. 7. Provides material and previous building practice feedback to the vice president of operations as a continuous feedback loop for improvement. 8. Provides training as required to trade partners/builders for full utilization of warranty software. 9. Provides training as required to trade partners on full utilization of warranty module.10. Meets with trade partners as needed to troubleshoot problems and solve customer issues. Attends monthly trade partner meeting and is prepared to address reoccurring quality and product issues.11. Coordinates with other departments on continuous improvement efforts.12. Maintains builders risk insurance spreadsheet and distributes as needed.13. Other duties as assigned. | ||||
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US IA Urbandale |
Systems Monitoring |
Berkley Technology Services | 7/22 | |
| Details: Overall Responsibility:Responsible for the implementation, configuration, and administration of monitoring systems as they relate to computer servers, networks, and applications.� Remain flexible in the approach to systems monitoring, understanding the performance and availability needs associated with both infrastructure and applications that are provided to external business units.Key Accountabilities:-�Automate and integrate monitoring technologies to provide proactive solutions that meet the requirements provided by BTS technical staff and the business units.�Perform Pre- and Post- production application performance analysis and impact to underlying infrastructure.�Design and build internal and customer facing views of the system, application performance and availability.�Maintain understanding and documentation of current monitoring configurations for infrastructure systems and application services.�Support architecture needs around application and systems monitoring and act as a liaison between the various technical and application groups.�Ensure that a comprehensive monitoring solution is in place, to increase the quality of BTS systems and applications, while maintaining monitoring consistency during growth and changes in the technical environment.� �Be proactive in searching for possible areas to provide better performance and availability monitoring solutions.�Less than 10% travel� | ||||
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US IA Fort Dodge |
Television Repair Technician (Fort Dodge, IA) |
Sears Roebuck and Co. | 7/20 | |
| Details: This position is responsible for the repair of products in the customer’s home. Products repaired include Televisions (LCD, CRT and plasma), Audio, Video, and a variety of other home electronics products and other home appliances. This position provides timely and quality repairs of customers’ products while maintaining high customer service. Additionally, technicians promote and sell additional products and services that directly impact the profitability of the company. We provide a service van, specialized tools, uniforms, laptop computer, cell telephone, and periodic training.Sign-On Bonus of up to $1500 for experienced techs! | ||||
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US IA Guthrie Center |
Package Handler |
UPS | 7/20 | |
| Details: Package Handlers Summary / Responsibilities - Package Handlers : UPS is hiring individuals to work as part-time Package Handlers. This is a physical, fast-paced position that involves continual lifting, lowering and sliding packages that typically weigh 25 - 35 lbs. and may weigh up to 70 lbs. Part-time employees usually work 3 1/2 - 4 hours each weekday (Monday through Friday) and typically do not work on weekends or selected holidays. Please note that these opportunities are part-time only working approximately 17 1/2 – 20 hours per week. | ||||
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US IA West Des Moines |
Loan Document Specialist III |
Accountemps | $17.00 - $21.00/Hour | 7/19 |
| Details: Classification: Temporary-to-full-timeCompensation: $17.00 to $21.00 per hourImmediate openings for Loan Document Specialists III with a premier employer in West Des Moines! Daily job functions for the Loan Document Specialists III will be processing loans, analyzing policies, ordering all required documents and follow-up information, and managing a pipeline of loans. Additional duties for the Loan Document Specialist III may include ensuring compliance with company procedures and providing guidance to other team members. Loan Document Specialist III will need to have excellent customer service skills and be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. To apply for this position, please contact Kelsey Kuebler at (515)226-1700 or visit www.accountemps.com today!All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Accountemps is the world's leader in specialized temporary financial staffing. We provide exciting temporary, temporary-to-hire and project opportunities in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance and many more. Through our parent company, Robert Half, we've been matching highly skilled finance and accounting professionals with clients since 1948. Our relationships with top companies in more than 360 locations worldwide ensure you enjoy competitive pay, challenging careers and assignments with excellent opportunities for full-time employment. Don't just take our word for it. In 2010 FORTUNE® magazine again ranked us #1 in our industry on the list of "World's Most Admired Companies" (FORTUNE, March 22, 2010). Nine out of 10 of our clients and candidates would recommend our service to a colleague. Apply now or contact your local Accountemps office at 1.800.803.8367 or visit accountemps.com to find out more about this job and other job opportunities. Accountemps is an Equal Opportunity Employer. | ||||
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US IA Urbandale |
Senior Buyer |
Actuant | 7/19 | |
| Details: Position Type:  Full-Time/RegularJob Description:  Actuant Corporation is a $1.2B diversified industrial company with operations in more than 30 countries. The Actuant businesses are market leaders in branded hydraulic and electrical tools & supplies, umbilical, rope and cable solutions, as well as highly engineered position motion control systems. Actuant business operations are divided into four segments focused on the niche markets we serve: Industrial, Energy, Electrical and Engineered Solutions. Actuant trades on the NYSE under the symbol ATU. Our Gits Manufacturing business is adding a Senior Buyer to their team at their new Product Innovation Center in Urbandale, IA (West DSM). This role will report to the Global Sourcing Leader with responsibilities to monitor key performance metrics (such as PPV, Supplier Performance, MRP Action Messages, etc.), manage the Asian supply base and be involved with special projects. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Identifies and develops suppliers. Negotiates, writes contracts, completes value analysis of suppliers. Find ways to help Suppliers give the company better costs. Works with Suppliers to increase the quality of their products. Work to improve supplier delivery schedules and delivery frequency (KanBan, JIT Consignment). Takes appropriate action towards attainment of goals and objectives, working as a partner and contributor to the other business functions within the company. Understand manufacturing cost drivers and perform total cost analysis. Strong demonstrated outsourcing experience with successful cost reduction while meeting all quality and delivery requirements.  Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of plant manufacturing processes, material and production control, material specifications, kaizen, Kanban, MRP II, international buying and vendor certification required. Experience in establishing and developing suppliers to meet the purchasing requirements of Demand Flow manufacturing. Resourcefulness and initiative to make decisions and take actions, which will avoid material shortages or losses, keeping abreast of market trends, alternative processes, new technologies, costs and other similar factors necessary. APICS or NAPM certification. Proficiency in ERP systems applications. ECN, APQP, or other product development team experience. Minimum of 5 years of experience in the purchasing of manufactured materials and mechanical equipment required.  If you’re looking for a unique, exciting career with variety and potential for growth, Actuant offers challenges & extraordinary rewards for people on a global scale. Choose opportunity – choose Actuant!  Actuant is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance. Actuant will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. | ||||
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US IA Ames |
Supply Chain Manager |
Hach Company | 7/19 | |
| Details: Position SummaryProvide leadership, direction and hands on involvement while managing personnel and processes involved in areas responsibility. The Manager Supply Chain Operations is responsible for driving the continuous improvement of our processes and systems in support of strategic and policy deployment objectives. The Manager Operations is responsible for production capacity planning, capital project justification, risk analysis, and new product/process definition with R&D.Responsibilities Negotiate, Auction or develop both-win relationships and establish supply agreements with global suppliers for QDC improvements Lead Materials / Procurement team to maximize the effectiveness of Kanban systems Responsible for managing daily issues in their Areas Drive process improvements to achieve PD goals for safety, quality, delivery and cost Provide input and recommendations for the identification and selection of improvement projects Participate in, facilitate, and/or train kaizen or improvement project teams Responsible for establishing and meeting project quality, delivery, and cost objectives Develop and implement effective means of communicating safety, quality, delivery and cost related metrics to Teams Interface effectively with other Managers to achieve overall goals using shared resources Complete performance and development reviews for direct report associates Work with Design and Implementation teams on manufacturability, capability, reliability reviews Manage labor availability to complete work load and work to enhance cross-training for increased labor flexibility Assist in data collection and analysis for new business opportunities Monitor departmental budgets and assist in defining annual operating and capital budgets. Has budgetary approval responsibility. Maintain and support the Hach ISO9001-based quality system Assist in achieving Policy Deployment and Strategic Plan objectives and participate in monthly PD reviews. Perform benchmarking studies as required Drive “best practices" in all areas of responsibility Assist in the development of the strategic plan in support of area Create Level 4 PD objectives and use them to support Level 3 objectives May assist R&D in developing new products and defining manufacturing opportunities. Define manufacturing requirements for suppliers Support key account and other special customer requests Mentor Area Managers and production associates  This position has a broader span of control than the Area Manager position.           Other Non essential Functions:  Any other assigned responsibilities. | ||||
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US IA Dallas Center |
Research Associate |
Pioneer Hi-Bred International | 7/19 | |
| Details: Functional Unit: Â Research - NA Maize Product Development Hiring Manager Title: Â Research Scientist Job Description: Â This position provides day-to-day support for a variety of maize research activities at the Dallas Center Research facility. The position will play a key role in developing superior inbreds and hybrids primarily for 105-115 CRM, by supporting all phases of experiment planning, data collection, data quality and analysis, seed filling, and field activities including planting, pollinating and harvest. The position will also assist with identification of high quality field sites for research plot testing. Duties/Responsibilities: Â Conducts experiments, to completion, according to specific procedures, exercising independent judgment and discretion as appropriate. This includes, but not limited to, the knowledge of general agronomic practices, herbicide application and evaluation procedures, crop scouting, implementation of new technologies, computer skills and experimental design and analysis. Use Pioneer proprietary software for initiation, mapping, tracking and analysis of experiments and communicate data and information as appropriate to all managers of regulated experiments. Integrate multiple priorities and work activities to successfully meet departmental and seasonal deadlines.Must work effectively as a team member with many other staff members at a multi-project research center to ensure that company goals and deadlines are met. Organizes, supervises and trains temporary employees ensuring that priorities are set and that work is performed safely, accurately and efficiently. Operates research equipment (planters, sprayers, combines, trucks, trailers). Assist Scientist and SRA in reviewing and selecting fields to conduct research plots.Develop and establish proficiency with new technology and computer programs related to the breeding program.Support all other research activities at the Research Center as appropriate.Continuous evaluation testing sites throughout season to assure cultural practices are appropriate to produce excellent research data, including fertility, weed pressure and control that could impact data quality.Evaluation of data collection needs and expectations, determine labor needs to meet those expectations and coordinate with Research Center supervisor to obtain the needed labor.Identify and adapt technical improvements in research procedures for experimental trials and other research activities that allow for maximum utilization of personnel and financial resources. Contribute to evaluation and improvement of research testing at the Research Center. Educational Qualifications Desired: Â Bachelors degree in agriculture or related field and minimum of 2 to 4 years of industry related experience, or equivalent level of relevant education and experience. Competencies and Experience Desired: Â Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as math and computer skills. Broad theoretical grounding and understanding in specialized or technical areas (i.e. chemistry, biology, engineering). May be required to do physical lifting and work in varying ergonomic environments.Self-motivation and ability to initiate projects, improvements, decisions and problem solving.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Supervisory and leadership skills to effectively coordinate complex research center operations.Agronomic expertise to include herbicide knowledge and application, tillage practices, crop scouting, problem identification and solving.Competency with standard Microsoft Office programs, along with handheld PC experience, and capacity to learn new software. | ||||
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US IA Carroll |
Department Manager - Carroll |
Pella Corporation | 7/17 | |
| Details: Concept:              Department Manager - CarrollPella CorporationDepartment Manager – 2nd Shift Heritage Division, Carroll, IALaunch your successful professional career at Pella Corporation as a 2nd Production Supervisor on our manufacturing team, with 1st shift advancement opportunities. This challenging position offers the right candidate the responsibility to lead and motivate 30 to 40 employees, knowing that your actions and decisions directly impact Pella’s bottom line.Department Manager Responsibilities:oDirectly manage 30 – 40 hourly employeeso2nd shift, 8-10 hr shifts, paid overtimeoResponsible for your department’s safety, quality, and productivityoMaintain budget for labor efficiencies in departmentoChampion continuous improvement in the department (Kaizen, Lean Mfg)oReward and discipline employeesoInterview, hire, and train employees | ||||
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US IA Ames |
ROOM ATTENDANT - Ames |
Pyramid Hospitality & Development | $7.00 - $9.00/Hour | 7/16 |
| Details: WE ARE HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING OPPORTUNITY:ROOM ATTENDANT:Will meet or exceed all relevant performances standards which include quality of work, productivity, technical knowledge, communication, teamwork and standards of conduct. Able to perform other duties that will better the department or hotel. Able to stock housekeeping carts with appropriate supplies for the shift. Cleans entire bedroom area according to established procedures. Cleans entire bathroom area according to established procedures. Replenishes all guest room supplies according to established procedures. Reports all repairs needed in guestrooms to the Executive Housekeeper. Brings all left items from vacant/checked out rooms to the Housekeeping Office. Reports the status of the rooms as they are completed to the Executive Housekeeper. Returns equipment and supplies to the proper storage areas. Follows proper safety, security and hospitality procedures.Performs other related duties as requested by the Executive Housekeeper or General Manager to better the department or hotel. | ||||
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US IA Ames |
Inventory Associate |
SOS Staffing | 7/16 | |
| Details: A great company with a fast-paced facility in Ames is looking for people that have a great attitude and excellent work ethic! The Inventory Associate is responsible for: Providing customer serviceIdentifying customer needsMaintaining inventory accuracy for the facilityStocking/Receiving Job Requirements: High school diploma or GEDGreat customer service skillsWilling and able to follow direction and company policiesAble to handle many interruptions during the dayAble to maintain a friendly demeanor and good attitudePhysically able to lift up to 30 lbs as well as reaching overhead and below the knees, includes bending, twisting, pulling and stoopingMUST be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen Shift Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm3:00 pm to 12:00 am10:00 pm to 7:00 am This is a temporary position. Pay DOE. To apply, please complete an online application at www.sosstaffing.com or send your resume to | ||||
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US IA Urbandale |
Urbandale Iowa Talent Pool |
AlliedBarton Security Services | 7/16 | |
| Details: AlliedBarton Security Services is the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel to many industries including commercial real estate, higher education, healthcare, residential communities, chemical/petrochemical, government, manufacturing and distribution, financial institutions, and shopping centers. Our more than 50,000 employees and 100 offices across the country service a client base of several thousand which includes approximately 200 Fortune 500 companies nationwide. AlliedBarton is headquartered in Conshohocken, PA, and has been American owned and managed since 1957.  As the first security services company selected as one of Training magazine's Top 125 training companies for five consecutive years, AlliedBarton offers on-the-job, web-based, and ongoing training programs for all personnel from security officers through executive level management. Our commitment to training includes industry specific programs that are customized for the security challenges in several of the markets we serve. AlliedBarton's focus on Human Capital Management moves employee growth and satisfaction to the forefront of all company initiatives. By utilizing employee retention programs and promotions from within, AlliedBarton is able to foster a culture of quality security officers and continuous customer satisfaction. AlliedBarton security officers adhere to quality standards designed to provide unparalleled service. Our security officers are proactive, responsive and ready to meet your needs. Security Officer Basic Qualifications:* Must be at least 18 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements.* Must have a high school diploma or GED, or at least 10 years of verifiable employment history.* At least one verifiable employer.* No criminal convictions as specified under AlliedBarton guidelines.* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the English language for the purpose of public interaction and report writing.* Authorized to work in the United States.* Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.* Negative result on pre-employment drug screen.* Successful completion of AlliedBarton's Security Officer Basic Course exam.* Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality standard.* Neat and professional appearance.* Friendly and professional demeanor.* Ability to provide quality customer service.* Ability to handle typical and crisis situations efficiently and effectively at client site. | ||||
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US IA Perry |
Maintenance Repair |
Dallas County Hospital | 7/16 | |
| Details: This position is located at Dallas County Hospital in Perry, IA 30 miles northwest of Des Moines. Full-time temporary position: approx one year Performs minor repairs on electrical, plumbing and HVAC equipment. Conducts preventative maintenance, general maintenance, fire drills, and assists with snow removal. | ||||
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US IA Des Moines |
Installer - Patio Rooms |
Champion Window | 7/16 | |
| Details: We are growing and so can YOU! Champion Windows is the nation's largest home improvement company, and has been in business for over 50 years. We have exclusive products including Replacement Windows, Patio Rooms, Entry Doors, and Vinyl Siding with windows, rooms and doors being manufactured in Champion’s own factories. Champion is recognized as an industry leader. Champion Windows has an immediate openings in our Patio Room Department for: Lead InstallerIf you have an eye for detail and experience in: Patio room Trim carpentry Construction background Decking FramingIf are looking for an opportunity to grow with a company that offers steady work, this is for you. Champion offers a complete training program, with benefits. | ||||
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US Nationwide |
Construction & Building Opportunities |
U.S. Navy | 7/15 | |
| Details: Surveying land, erecting structures and performing finish work. Operating heavy equipment, repairing machinery and installing mechanical systems. Proudly living up to the bold motto, "We build. We fight." The Seabees of the Navy Reserve Construction Battalion put their trade skills to work, supporting Navy construction needs at home and abroad. Job Description Amazing efficiency, teamwork and reliability, combined with an ability to build almost anything anywhere, make the legendary Seabees an essential part of the Navy. A passion for creating, as well as an ability to solve problems quickly, may make this career field the one for you.What Will You Do? Each year, the Navy completes hundreds of construction, renovation, maintenance and building projects all over the world. You may find yourself surveying a critical airstrip location or conducting tests on soil samples for an amphibious landing zone. Or you may piece together satellite images to form large-image maps of a foreign town destroyed by an earthquake or a typhoon, providing important information for rescue and rebuilding efforts. The duties found in this field are of the utmost importance to the Navy and call for detail-oriented, resourceful and creative personnel. As a member of this field, you may be called on to: Prepare technical illustrations and graphs Assist construction engineers in developing final construction plans Conduct land surveys and prepare maps, sketches, drawings and blueprints Operate heavy equipment such as trucks, bulldozers, backhoes, forklifts, cranes and asphalt equipment Perform interior finish work, such as installing drywall, paneling, ceramic tile, ceiling and floor tile, millwork and trim Lay out plumbing for a new barracks Interpret blueprints Install, operate or repair heating or air-conditioning systems Handle welding or repair equipment Operate power production and electrical distribution systems Install wiring or electrical equipment Adjust ignition, fuel, electrical or hydraulic steering systems Skills and Training The building and construction field is your chance to learn from the best while working with the most advanced heavy equipment and specialized tools available. Your training is a combination of classroom and field training.Skills you learn transfer easily to jobs in the civilian sector. Those jobs may include: Civil Engineer Carpenter Electrician Plumber Hydroelectric Machinery Mechanic Diesel Mechanic Automobile Mechanic Construction Operating Engineer Architectural Drafter Illustrator Electric Motor Repairman Sheet Metal Worker Refrigeration Mechanic | ||||
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US IA Fort Dodge |
Semi Drivers |
OBERG FREIGHT CO | 7/15 | |
| Details: Semi Drivers You will be home each and every weekend. Two weeks paid vacation after the first year. Have Blue Cross Insurance and 401(k). Good steady freight. Must have 2 years verifiable experience. Contact: Oberg Freight Co. Fort Dodge, IA 888-739-5220 ext. 2 obergfreight.com Ask about our sign on bonus! Source - Des Moines Register - Des Moines, IA | ||||
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US Nationwide |
JAG Corps Attorney / Lawyer |
U.S. Army | 7/14 | |
| Details: There’s strong, and then there’s Army Strong.Being Army Strong is about much more than being physically fit. It is mental and emotional strength. It is the confidence to lead. It is the courage to stand up for your beliefs. It is the compassion to help others. It is the desire for lifelong learning. It is making a difference for yourself, your family, your community and our nation. Are you Army Strong? JAG Corps Attorney (27A) Officer Active Army Army Reserve The Army Judge Advocate General's Corps is the Army's Law department. The JAG Corps consists of attorneys, legal assistants and judges. As an Officer in the JAG Corps and a practicing attorney or judge, your responsibilities will cover a wide-range of practices that includes military law and criminal prosecution to international law and legal assistance-both in the U.S. and abroad. You may also specialize in one of these areas as a JAG Attorney; Criminal Law, Legal Assistance, Civil Litigation, Administrative Law, Labor Law, International Law, Operational Law, Teaching, Medical Law, and Contract Law. The responsibilities of an Army JAG Attorney varies from: Managing and assigning branch Officers Supervising training of personnel in legal functions Developing and executing services in many law fields Supplying legal advice and services to Soldiers on Active Duty and in the Army Reserve Representing Soldiers at court trials Performing other defense-related duties There are also other legal professions, such as Paralegal Specialists, available through the U.S. Army. Requirements To be an Officer in the Army Judge Advocate General's Corps you must have a law degree from an ABA-approved law school and have been admitted to the bar of either a federal court or the highest court of any state in the United States or the District of Columbia. Training Most legal firms offer some type of orientation program. The U.S. Army JAG Corps is no different. New judge advocates report to Fort Lee, Virginia, for a twelve-day military orientation course, which is known as the Fort Lee phase of the Judge Advocate Officer Basic Course (JAOBC). The course allows time for establishing personnel and finance records, purchasing uniforms, and receiving instruction in several basic areas of military life. The military orientation course is followed by a ten-week academic course at the JAG School in Charlottesville, VA. During this phase, you receive instruction on the organization, function, and mission of the U.S. Army JAG Corps, and an overview of the practice of law in the U.S. Army, including military criminal law, government contract and fiscal law, legal assistance, claims, administrative law, and international and operational law. The training continues with four weeks of the Direct Commissioned Officer Course (DCO) and ends with six weeks of officer leadership and Soldier skills training at Basic Officer Leadership Course (BOLC). You will go to one of two locations for DCO and BOLC: Fort Benning, GA or Fort Sill, OK. The DCO will prepare judge advocates for success at BOLC by orienting to and focusing on basic officer and Soldier skills. You will leave BOLC as a more competent leader. | ||||
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