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Satellite Services, Inc. Instrument Controls Technician (HVAC) in Des Moines, Iowa
35.00 per hour | Neal Smith Federal Building, Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA, USA | Hourly | Full Time
The Instrument Mechanic installs, repairs, maintains, and adjusts indicating, recording, telemetering, and controlling instruments used to measure and control variables, such as pressure, flow, temperature, motion, force, and chemical composition, using hand tools and precision instruments. This worker disassembles malfunctioning instruments, examines and tests mechanisms and circuitry for defects; troubleshoots equipment in or out of control system and replaces or repairs defective parts, reassembles instrument and tests assembly for conformance with specifications, using instruments, such as potentiometer, resistance bridge, manometer, and pressure gauge; inspects instruments periodically, and makes minor calibration adjustments to insure functioning within specified standards. This mechanic may adjust and repair final control mechanisms, such as automatically controlled valves or positioners, and may calibrate instruments according to established standards. All duties must be performed within the specified safety regulations of the company and the position. May perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
The position may require lifting up to 75 pounds, walking, and standing for extended periods of time, bending, pushing, pulling, some climbing and balancing may be needed. Significant hand and finger dexterity required. Environment, while generally hazard free, may include some exposure to dust and varying temperatures.
Required Job Qualifications:
HS Diploma or Equivalent
Security Clearance (or ability to obtain upon hire)
Three to five years in HVAC equipment and controls maintenance and repair in an industrial/commercial/data center environment
Backflow Prevention Certification required
Universal EPA Certification required
Desired Job Qualifications:
Three to five years in HVAC and instrument control maintenance and repair in an industrial setting is preferred
Necessary Licenses or Certifications:
- Universal HVAC certification is required
Work Schedule:
Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Position may include some shift work and Saturdays and Sundays
Satellite Services Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are also committed to utilizing recruitment efforts towards and to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
EOE/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability