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Temporary - Facilities Maintenance Assistant

State of Iowa

State of Iowa - See Job Description, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 Jul 2026

💰 $39,520/yr

About the role

Posting number: 27-00234

Department: 645 Iowa Department of Transportation

Job classification: Temporary Worker - Service Maintenance

Posting type: Open

Categories: Transportation

Summary

Looking for a hands-on job where you can make a real impact? The Iowa Department of Transportation is hiring temporary full-time Facilities Maintenance Assistants to help keep Iowa’s rest areas, welcome centers, weigh stations, and parking sites safe, clean, and running smoothly.

Location: Western side of Iowa
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

What you’ll do:

Support daily operations and upkeep of multiple public-use facilities.
Assist with basic repairs and preventative maintenance.
Restock supplies and organize equipment.
Check on janitorial and lawn care contractors to ensure work meets standards.
Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

What you need:

A valid Iowa driver’s license.
General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and masonry.
Ability to work independently and travel between sites as needed.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to learn safety, sanitation, and compliance procedures.
Basic computer skills for administrative tasks.

If you're reliable, hands-on, and ready to help keep Iowa’s facilities running smoothly, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

No specific education required
General knowledge in any the recognized building and mechanical trades (carpentry, electrical, heating and air conditioning, machinist, machine repair, masonry, painting, pipefitting, plumbing, refrigeration, and welding) is required