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Dangerous Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Sort, open and inspect incoming daily mail according to LAC protocols to ensure the mail is free of dangerous and or hazardous materials. g. Deliver inbound mail to various stakeholders while ...

Sort, open and inspect incoming daily mail according to LAC protocols to ensure the mail is free of dangerous and or hazardous materials. g. Deliver inbound mail to various stakeholders while ...

Sort, open and inspect incoming daily mail according to LAC protocols to ensure the mail is free of dangerous and or hazardous materials. g. Deliver inbound mail to various stakeholders while ...

Corrections Officer

Davenport, IA · On-site

$54K - $77K/yr

Responds and diffuses emergency and dangerous situations to include fights, suicide attempts, and assaults; applies force as needed to prevent inmates from harming themselves, other inmates, or staff ...

Responds and diffuses emergency and dangerous situations to include fights, suicide attempts, and assaults; applies force as needed to prevent inmates from harming themselves, other inmates, or staff ...

Inventory Control / Material Flow

Davenport, IA · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Position Summary Davenport Works is seeking a highly motivated Hazardous Materials Coordinator to oversee and support the facility's Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Materials (DG/HM) transportation ...

Conduct inspections and enforcement of Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes, Dangerous and Abandoned Building Code, and other development-related codes and ordinances. * Check ...

Conduct inspections and enforcement of Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes, Dangerous and Abandoned Building Code, and other development-related codes and ordinances. * Check ...

Lifeguard

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Ensures swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities * Keeps the pool area clean and orderly to ensure the safety of the Members Position Requirements * Working towards a ...

Lifeguard

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Ensures swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities * Keeps the pool area clean and orderly to ensure the safety of the Members Position Requirements * Working towards a ...

Ability to recognize dangerous and potentially dangerous environments involving hostile patients or other individuals * Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co ...

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Lifeguard

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Ensures swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities * Keeps the pool area clean and orderly to ensure the safety of the Members Position Requirements * Working towards a ...

Ensures swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities * Keeps the pool area clean and orderly to ensure the safety of the Members Position Requirements * Working towards a ...

Lifeguard

Des Moines, IA

$14 - $17.75/hr

Ensures swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities * Keeps the pool area clean and orderly to ensure the safety of the Members Position Requirements * Working towards a ...

Aquatics Lifeguard

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Ensures swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities * Keeps the pool area clean and orderly to ensure the safety of the Members Position Requirements * Working towards a ...

Ensures swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities * Keeps the pool area clean and orderly to ensure the safety of the Members Position Requirements * Working towards a ...

Lifeguard

Des Moines, IA

$14 - $17.75/hr

Ensures swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities * Keeps the pool area clean and orderly to ensure the safety of the Members Position Requirements * Working towards a ...

Lifeguard

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Ensures swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities * Keeps the pool area clean and orderly to ensure the safety of the Members Position Requirements * Working towards a ...

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Dangerous information

What is a dangerous job?

A dangerous job is a profession that involves a high risk of injury, illness, or fatality due to hazardous working conditions. These jobs often require working with heavy machinery, hazardous materials, extreme temperatures, or in high-risk environments such as construction sites, mines, and offshore oil rigs. Workers in dangerous jobs typically follow strict safety protocols and use protective equipment to reduce risks. Despite the dangers, these roles are essential for industries such as construction, emergency services, and manufacturing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Dangerous Goods Handler, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dangerous Goods Handler, you need a strong understanding of hazardous material regulations, safe handling procedures, and typically a certification such as a Dangerous Goods Transportation certificate. Familiarity with labeling systems, safety data sheets (SDS), and specialized packaging or tracking systems is essential. Attention to detail, situational awareness, and strong communication skills are crucial for ensuring safety and compliance. These skills and qualifications are vital to prevent accidents, protect personnel, and ensure legal compliance when dealing with hazardous materials.

What is the difference between Dangerous vs Hazardous Material Handler?

AspectDangerousHazardous Material Handler
Required CertificationsOSHA training, safety certificationsHazardous waste operations, OSHA HAZWOPER certification
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial zones, transportationStorage facilities, waste disposal sites, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageGeneral safety, emergency responseHandling, storing, disposing of hazardous materials

While both roles involve safety and risk management, Dangerous workers may operate in various environments with general safety concerns, whereas Hazardous Material Handlers specifically focus on managing hazardous substances, requiring specialized certifications and training.

What are the most commonly searched types of Dangerous jobs in Iowa? The most popular types of Dangerous jobs in Iowa are:
What are popular job titles related to Dangerous jobs in Iowa? For Dangerous jobs in Iowa, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What job categories do people searching Dangerous jobs in Iowa look for? The top searched job categories for Dangerous jobs in Iowa are:
What cities in Iowa are hiring for Dangerous jobs? Cities in Iowa with the most Dangerous job openings:
Infographic showing various Dangerous job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 12% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Logistics Specialist

Wellmark, Inc.

Des Moines, IA • On-site

$12/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Company Description
Why Wellmark: We are a mutual insurance company owned by our policy holders across Iowa and South Dakota, and we've built our reputation on over 80 years' worth of trust. We are not motivated by profits. We are motivated by the well-being of our friends, family, and neighbors-our members. If you're passionate about joining an organization working hard to put its members first, to provide best-in-class service, and one that is committed to sustainability and innovation, consider applying today!
Learn more about our unique benefit offerings here.
Job Description
About the opportunity:
As a Logistics Specialist, you will perform a variety of logistics, mail center, shipping, receiving, inventory management, and distribution functions within the Logistics Assistance Center (LAC). You will be responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely, and efficient processing of inbound and outbound mail, packages, freight shipments, customer fulfillment requests, and inventory activities while meeting established service level expectations.
In addition, you will operate and maintain corporate vehicles or necessary equipment required for delivery. You will prepare and process outgoing packages according to LAC procedures. You will utilize your understanding of postal regulations and shipping knowledge to process and complete customer requests in a prompt, efficient, and courteous manner, and prepare and process outgoing mail according to postal regulations. You will also process incoming Return Mail into Online tracking tool and sort inbound mail for Service Center distribution. Lastly, you will operate and maintain Quadient DS1200s and SMART postal accounting software.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications - Must have:
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Minimum of 1 year of related logistics work experience.
  • Mail Design Professional certification.
  • Ability to sort alphabetically and numerically, enter and validate data quickly and accurately, meet deadlines with minimal supervision, and re-prioritize work as needed while ensuring careful attention to detail.
  • Must have or be able to attain knowledge regarding postal regulations and logistics systems UPS, USPS, and other systems and shipping methods.
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving and effective verbal/written communication skills in a team environment.
  • Experience with Microsoft Windows and SharePoint.
  • Experience with package tracking software and handheld devices.
  • This is a non-office role. Need to have the ability to push/pull light objects weighing up to 25 lbs. or requiring up to 25 lbs. of force (mail cart, manual pallet jack); ability to push/pull carts containing up to 70 lbs. Role also has an essential function of lifting or carrying up to 50lbs., climbing stairs, ladders or similar equipment, and handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment/materials/or moving objects.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
  • Availability to work overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications - Great to have:
  • Experience with Hasler HJ960 Ink-jet sprayer, PS100 or DS200 inserters, and IM5000 or WJ250 postage meters.
  • Experience with SqBx (Ubiquia) package tracking software.
  • Experience with UPS WorldShip and Campus Ship software.

Additional Information
What you will do:
a. Receive, record, and distribute internal accountable mail, packages and external shipments using package tracking software.
b. Complete interoffice pickups as requested by stakeholder using package tracking software. These include interoffice pickups, ship requests and Wellmark Courier requests.
c. Gather, sort, and deliver morning newspaper by the agreed service levels.
d. Successfully fulfill and deliver internal stakeholder requests for material used in office settings for items like paper, letterhead, and desktop ergonomic supplies.
e. Delivery of stocked paper items to Service Centers as needed to ensure an uninterrupted supply.
f. Sort, open and inspect incoming daily mail according to LAC protocols to ensure the mail is free of dangerous and or hazardous materials.
g. Deliver inbound mail to various stakeholders while adhering to agreed service level expectations.
h. Receive, inspect, and deliver packages, mail, and freight shipments according to LAC documented procedures to ensure all content is free of dangerous and or hazardous materials.
i. Support Dock Operations with purchase order receiving functions, such as identifying packages that require special processing and serving a back-up to the Dock Coordinator, as necessary.
j. Complete internal mailing requests according to USPS postal regulations and internal procedures to ensure accurate and timely delivery to vendors to meet stakeholder service level agreements.
k. Support the return mail process by processing return mail as time and workload allows following LAC documented procedures.
l. Responsible for operating and maintaining equipment, according to OSHA applicable guidelines.
m. Responsible for operating and maintaining corporate vehicles in accordance with local, state, federal laws and adhering to Wellmark policies while ensuring a professional demeanor.
n. Use a corporate credit card to purchase fuel for LAC corporate vehicles and other department needs as directed.
o. Perform scheduled daily van runs according to LAC documented procedures.
p. Perform courier service when needed to meet timing and requirements of requestor.
q. Complete internal interoffice mail processes including sorting of and delivery/pickup of internal correspondence to ensure accurate delivery to stakeholders.
r. Enter inbound return mail into departmental web tracking tool, based on numerous departmental standards for recordkeeping.
s. Set up, adjust, maintain, and operate all mailing, insertion, and ink-jet spraying equipment.
t. Other duties as assigned.
Office-based: The nature of the job duties for this position will require you to be in the office 100% of the time. Your presence in-office is critical to effectively perform the responsibilities of the role. Occasional remote work may be permitted based on workload and/or other ad-hoc situations that support it, with manager approval.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The policy of Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield is to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact us at careers@wellmark.com
Please inform us if you meet the definition of a "Covered DoD official".
At this time, Wellmark is not considering applicants for this position that require any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please refer to the following resources:Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants
Wellmark supports and expects the responsible use of AI for our workforce! We welcome the responsible use of these tools by job seekers as well and are interested in learning from you; you will have an opportunity in the application process to share which tools you used and how you applied them.