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Lakeside Hotel Casino

Slot Technician

Osceola, IA · On-site

Participate in the programming or repair of progressive gaming and other electronic displays. * Display a positive attitude towards guests and co-workers. * Comply with company and department ...

Lakeside Hotel Casino

Slot Technician

Osceola, IA · On-site

Participate in the programming or repair of progressive gaming and other electronic displays. * Display a positive attitude towards guests and co-workers. * Comply with company and department ...

WesTech Engineering

Student Drafter

Ames, IA · On-site +1

$22 - $29.50/hr

The successful candidate will work closely with our engineers and senior designers to create ... Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

Life Time

Kids Events Team Member

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$12.50 - $16/hr

... gym games and more.They incorporate nutrition education with themed activities providing a high ... Maintains cleanliness and order of activities and programming in order to ensure safety * Promotes ...

Life Time, Inc.

Kids Events Team Member

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$11.75 - $15.25/hr

... gym games and more. They incorporate nutrition education with themed activities providing a high ... Maintains cleanliness and order of activities and programming in order to ensure safety * Promotes ...

Lakeside Hotel Casino

Slot Technician

Osceola, IA · On-site

Participate in the programming or repair of progressive gaming and other electronic displays. * Display a positive attitude towards guests and co-workers. * Comply with company and department ...

WesTech Engineering

CAD Designer

Ames, IA · On-site

$26.50 - $36.50/hr

Utilizes engineering handbook, design manuals, other sources such as part catalogs to find ... Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

WesTech Engineering

CAD Designer

Ames, IA · Hybrid

$26.50 - $36.50/hr

Utilizes engineering handbook, design manuals, other sources such as part catalogs to find ... Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

WesTech Engineering

Field Service Tech 1

Ames, IA · On-site

Ability to read and understand engineering detail drawings * Excellent communication and customer ... Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

Andersen

R&D Product Design Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$91K - $141K/yr

Product Development Engineer III acts as team leader for medium to large scale projects with ... Performs work that leads to new products or "game changing" product improvements, processes or ...

WesTech Engineering

Student Drafter

Ames, IA · On-site +1

The successful candidate will work closely with our engineers and senior designers to create ... Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

WesTech Engineering

Student Drafter

Ames, IA · On-site

$22 - $29.50/hr

The successful candidate will work closely with our engineers and senior designers to create ... Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

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How much do gameplay developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for gameplay developer in Iowa is $133,802.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $126,500.00 and $140,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Gameplay Developer vs Game Designer?

AspectGameplay DeveloperGame Designer
Primary FocusImplementing gameplay mechanics, coding, scriptingConceptualizing game features, designing user experience
Required SkillsProgramming, scripting, technical problem-solvingCreativity, storytelling, game mechanics design
Work EnvironmentGame development teams, programming studiosDesign studios, creative teams, collaborative environments
Common ToolsUnity, Unreal Engine, C++, scripting languagesDesign software, storyboarding tools, game design documentation

While both roles are essential in game development, a Gameplay Developer focuses on coding and implementing gameplay features, whereas a Game Designer concentrates on creating game concepts and mechanics. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and collaboration within game development teams.

What jobs can a gameplay developer do?

A gameplay developer can work on designing, programming, and implementing game mechanics, features, and systems for video games. They often collaborate with artists, designers, and testers, and may specialize in areas such as AI, physics, or user interface development using tools like Unity or Unreal Engine.

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Gameplay Developer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Gameplay Developer job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $133,802 per year, or $64.3 per hour.

Slot Technician

Osceola, IA • On-site

Lakeside Hotel Casino
Traveler Accommodation • 51 - 200 employees
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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Summary: The Slot Technician I maintains and repairs all electronic slot equipment in a timely and efficient manner. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – Other duties may be assigned:

  1. Adjust and repair slot machines, replacing worn or defective electrical or mechanical parts, using hand tools.
  2. Use of tech card.
  3. Assist in testing, bench-repairs, and evaluation of slot machine monitors.
  4. Maintain other casino electronic devices.
  5. Conduct general maintenance and service on all machines and equipment.
  6. Assist in examine defective machines to diagnose causes of malfunctions.
  7. Conduct daily inspections of machines and equipment.
  8. Participate in the programming or repair of progressive gaming and other electronic displays.
  1. Display a positive attitude towards guests and co-workers.
  2. Comply with company and department policies and procedures.
  3. Responsible for clocking in and out on time according to work schedule.
  4. Maintain and understand compliance with IRGC, federal, state, and local regulations.  
  5. Perform all job functions safely and responsibly. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. All Employees must be knowledgeable of all Company policies and procedures, including fire and safety regulations.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED certification required.

Previous casino slot technician experience preferred.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must be able to obtain and maintain an Iowa Gaming License.

SKILLS

  • Must be able to effectively communicate in English.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Basic computer experience skills.

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