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Shutdown Work Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

... shutdown maintenance Complete basic welding and fabrication tasks Assist with installation of new ... Lockout/Tagout procedures Hot work permits Confined space protocols Maintain a clean, organized ...

Sanitation Lead

Graettinger, IA · On-site

$21.36/hr

End of day building and equipment shutdown. * Post sanitation inspections of all equipment ... Delegates and assigns work to sanitation crew. * Monitors performance of sanitation crew providing ...

Groundperson

Maquoketa, IA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

... money can work better for you. Payactiv helps you avoid late fees, overdraft fees, and high ... Demonstrate proper startup and shutdown procedures for the chipper. * Check fluid levels, cylinders ...

Electrical Engineer

Iowa City, IA · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

You'll work collaboratively within department, office, and company teams to produce design ... Paid Shutdown Christmas Eve - New Years Day What We Value at KCL At KCL, we value the unique ...

Slurry Operator

Lawler, IA · On-site

$27/hr

May need to watch the boards when a supervisor has to step away. - Work with the training ... space (during Shutdown). - Accurate measures/readings for inventory control. Slurry Operator ...

Mechanical Engineer

Iowa City, IA · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

You'll work collaboratively within department, office, and company teams to produce design ... Paid Shutdown Christmas Eve - New Years Day What We Value at KCL At KCL, we value the unique ...

Maintenance Electrician

Davenport, IA · On-site

$26.50 - $34.25/hr

Receives work instructions from supervisor. * Starts and stops mill motors, air compressors, fans ... Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage, or when temporarily ...

Manufacturing Engineer

Williamsburg, IA · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Required to work during shutdown hours, holidays, and weekends to complete special projects Environment * Standing, walking, and sitting at workstation for extended periods of time * Performing tasks ...

Millwright / Maintenance Technician

Wilton, IA · On-site

$23.50 - $29.75/hr

We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and ... Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage or when temporarily ...

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What is the difference between Shutdown Work vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectShutdown WorkMaintenance Technician
CertificationsOSHA safety training, OSHA 10/30, industry-specific certificationsOSHA safety training, industry certifications, technical diplomas
Work EnvironmentIndustrial sites, plants during outages, scheduled shutdownsFactories, plants, equipment repair, ongoing maintenance
Employer & Industry UsagePower plants, manufacturing facilities, oil & gasManufacturing, industrial, facilities management

Shutdown Work involves specialized tasks during plant outages, focusing on equipment disassembly, repair, and reassembly during scheduled shutdowns. Maintenance Technicians perform routine and preventive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability. While both roles require safety training and technical skills, Shutdown Work is more project-specific and time-sensitive, whereas Maintenance Technicians handle ongoing maintenance tasks.

Infographic showing various Shutdown Work job openings in Iowa as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 34% Locum Tenens, 49% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, 1% Nights, and 7% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.
Electrical Designer

Electrical Designer

KCL Engineering

West Des Moines, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

KCL Engineering - Your Best Career Move

Shape the Future with KCL as our Electrical Designer - Level 1-2

At KCL Engineering, we don’t just design systems—we create an environment where our employees thrive. Flexibility, empowerment, and innovation define our workplace. Our award-winning culture fosters growth, celebrates success, and ensures work is fun. From holiday parties, summer boat days, and family outings to impactful community projects, we make every day count.

As an Electrical Designer - Level 1-2, you will play a key role in designing and coordinating electrical power and lighting systems within 3D architectural models, leveraging your skills in Autodesk Revit. This role is ideal for a motivated professional eager to grow and develop expertise in power distribution, lighting layouts, and low-voltage systems. Initially, you will focus on implementing markups while gaining hands-on experience in system design, model coordination, and electrical circuiting. With opportunities to work closely with architectural and structural models, this position provides a pathway for advancement into a full electrical design role. Candidates with contractor office experience and a collaborative mindset are highly encouraged to apply, as teamwork and effective communication are critical to success in this dynamic and growth-oriented position.

What You’ll Love About Working at KCL

Generous PTO and flexible schedules

100% paid medical insurance premiums

Premium dental, vision, and health savings account contributions

401(k) with company contributions

Company-paid disability and life insurance

Parental leave and paid holiday shutdown in December

What We Value at KCL

Do you share KCL’s values and thrive in a supportive, innovative environment?

Growth-minded innovators who solve problems creatively and want to grow themselves and the business

Natural team players ready to collaborate and contribute

Motivated experts dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes for teammates and clients

Essential Duties

Proficiency in Autodesk Revit – Strong experience with Revit, including familiarity with electrical power distribution, lighting layouts, and circuiting. Prior experience is preferred but not required.

Team Collaboration – Must be a motivated and hardworking individual who communicates effectively with team members.

3D Modeling and Design – Initially responsible for implementing markups, with the primary focus on learning to design electrical power and lighting systems within 3D architectural models.

Model Coordination – Work collaboratively with linked architectural and structural models to accurately model and eventually size electrical systems.

Growth Opportunities – Opportunity to advance into a full electrical design role based on interest and skill development. Experience with power, lighting, and low-voltage systems is highly valued.

Contractor Experience – Experience working in a contractor's office is a plus.

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred, but not required

Minimum of 2-4 years of experience

If you're still reading and are more excited about Energy and Industrial design work than ever, congratulations, you're already our kind of person. So what are you waiting for? Send in that application!