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City of Muscatine

Public Works Director

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$113K/yr

The City of Muscatine, Iowa is seeking its next Public Works Director. Muscatine, Iowa, is a welcoming community located along the Mississippi River in eastern Iowa, offering a high quality of life ...

Black & Veatch

Civil Works Project Manager

Des Moines, IA · Hybrid

$83K - $110K/yr

Civil Works Planning and Streambank Restoration; Ecosystem Restoration; Heavy Civil Integration and Design; Dam Safety; Levee Safety; Lock & Dam Work; Infrastructure Inspections; Risk Management ...

City of Ames

Principal Clerk - Public Works

Ames, IA

$54K - $75K/yr

Participates on the Public Works Safety Committee and assists with maintaining records related to safety programs including Hazard Communication, Bloodborne Pathogens, Emergency Action Plans, and ...

John Deere

Waterloo Works: Tool & Die Maker

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$24.25 - $30.50/hr

United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo As a Tool & Die Maker with John Deere Waterloo Works, you will: Plan, lay out, and construct a variety of intricate, highly specialized tools, fixtures, jigs ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for works in Iowa is $14.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.56 and $14.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectWorksCarpenter
Required CredentialsVaries; often no formal certification neededTrade certifications or apprenticeships common
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Industry UsageGeneral term for manual labor roles in constructionSpecific skilled trade within construction
Common Search IntentGeneral labor roles, construction workCarpentry, woodworking, building frameworks

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Infographic showing various Works job openings in Iowa as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,788 per year, or $14.3 per hour.

Public Works Director

City of Muscatine

Muscatine, IA • On-site

$113K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

The City of Muscatine, Iowa is seeking its next Public Works Director. Muscatine, Iowa, is a welcoming community located along the Mississippi River in eastern Iowa, offering a high quality of life with a population of approximately 24,000 residents. The city features a strong local economy, excellent schools, and a range of recreational amenities, including parks, trails, and a scenic riverfront that serves as a focal point for community life. With an active arts and cultural scene, diverse community events, and a commitment to livability, Muscatine provides an appealing balance of small-town character and regional opportunity.

The Public Works Director performs highly responsible, professional and administrative work involving administering, directing and coordinating the work of all employees in all public work activities including engineering, roadway maintenance, transfer station, building and grounds, refuse collection, landfill, equipment maintenance, public transportation, and collection drainage.

The successful candidate will have excellent leadership skills and an ability to create effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and the community. A solid knowledge of the principles and practices of all Public Works activities, applicable regulations and laws, and solid communication skills is required. Position requirements include bachelor's degree in a related field (Master's preferred) and a minimum of five years in a supervisory role or an equivalent combination of education and experience.The minimum starting salary is $113,182. The City offers excellent benefits including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability, paid vacation and sick leave, 10 paid holidays, pension, and a supportive team. The selected candidate will be required to pass a physical, drug screen, and background check following job offer. Residency within 30 air miles of city limits required within 6 months of hire.

For more information about the City or the Department visit

http://www.muscatineiowa.gov/

https://www.muscatineiowa.gov/19/Public-Works

https://muscatine.com/