Iowa Central Community College

Department: External Affairs and Government Relations. The Test Engine Specialist reports to the Iowa Central Fuel Testing Laboratory Supervisor.. Associate's degree in Science, Applied Science, Diesel Technology, or similar degree is required, two years laboratory experience is preferred or any combination of equivalent experience, education and demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) needed to perform the job is required.. Position involves constant (67-100%) viewing computer screen, close visual work, lifting, standing, kneeling, grasping, reaching, walking, and stooping; frequent (34-66%) lifting (supply boxes up to 70 pounds), boxing and unboxing supply cartons, some general upkeep of the facilities such as cleaning, vacuuming, and emptying trash and recyclables; occasional (10-33%) occasional travel time.. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, retirement (IPERS or TIAA), life insurance (2x base salary up to $300,000), and long-term disability.

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Salary: $40,936.86 - $45,030.55 Annually Location : Fort Dodge, IA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 202200366 Department: External Affairs and Government Relations Division: Fuel Lab Opening Date: 06/19/2024 Closing Date: 7/10/2024 11:59 PM Central Description Summary The Test Engine Specialist is responsible for running and maintaining the cetane and octane rating engines, including routine maintenance, repairs, and periodic overhauls. The Test Engine Specialist will also perform additional laboratory testing employing basic methods and procedures. The Test Engine Specialist reports to the Iowa Central Fuel Testing Laboratory Supervisor. Examples of Duties Constant <ul><li>Provide quality customer service to clients, suppliers, College staff and the public.<li>Perform routine testing of fuel samples for octane or cetane values in accordance with ASTM standards. This will include the following operations:<ul><li>Prepare reference fuel blends.<li>Inspect and adjust engine to bring to standard operating conditions.<li>Determine proper bracketing of reference fuels.<li>Accurately determine and record octane or cetane values.</li></li></li></li></ul><li>Perform daily engine maintenance and cleaning procedures.<li>Perform duties in a manner that is compliant with the BQ-9000, ISO 9001, and ISO 17025 quality programs.</li></li></li></li></ul> Frequent <ul><li>Perform required engine inspections and maintenance items.<li>Adjust/maintain/repair electrical, plumbing, air, fuel, and other systems associated with the engines.<li>Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the engine and fuel storage rooms.<li>Perform other routine laboratory testing as directed.</li></li></li></li></ul>Occasional <ul><li>Perform major maintenance procedures to exacting standards up to and including top-end overhauls.<li>Employ revised or new methods in compliance with BQ-9000, ISO 9001 or ISO 17025 certification standards.<li>Participate in BQ-9000, ISO 9001, and ISO 17025 internal and external audits as required.<li>Participate in management review meetings and other Laboratory meetings. <li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></li></li></li></li></ul> PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS: 1. Be able and willing to represent Iowa Central Community College in a positive manner with clients, suppliers, industry partners, and the community we serve. 2. Provide quality customer service to clients, suppliers, industry partners, and the community we serve. 3. Maintain pleasant working conditions. 4. Assist with the smooth operation of day-to-day Laboratory activities. 5. Must be willing to work beyond regular working hours when required. 6. Assume responsibility and exercise independent judgment when making decisions. 7. Possess a high level of organizational skills and accuracy. 8. Adapt to change in a responsible manner, and deal proactively with problems as they arise. 9. Present a professional and pleasant work ethic. Qualifications Associate's degree in Science, Applied Science, Diesel Technology, or similar degree is required, two years laboratory experience is preferred or any combination of equivalent experience, education and demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) needed to perform the job is required. Supplemental Information GENERAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH OR WITHOUT A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Position involves constant (67-100%) viewing computer screen, close visual work, lifting, standing, kneeling, grasping, reaching, walking, and stooping; frequent (34-66%) lifting (supply boxes up to 70 pounds), boxing and unboxing supply cartons, some general upkeep of the facilities such as cleaning, vacuuming, and emptying trash and recyclables; occasional (10-33%) occasional travel time. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individual may perform other duties as assigned. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, retirement (IPERS or TIAA), life insurance (2x base salary up to $300,000), and long-term disability. Our paid time off package includes holidays (7), vacation (15 days), personal days (16 hours), volunteer leave (8 hours) and sick leave (120) hours. The leaves listed are annual and some of the leave benefits may be prorated based on date of hire. In addition, we offer several voluntary benefits including: vision, supplemental employee, spouse and children life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 403b retirement savings.

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