Maintenance Technician - Conservation

Guthrie County; Iowa; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Sick time

Personal days

Comp time

Job summary

Guthrie County Conservation seeks a full-time Maintenance Technician to perform routine upkeep of facilities and equipment across all conservation areas. The role requires operating various vehicles and equipment, and applying knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, hydraulics, and machinery.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to obtain an Iowa pesticide applicator license (Category 6) within 8 months, hold a valid Iowa driver’s license and qualify for a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Iowa Public Pesticide Applicator’s license within 8 months of hire (Category 6).
• Valid Iowa Driver’s License and ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 10 months of hire.
• Pass background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on all Guthrie County Conservation areas, facilities, buildings, and equipment.
• Operate all types of vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with other duties as directed by the Conservation Director.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Iowa Public Pesticide Applicator license (Category 6)

Iowa Class A CDL (within 10 months)

Job description

Guthrie County Conservation is accepting applications for a full-time Maintenance Technician. This is a permanent position under the general supervision of the Guthrie County Conservation Director.

Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance on all Guthrie County Conservation areas, facilities, buildings, and equipment. Ability to run all types of vehicles and equipment. Knowledge of construction, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, hydraulics, and equipment mechanics. Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Conservation Director.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency, along with experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge to perform the work listed above.

Ability to obtain and maintain an Iowa Public Pesticide Applicator’s license (within 8 months of hire, Category 6)

Valid Iowa Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL (within 10 months of hire)

Ability to pass a background check, standard pre-employment physical, and drug screening.

Hours and Benefits

Hours: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. Position also requires ability to work a non-standard work week, including evenings, weekend, and holidays.

Benefits: IPERS, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Paid vacation, sick time, personal days, and comp time.

CONTACT

Deadline for submitting applications will be the end of business day Friday, November 27, 2026.

Guthrie County is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employee

• Day After Thanksgiving (November 27, 2026)