Installer Jobs in Altoona, IA

An Installer in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for setting up, repairing, and maintaining various equipment, machinery, and systems. Their duties often include reading and interpreting installation blueprints, troubleshooting technical issues, performing regular equipment inspections, and ensuring safe and efficient installation procedures. Installers may work with various equipment such as HVAC systems, security systems, electrical fittings, and telecommunications devices among others.

Important skills for an Installer include technical understanding, problem-solving, manual dexterity, physical stamina, and attention to detail. Communication and customer service skills are also useful, particularly for Installers who directly interact with clients. Relevant certifications may include HVAC certification, electrician certification, or specific product installation certifications, depending on the equipment they specialize in. Individuals often start as Installation Assistants or Technicians, gaining hands-on experience and training on the job, before progressing to roles such as Senior Technician or Installation Supervisor and eventually becoming an Installer.

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Senior Sprinkler Service Technician

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 13 days ago

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Senior Fire Alarm Installer

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 19 days ago

What we look for Required At least 4 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems....

Experienced Fire Alarm Installer

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 4 days ago

What we look for Required At least 4 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems....

2Nd Shift Light Maintenance Worker.

  • Clive, IA (16 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Clive, IA (16 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 3 hours ago

Looking for a candidate with general maintenance skills to work 2nd shift. 3pm-11pm, this is a 6 days on and 2 days off rotating schedule....

Service Technician

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 11 hours ago

The company distributes, installs and services fueling equipment for retail fueling stations, commercial and government fleets and emergency power customers....

THCE Biomedical Equipment Technician II

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Performs corrective maintenance procedures including diagnosing problems using thermodynamic, electronic/electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or other sciences and documents results of...

Electronics Maintenance Technician

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago

tools, power tools, and simple machine tools to repair manufacturing equipment. + Perform Preventative Maintenance on manufacturing equipment. + Performs any General Maintenance duties as needed. +...

Plumber/Steamfitter

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Installs and maintains water source heat pumps. Performs maintenance and troubleshooting using building automation systems. Repairs, replaces and installs hot and cold-water piping systems....

Maintenance Technician for an Apartment Community

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Deliver exceptional customer service to residents Perform electrical, plumbing, appliance, and carpentry repairs, including: - Repairing electrical circuits, switches, and breakers - Servicing and installing...

Apartment Maintenance Technician

  • Altoona, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Altoona, IA
  • 5 days ago

Deliver exceptional customer service to residents Perform electrical, plumbing, appliance, and carpentry repairs, including: - Repairing electrical circuits, switches, and breakers - Servicing and installing...

Maintenance Technician for an Apartment Community

  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (19 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago

debrisDeliver exceptional customer service to residentsPerform electrical, plumbing, appliance, and carpentry repairs, including:- Repairing electrical circuits, switches, and breakers- Servicing and installing...

Apartment Maintenance Technician

  • Waukee, IA (20 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waukee, IA (20 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago

debrisDeliver exceptional customer service to residentsPerform electrical, plumbing, appliance, and carpentry repairs, including:- Repairing electrical circuits, switches, and breakers- Servicing and installing...

Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Position: Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician Location: Des Moines, IA 50310 Pay Rate: $20-$25/hr Shift: Description: InterSolutions is hiring Apartment HVAC Technicians to service...

Maintenance Technician

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply...

Apartment Maintenance Technician

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 5 days ago

debrisDeliver exceptional customer service to residentsPerform electrical, plumbing, appliance, and carpentry repairs, including:- Repairing electrical circuits, switches, and breakers- Servicing and installing...

Demographic Data for Altoona, IA

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Salary for Installer Jobs in Altoona, IA

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Highest Education Level

Installers in Altoona, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.5%
Associate's Degree
16.6%
Bachelor's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Installers in Altoona, IA
2-4 years
47.2%
1-2 years
26.6%
4-6 years
18.9%
Less than 1 year
3.5%
10+ years
2.8%
6-8 years
0.8%
8-10 years
0.2%
None
0.1%


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