Business & Tech
Iowa Jobs Around Johnston: Pioneer Hi-Bred, Casey's, John Deere, and More
Looking for a job in the community or nearby? Johnston Patch will bring the classifieds for the week of July 23 to you.

What kind of job are you looking for? The following businesses are hiring in several career fields —
Administrative/Clerical
- Southeast Polk school district has an opening for an administrative assistant at its Central Place Family Resource Center. The application deadline is July 30. Submit your online application to the district website.
- Saydel Community School District is looking for a part-time activities secretary. The right candidate must be detail-oriented and have strong computer and communication skills. Closing date for the position is July 30. Send letter of interest, application, resumé and credentials to Saydel District Office, 5740 N.E. 14th St., Des Moines, IA 50313.
- The city of West Des Moines is looking for a part-time EMS clerk to provide customer service by answering phones, processing patient bills, and other responsibilities. This position requires a high school diploma and 1-3 years of office experience. Visit the city's website for more info on the position, as well as apply.
- Johnston Economic Development is hiring an administrative assistant. Seeking an energetic and technology savvy individual to provide communications and administrative support. Part-time with potential for full-time. To apply for this position send a resume to Phil Dunshee, 8711 Windsor Parkway, Suite 2, Johnston, IA 50131 or email pdunshee@growjohnston.com
Automotive
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- TMC has multiple openings in its Des Moines shops for technicians in the following areas: trailer, maintenance, tires, appearance and body. Stop by 6115 S.W. Leland Ave. on Saturday, July 28, from 9-11 a.m. to meet the managers, tour the shop and fill out the application.
Customer Service
- Convenience Stores are searching for an assistant manager and a full-time cashier. Interested candidates can apply at the company's corporate office, located at 2716 Indianola Ave. in Des Moines, or at the , located at 2811 S.W. Oralabor Rd.
- Mercy Medical Plaza, 411 Laurel in Des Moines, is hiring full-time valet parking staff. Apply in person.
Education
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- Des Moines Public School District is looking for speech/language pathologists to work with school-age children. Requirements include a Master's degree and Iowa certification. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest and resumé to Shelly Bosovich, Executive Director, Student & Family Services, 901 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA 50309.
- Drake Head Start is looking for an early childhood program coordinator. This positions requires a Master's degree and a minimum three years experience working with young children and families with direct classroom instruction. Specific position information can be found online. Apply at the Drake Human Resource website.
- Woodward Academy is looking to fill several teaching positions. Preferred applicants will be endorsed in special education or be willing to obtain a conditional special education license. Visit the academy's website for more information. A letter of interest and resumé can be sent to mdodds@wwacademy.com.
Food Service
- Godfather's Pizza in Ankeny is hiring counter and prep/kitchen team members at its 802 N. Ankeny Blvd. location. Full and part-time positions are available, as well as day and night hours. Apply online or in person.
Health Care
- Union Park Health Services has openings in several departments for dependable individuals dedicated to delivering quality care with other team members. Part-time, full-time, PRN and other various shifts are available. Send your resumé to Ted Powell, Administrator, Union Park Health Services, 2401 E. Eighth St., Des Moines, IA 50316, or by email at tpowell@5sqc.com.
Restaurant/Hospitality
- Adventureland Inn is hiring all positions right now, including lifeguards. If interested, apply in person at 3200 Adventureland Dr. in Altoona.
- Scottish Rite Park is looking for a director of culinary services who will oersee the culinary operations of the independent living, residential and health care center. For inquiries or to apply, contact Teresa Phillips, Business office manager, 2909 Woodland Ave., Des Moines, IA 50312, or by email to hr@scottishritepark.com.
Maintenance
- Casey's General Stores has a full or part-time position open, which is responsible for receiving maintenance calls, logging the calls and dispatching technicians. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and knowledge of mechanical trades' work. For details, visit the company's website.
- The city of Johnston is seeking a full-time maintenance worker I - water/sewer. The application deadline is Aug. 6 at 5 p.m. Visit the city's website for more information.
Manufacturing
- in Ankeny is currently hiring assembly and CNC/welding positions. To see a full list of requirements and to apply, visit the company's website.
Research
- Pioneer Hi-Bred has several job openings in Johnston and the metro area. Positions include post doctorate research scientist, greenhouse manager research scientist, temporary research assistant and more. For a full list of positions and how to apply visit here.
Retail
- Walmart has immediate openings at its Ankeny location for overnight stockers, maintenance and cashiers. Hours and shifts vary. Apply online or at the store kiosk located at the customer service counter.
Sales
- is looking for additional professionals to fill the following positions: sales, aftermarket sales, technicians and detailers. For more details on the positions, visit the company's website. Resumés can also be sent to jthomas@deweyford.com.
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