We are assisting our client in the Ames area with their search for an Accountant. In this role, you will work directly with clients and handle various accounting duties. The position offers a family-friendly and laid-back environment, along with a flexible summer schedule. Intrigued? Apply today!

Work model:

• On-Site

What you will do:

• Prepare and review bank reconciliations
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries
• Generate and analyze monthly financial statements
• Resolve client issues promptly
• File monthly sales and use returns

What you will need to be successful:

• Associate’s degree or higher in accounting or related field, equivalent years of experience also considered
• Prior experience within client accounting, bookkeeping, and tax is preferred
• Fundamental knowledge of Iowa sales and use tax regulations
• A strong user of QuickBooks and Excel

Benefits overview:

• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Palmer Group at (515) 225-7000 or email afjobs@thepalmergroup.com.

Join a leading and historic organization in Central Iowa as an Assistant Commercial Refrigeration Manager. In this pivotal role, you will join a team tasked with overseeing the efficient and reliable operation of our client’s commercial refrigeration systems across multiple retail locations. Our client is seeking a seasoned professional with extensive experience in commercial refrigeration, technical expertise, and a valid state refrigeration license. Take the next step in your career – apply today!

Work model:

• On-Site

What you will do:

• Deliver technical support and solutions to service technicians, store personnel, and retail refrigeration systems
• Manage service contractors and field technicians, ensuring quality and safety standards
• Train and develop new technicians while acting as a resource for troubleshooting
• Respond to calls during and after working hours, serving as a liaison during power outages
• Oversee refrigeration projects, coordinating with the Refrigeration Manager and other departments
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations and industry standards while optimizing system performance

What you will need to be successful:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with installing, servicing, and diagnosing refrigeration systems and controls
• State of Iowa HVAC/R license and EPA 608 Universal Refrigerant Technician’s License
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, technical instructions, and troubleshooting systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills paired with effective problem-solving abilities
• Experience managing projects and familiarity with maintenance software and procurement systems (preferred)
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications

Benefits overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Marlyn Herrera at (515) 225-7000 or email Marlyn at mherrera@thepalmergroup.com. 

Our central-Iowa client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Project Manager with a strong industrial electrical background to join their team. The ideal candidate will lead projects from conception to completion, managing communications between customers, engineers, and technicians. This role requires a technical mindset, electrical terminology proficiency, and exceptional organizational skills to ensure projects meet quality standards and deadlines. Apply today to be considered!

Work model:

• On-Site

What you will do:

• Manage and oversee water/wastewater projects with industrial electrical components.
• Foster strong communication with customers, engineers, and technicians, ensuring alignment on project requirements
• Develop project plans, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of milestones
• Interpret technical specifications and apply a deep understanding of electrical nomenclature
• Solve technical challenges and provide innovative solutions tailored to customer needs
• Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting

What you will need to be successful:

• 2-year degree in electrical engineering, industrial technology, or related field
• Proven experience in industrial electrical systems within the civil, mechanical, or water/wastewater industries
• Strong knowledge of electrical nomenclature and technical terminology
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and meet deadlines effectively
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in customer interaction and team collaboration
• Proficient in project management software and tools

Benefits overview:

• Vision, dental, and health insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Eric Peterson at (515) 225-7000 or email epeterson@thepalmergroup.com.

Our CPA firm client is looking for a Staff Accountant to sit in Ankeny or Ames. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to help out a reputable and growing organization, while enhancing their skills. Apply today to learn more!

Work model:

• On-Site in Ankeny or Ames

What you will do:

• Assist with bank reconciliations
• Prepare financial statements
• Preparation of payroll tax forms, W-2s and 1099s
• Assist with client bookkeeping, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Run client payroll

What you need to be successful:

• Associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
• 1+ years of Accounting experience
• Prior experience with payroll and or client bookkeeping preferred
• Prior CPA firm experience advantageous
• Strong computer experience including Microsoft Office products

Benefits overview:

• Dental, health and vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Palmer Group at 515-225-700 or email afjobs@thepalmergroup.com.

Work model:

• Hybrid

What you will do:

• Create detailed and precise architectural and structural drawings
• Oversee the construction plan review process to ensure accuracy, making necessary adjustments
• Update and maintain drawings and files throughout the project lifecycle

What you will need to be successful:

• Associate degree in architectural or engineering computer aided drafting, or equivalent education and experience
• Proficiency in:
  • 3D modeling software – Revit (preferred)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Standard office equipment (computer, fax machine, telephone, calculator, printer, plotter, copier)
• Articulate ideas and information in interactions with team members
• Anticipate needs and take action without being prompted, going beyond standard requirements

Benefits overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO
• 401k

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Marlyn Herrera at (515) 225-7000 or email mherrera@thepalmergroup.com

We are working with a client seeking a Mechanical Detailer in the Des Moines area. This individual must specialize in project design and possess superior documentation abilities related to the design-build industry. This client is seeking candidates with a strong ability to create relationships, a priority in their family-owned company. Our client offers top compensation and benefits to their employees. If this sounds like you, please apply today!

Work model:

• On-Site

What you will do:

• Review engineering and contract mechanical drawings
• Survey existing field conditions for coordination and conflict resolution
• Review and understand project specifications, prints, and submittals
• Draw piping, plumbing, and HVAC sheet metal models
• Participate in or direct project coordination meetings with all other trades

What you will need to be successful:

• Must have a complete understanding of mechanical piping, plumbing, and HVAC sheet metal systems
• Familiar with routing, layout, clash detection, and coordination to provide complete shop drawings
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks in the 3D modeling environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Strong communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Autodesk
• Fabrication CADmep platforms and Trimble Total Station systems preferred

Benefits overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO
• 401k
• Bonus

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Chad Weir at (515) 225-7000 or email cweir@thepalmergroup.com.

Career stability, project variety, and financial growth are all part of working in this Controls Programming Engineer role for our central Iowa-based client. Highly qualified candidates for this role will have experience programming both Programmable Logic Controller and Human Machine Interface, ideally in Allen-Bradley and Wonderware. Candidates who understand the process industry will transition well into our client’s company. This is a great opportunity to work on a wide range of projects in a stable industry. Check it out!

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the project throughout the concept, design, implementation, testing, and start-up phase
• Control system commissioning including instrumentation and motor control devices
• Create fiber optic, radio telemetry, and broadband communication network
• Develop PLC and HMI control systems from scratch
• Perform testing to assess functionality

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or 2-year associate degree in automation related field (preferred but not required)
• Programming experience in the following:
  • PLC programming such as Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500 and 5000, Modicon, Siemens S7, GE PAC systems or similar
  • HMI programming such as Wonderware, FactoryTalk View, Cimplicity, Intellution or similar

Work Model:

• On-Site
• Some travel required

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Eric Peterson at (515) 225-7000 or email Eric at epeterson@thepalmergroup.com.