Technician

The Musco Emerging Technology Team is seeking a Technician to work from our Urbandale, Iowa campus. As a Technician, you will play a key role in the configuration, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of cutting-edge technology systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced technology, including vision-based systems and mechanical systems, supporting the implementation of these solutions in sports outdoor venues. If you are a hands-on problem solver and thrive in an innovative, fun, fast-paced environment, we look forward to hearing from you!

What you will do as an Emerging Technologies Technician

• Install, configure, and maintain vision-based and mechanical systems at sports outdoor facilities and in lab environments.
• Troubleshoot and repair hardware and software systems at client locations, ensuring the systems perform as expected.
• Work with engineers and technicians to test new technologies, collect feedback from beta sites, and improve the functionality of deployed systems.
• Utilize various diagnostic tools and test equipment to evaluate and resolve issues in electronics, networking, and software components.
• Work alongside clients, contractors, and facility managers to ensure the proper integration and operation of advanced technology systems.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support, including training and assisting end-users with system setup and operation.
• Document all processes related to installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure accuracy and facilitate future work.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry best practices, and trends to ensure the continued success of our systems.

What you need to be successful

• Relevant technical certifications or degrees in electronics, computer science, or related fields preferred. Previous experience in a similar role, is highly desirable.
• Fieldwork Experience: Ability to work at heights (up to 120 feet) on poles or structures using aerial lifts or climbing with appropriate fall protection equipment.
• Valid Driver’s License: A valid Iowa driver’s license is required, as driving to and from work sites is necessary.
• Electronics & Software Expertise: Proven experience with basic electrical systems and a strong understanding of high-tech systems, including vision-based systems and their integration.
• Networking Knowledge: Familiarity with networking protocols and concepts, including troubleshooting network issues in complex systems like lighting and camera networks.
• Camera/Vision Systems: Experience with vision-based systems is a plus, especially as it relates to their integration in lighting and advanced technology applications.
• Test Equipment Proficiency: Skilled in using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and diagnostic tools to perform system checks and resolve technical issues.
• Mechanical Systems: Experience using basic hand tools (soldering, crimping, drilling, cutting, tapping) and mechanical skills for installing and maintaining systems.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong technical troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues quickly and effectively.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, contractors, team members, and facility managers.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team, sharing knowledge and building on each other’s strengths to deliver successful outcomes.
• Adaptability: Ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt quickly to changing circumstances or environments.
• Attention to Detail: High attention to detail, particularly when it comes to installation, troubleshooting, and documentation processes.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills for email communication, internet navigation, and receiving work instructions or job reporting.
• Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel may be required, particularly for on-site installations and beta site visits.

Who is Musco?

At Musco, our motto is, We Make It Happen®. There is a can-do, innovative spirit here. We are problem solvers, always up for the next challenge. While our headquarters are in Oskaloosa, Iowa, we are a global company, providing lighting solutions in more than 125 countries. We believe work should be fun – at Musco, you are part of world-class projects ranging from the London Stadium to the New Orleans Saints Mercedes-Benz Superdome to Iowa State University’s Hilton Coliseum, to major transportation hubs, to your local Little League stadium to our In Mini-Pitch System™ Solution. Our Team-first culture enables us to envision, create, refine, and guarantee the best lighting systems. We are forward-thinking, always striving to create the next generation of technology. A privately held company since 1976, our supportive and caring culture is based on relationships and creating value. The Des Moines Register named Musco an Iowa Top Workplaces recipient. Read more here.

Together We Make It Happen® – we invite you to apply at musco.com/careers.

What does Musco offer?

At Musco, we offer opportunities for meaningful work at a company you can be proud of. That includes supporting learning through on-the-job experiences and options to develop and grow through different roles within your organization. We value our Team Members and support a work-life balance with flexibility for you to volunteer in your community, attend family activities, or simply have time to do the things you enjoy.

In addition, we offer:

• Health insurance – comprehensive plans with low out-of-pocket costs
• Generous paid time off benefits
• Profit sharing – calculated on profitability
• 4% 401K match – immediately vested
• 100% paid Team Member premiums for life insurance and short-term disability insurance