Public Service Worker

City of Blaine•Blaine, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The first level of the Utilities Series is responsible for maintaining Sewer-Storm and Water division equipment. This position is responsible for operating light and heavy equipment on project sites in an assigned department. Responsibilities may include providing work direction to labor support; regularly performing basic heavy equipment operation; performing tasks associated with assigned projects such as Sewer-Storm and Water system repairs, inspecting all Sewer-Storm and Water system equipment and materials, taking drinking water samples and snow removal.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver’s License with air brake and tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within six months of employment.
One year maintenance and equipment operation or related experience.
Operating applicable tools and equipment.
Performing repairs and inspections.
Monitoring and replenishing inventory.
Sampling procedures and processes.
Operating computers and applicable software applications.
Customer service procedures and processes.
Applying communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in operation of trucks and light equipment.
Two years’ experience in a municipal utilities department.
Class SD certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
Class D certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
Ability to obtain certifications as required by supervisor.

Responsibilities

Provides skilled assistance in the maintenance and monitoring activities of the City’s Sewer-Storm and Water systems and equipment, which includes: locating lines and performing visual inspections of sewer and storm sewer system; utilizing CCTV equipment; cleaning sewer and storm sewer lines, repairing and maintaining water distribution pipes, valves, meters, hydrants and other related equipment; and performing flushing operations.
Performs field lab review and sample collection.
Records information in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Collects, prepares and enters system, water quality, and related data; compiles and prepares reports; and maintains records, files and work-related documentation.
Performs related support functions, which includes: plowing snow; responding to customer inquiries; and monitoring inventory.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.