Public Works Service Worker II

City of Minneapolis•Various locations in Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

The Public Works Service Worker II operates a wide variety of construction equipment and attached mechanical devices and performs skilled and manual labor to repair and maintain City infrastructure. The role supports multiple Public Works functions, including construction and maintenance of streets, sewers, traffic infrastructure, bridges, and public spaces. Workers may coordinate crew progress as a lead worker and may be assigned to different divisions and tasks as operational needs require. The position requires safe operation and routine inspection and maintenance of vehicles and equipment, participation in work-zone traffic control and safety programs, and work in varied outdoor conditions. Workers may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, alternate work weeks or shifts, and emergency response assignments. A current Class B or better Commercial Driver's License without air-brake restrictions is required; a tanker endorsement may be required for some positions within 12 months of employment. Employment is contingent on applicable background or qualifications checks, medical examination, and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. CDL holders are subject to random drug testing as a condition of continued employment.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old by December 1, 2026.
Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Have at least one year of experience within the last five years operating two of the following: rubber tire tractor with backhoe, hydraulic crawler backhoe, front end loader, or skid-steer loader.
Possess and maintain a Class B or better Commercial Driver's License with no air-brake restrictions; a permit CDL is not acceptable.
Present proof of a current, valid Commercial Driver's License at the Workplace Simulation Test and at hire.
Pass the required pre-employment medical examination, including respiratory screening, back screening, and hearing test, and pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
Consent to any criminal background or qualifications check required for the position.
Understand and follow construction plans and drawings, basic engineering drawings, maps, and survey data, and follow oral and written instructions in English.
Know practices, procedures, equipment, and materials used in public works infrastructure maintenance and construction.
Know OSHA regulations, work-zone safety, safe driving practices, and applicable traffic and Department of Transportation regulations.
Know safe operation, maintenance, adjustments, and minor servicing of vehicles and equipment, and assist with equipment maintenance.
Work effectively as part of a diverse Public Works or City crew and comply with City workplace-respect policies.
Have basic knowledge of desktop and portable computer hardware and software programs.
Follow established safety practices and comply with applicable DOT rules and regulations.
Be willing to take varied assignments, learn new skills, work flexible hours including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, and undertake reasonable overtime, alternate work weeks or shifts, and emergency response as needed.
Meet physical demands that include frequent standing and walking on uneven surfaces; pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, lifting, and maneuvering objects weighing up to 100 pounds; working in confined spaces; climbing in and out of maintenance holes and vehicles and working overhead; and climbing, maneuvering, or working on ladders, stairs, and platforms.
Work in exposure to varied weather and conditions including dirt, dust, odors, chemicals, vermin, insects, garbage, high noise levels, heavy traffic, and possible raw sewage.
Comply with the OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard, including maintaining a clean-shaven face for proper respirator fit, if required.
Pass the selection process, including the Workplace Simulation Test and practical examination, with a score of at least 80% at each step to be placed on the eligible list.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a motor grader, asphalt spreader, cable crane, or bulldozer.
A Minnesota Wastewater Operators License, desirable for assignments in the Surface Water and Sewer area.
Tanker endorsement, which may be required for some positions within 12 months of employment.
Wastewater Operator S-D certificate or Confined Space Entry Certification, depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

Safely drive and operate heavy and light construction equipment, trucks, and specialized equipment assigned to the work.
Inspect vehicles and machinery daily, document and file condition or mechanical-problem records, and perform routine adjustments and minor service work, including cleaning, washing, greasing, and lubricating equipment and attachments.
Operate winches, pumps, hoists, and other mechanical equipment; mount and remove snow and ice equipment.
Work with crew members to tag and flag heavy equipment, assist with traffic control, and flag traffic at or around fixed or mobile work zones when required.
Consult with foremen about equipment capabilities and recommend rental needs for specific job sites.
Coordinate and monitor crew or work-group progress when functioning as a lead worker.
Follow applicable safety requirements, OSHA rules, policies, work rules, and employer expectations.
Perform manual and skilled construction and maintenance work, including placement, removal, replacement, and repair of public infrastructure such as pipes, conduit, manholes, curb and gutter, concrete, and asphalt.
Load, unload, and secure materials and equipment on trucks by hand or with loading equipment.
Drive sheathing and break and remove concrete.
Assist with placement and repair of storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure, including pipes, culverts, maintenance holes, tunnels, and related infrastructure.
Assist with maintenance of streets, alleys, and public spaces, including shoveling and removing dirt and snow, mowing grass, and trimming brush.
Assist with installation and maintenance of traffic signs and posts; paint pavement and street markings; and install, remove, and maintain parking meter supports and collars.
Set up traffic control and barricades for parades, events, detours, and maintenance operations.
Repair and maintain guardrails, bridges, and related infrastructure.
Participate in safety meetings, right-to-know and toolbox training, workplace accident and injury reduction programs, and other required OSHA training.
Perform other related duties as required.