Water System Maintenance/ Utilities (Seasonal)
About The Position
The Water System Maintenance (Seasonal) assists with the maintenance and operation of the community’s one-water infrastructure, which includes the delivery of safe drinking water, the ecological management of hundreds of stormwater ponds and streams, and the sanitary collection and delivery of household and industrial drain water safely back into the Minnesota River. This position is responsible for the following areas of impact, all of which will be trained by public works water professionals: Demonstrates the aptitude to learn and perform a variety of activities including the use of digital mapping and work management tools, operation of pickup trucks, using hand tools and power tools. Maintains the public drinking water distribution system by inspecting, testing, operating, and repairing fire hydrants, gate valves, water storage equipment and all associated appliances. Inspects, evaluates, and assists with the repair of stormwater run-off systems throughout the community. This activity includes maintaining surface water ponds and all interconnected water management features to strict, environmentally sensitive standards of construction and performance. Reads maps, navigates to specific manhole locations, and communicates with the hydro-vacuum cleaning crew to ensure the high-pressure cleaning system reaches the full length of the of the sanitary main-line being serviced. Assists the structure repair crew (construction work) by using various tools to help remove and repair manhole components and rainwater collection structures. Performs infrequent grounds maintenance activities such as restoration of lawn areas damaged by utility repairs, landscaping, and lawn mowing/trimming. Demonstrates safe operation and maintenance of hand/power tools, power equipment, light duty vehicles and equipment, and practicing safe work habits in and around heavy equipment and traffic on roadways. While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older, related experience preferred.
- High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D) required.
- Valid Driver’s License and excellent driving record, required.
- This position requires the ability to lift/carry/push/pull 50-75 lbs, operate a motor vehicle and work under all weather conditions.
- Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, driver’s license check, work verification and education verification if applicable.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates the aptitude to learn and perform a variety of activities including the use of digital mapping and work management tools, operation of pickup trucks, using hand tools and power tools.
- Maintains the public drinking water distribution system by inspecting, testing, operating, and repairing fire hydrants, gate valves, water storage equipment and all associated appliances.
- Inspects, evaluates, and assists with the repair of stormwater run-off systems throughout the community. This activity includes maintaining surface water ponds and all interconnected water management features to strict, environmentally sensitive standards of construction and performance.
- Reads maps, navigates to specific manhole locations, and communicates with the hydro-vacuum cleaning crew to ensure the high-pressure cleaning system reaches the full length of the of the sanitary main-line being serviced.
- Assists the structure repair crew (construction work) by using various tools to help remove and repair manhole components and rainwater collection structures.
- Performs infrequent grounds maintenance activities such as restoration of lawn areas damaged by utility repairs, landscaping, and lawn mowing/trimming.
- Demonstrates safe operation and maintenance of hand/power tools, power equipment, light duty vehicles and equipment, and practicing safe work habits in and around heavy equipment and traffic on roadways.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
