Job Details

Utility Maintenance Worker – Water Production 
Pay: $35.67 - $43.74 per hour, DOQ
This is a long-term/temporary, full-time, benefit eligible, union position

Join Team Eagan!

We’re seeking a safety-focused, collaborative individual with a commitment to public service for our  Utility Maintenance Worker – Water Production position. This position performs tasks to support the functions of the Utilities Division including the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s wells, raw water collection system, water treatment plants, reservoirs, and pump stations. This position is also responsible for monitoring water distribution, sanitary collection, and storm conveyance via SCADA for the residents and businesses of Eagan.

***This is a long-term, temporary position that will end on or before September 30, 2029***

 

Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview. Invitations will be sent out as applications are received and reviewed.
 

Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 21st @ 8:00am (CST)

 

 

Essential Position Functions

• Inspect, operate, and maintain the City’s wells, Class A water treatment plants, reservoirs, and booster stations
• Perform routine process control analyses
• Enter, review, and maintain inspection and maintenance records
• Monitor water distribution, sanitary collection, and storm conveyance systems via SCADA
• Takes water samples at various points in the raw water collection, treatment, and distribution system for chemical and biological analyses
• Respond to emergency callbacks after scheduled work hours
• Enter, review, and maintain inspection and maintenance records
• Perform cleaning, preventative maintenance, and repair of Public Works facilities and equipment
• Adhere to and implement all safety rules, regulations, and practices
• Promote and maintain good relationships between co-workers, supervisors, and the general public
• Work with or for other Public Works Divisions as assigned, including snowplowing and other maintenance activities

 

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid Class D or higher Minnesota Driver’s license, or equivalent from another state
• Valid Class A Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License (Interstate, Category 1 or 2) with air brake and tank endorsements within 180 days of hire – Training Provided!
• Valid Class D Water Operator Certificate within 18 months of hire – Training Provided!
• Valid Class SD Wastewater Operator Certificate within 18 months of hire – Training Provided!

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Materials, methods, and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of water, sanitary, and storm systems
• Occupational hazards of work and necessary job-related safety precautions
• Safety and environmental laws, procedures, and reporting requirements

Skilled in:

• Oral and written communications including research and preparation of reports and studies
• Creating and maintaining effective working relationships 
• The use of all tools and equipment associated with water, sanitary, and storm systems including varied and specified equipment in wells, treatment plants, water distribution, and lift stations   
• The operation of vehicles used for utility maintenance operations

Ability to:

• Follow oral and written communications
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public
• Perform all the essential position functions under the working conditions described
• Safely operate vehicles and equipment used for utility repair and operational maintenance

 

Things that may help you be successful in this role

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Water Environmental Technologies or closely related field
• Valid Minnesota Class C or higher Water Operator license
• Valid Minnesota Class SC or higher Wastewater Operator license
• Valid Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake and tank endorsements
• Three (3) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection, and storm conveyance systems in either a Minnesota Class B or Class A water or wastewater utility system including infrastructure, appurtenances, and equipment
• Three (3) years of experience with SCADA, CMMS, and/or GIS in the operation of a Minnesota Class B or Class A water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection, or storm conveyance systems
• Valid Minnesota Special Boilers license - Must be obtained within 18 months of hire

 

Working Environment, Physical Requirements, and Hours:

• 50% indoor water treatment facility; 50% field
• Normal working hours are from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday – Friday. The employee shall be available for extended workdays and callbacks. Shift changes, standby duties, and on-call assignment will be determined by the Superintendent of Utilities.
• Employee will be required to do sustained physical work in any and all weather conditions

CLICK HERE to view the full position description, working conditions, and physical requirements.

Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofeagan/jobs/5494576/utility-maintenance-worker-water-production