UTILITY WATER/WASTEWATER WORKER

The City of Shoreview is accepting applications for a Utilities Water/Wastewater Worker in the Utilities Division of the Public Works Department.

·        Troubleshoot and maintain water wells, water storage reservoirs, water mains, valves, fire hydrants, pumps, etc.; Monitor and maintain Water Treatment Plant system.

·        Troubleshoot and maintain wastewater lift stations, sanitary sewer mains and manholes, generators, pumps, etc.

·        Use a SCADA system for monitoring Shoreview’s utility system.

·        Repair and test meters.

·        Install, maintain and/or repair storm water sewer lines.

·        Entry into confined spaces (manholes) and work in high places (water towers).

·        Assist with snowplowing in winter including streets, parking lots and sidewalks.

·        Perform duties in accordance with appropriate safety and security standards.

·        Perform routine safety checks and inspections on vehicles and equipment.

·        Maintain accurate work records.

·        Perform general labor including frequently lifting and/or moving up to 75 lbs. and occasionally lifting and/or moving more than 100 lbs.

·        Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

·        High School Diploma or equivalent

·        Valid Driver’s License; with ability to obtain MN Class A Commercial Driver's License and tanker endorsement within 1 year of hire (we assist with training and testing).

·        6 months maintenance work experience*

·        6 months experience operating trucks and other light equipment*

·        Ability to lift and/or move 75-100 lbs

·        Ability to enter confined spaces and work in high places

·        The final candidate will be required to take and pass a drug test (see website) and physical exam.

* Vocational or Technical degree in related field may be substituted for experience.

Desired Qualifications: 

·        Vocational/technical graduate with training in water/sewer operations & maintenance experience

·        Current Class A or B CDL license

·        Class D and/or SD (or better) licenses (needed to advance to Step 4 on pay plan)

·        Additional experience in general maintenance

·        Experience operating utility maintenance vehicles and equipment

·        Experience in water & sewer system maintenance, and SCADA systems

Hours: 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; subject to call back, unscheduled overtime, shift work and weekend duty

Hiring Wage Range: $26.62 - $27.96 per hour, plus excellent benefits.

           (2020 Wage Range: $26.62-$32.37)

To Apply: Go to our website at shoreviewmn.gov/jobs

           Deadline: 12 noon, Monday, October 19, 2020

  The City of Shoreview is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.