Maintenance Worker I Water Customer Service

Maintenance Worker I Water Customer Service

Water Division / Public Works Department

Application Deadline: Thursday, August 27, 2026

Permanent full-time position available

Salary Range: $47,216.00 $60,528.00 (starting wage contingent upon experience)

Hours: Monday Friday, 7:00am 3:30pm

Job Summary:

Under immediate direction, reads meters, performs water taps and related water maintenance distribution and service work including inspection and maintenance of meters, works with contractors to repair water systems and locate service lines and mains.

Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other:

High school education or G.E.D. and four to six months of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in water system maintenance or related. State of Iowa DNR Grade I Water Distribution Certificate preferred or required within 3 years of hire. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial driver's license instruction permit upon first day in position. Valid State of Iowa Class B commercial driver's license with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Must live within 25 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa City, Iowa within one year of appointment to the position.

Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other:

High school education or G.E.D. and seven to twelve months of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid State of Iowa Class A commercial driver's license with air brake and tank endorsements.

More information:

Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is provided by the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete ELDT and to take required CDL tests. Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the CDL manual and practice test are available on the Iowa Department of Transportation website.

The City of Iowa City is an eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please visit the PSLF website for more information.

It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees. Disability-related accommodations can be requested at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.