Utility Maintenance Worker - Operations

Utility Maintenance Worker Operations

Pay: $35.679 - $43.746 per hour, DOQ

Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Union, Benefit Eligible

Are you ready to make a positive impact on your community? Join our team as a Utility Maintenance Worker - Operations in the vibrant city of Eagan! In this role, you'll play a crucial part in maintaining and repairing our water distribution, sanitary collection, and storm conveyance systems. From inspecting and operating infrastructure to maintaining records and providing exceptional customer service, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring our city's utilities run smoothly. If you're a collaborative problem-solver who loves working outdoors and making a difference, we want to hear from you!

Application Deadline: Thursday, June 4th @ 4:00pm.

Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview.

Invitations will be sent to candidates as applications are received and reviewed.

Second round in-person interviews are tentatively scheduled for June 23rd or 24th.

Essential Position Functions

• Inspect, operate, and maintain the City's utility infrastructure. Duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Water Distribution main break repairs, valve operation and repair, hydrant inspection and repair, meter replacements, etc.
• Sanitary Collection sewer jetting, sewer inspection (CCTV), lift station inspection, etc.
• Storm Conveyance sewer jetting, sewer inspection (CCTV), lift station inspections, pond inlet/outlet inspection, etc.
• Enter, review, and maintain inspection, maintenance, and repair records of City infrastructure. Interpret, update, and record as built and location plan information.
• Maintain a positive, close working relationship with customers (customer service to residents and businesses) while providing general inspection, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of utility systems.
• Location of City infrastructure under the Gopher State One Call system. Assist internal departments as directed by Utility Supervisors.
• Leverage and utilize technology daily to gather and record information/date; examples include communication (email, smartphone, text, etc.), SCADA, records management, GIS applications, GPS collection, work management applications, etc.
• Responds to emergency callouts after scheduled work hours and performs corrective work as necessary (minimum once every twelve weeks).
• 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 division as assigned, including snowplowing and other maintenance activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid Class D or higher driver's license.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements within 6 months of hire.
• Valid Class D Water Operator Certificate within 18 months of hire.
• Ability to perform the essential position functions and meet the physical requirements of the position under the working conditions described, including independently handling weights up to 70 pounds.

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 tanker endorsements.
• Three years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment, water distribution, wastewater system including infrastructure, appurtenance, and equipment.
• Three 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.

Working Conditions

Normal 40+ work week Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Must be available to extended workdays and callbacks. Shift changes, standby duties, and pager assignment to be assigned. FLSA non-exempt position.

• 100% in the Field

• In an 8-hour day the employee will:
• Sit 2-4 hours
• Stand 2-3 hours
• Walk 4-5 hours
• Employees will independently handle weights up to 70 lbs.
• Coworker assistance and mechanical devices are utilized when heavy weights and/or large items are difficult to handle independently.
• Employees will drive trucks and/or heavy equipment, climb to heights of 200 feet and depths of 100 feet.

Located in the Twin Cities metro area, Eagan is home to about 68,000 people. The City operates under a Council-Administrator form of government, employing 300 regular full-time employees, and up to 400 seasonal and part-time employees. Regarded as a great place to live, work and play, the City of Eagan prides itself on exceptional customer service and employs a stable workforce with experienced and professional staff. Areas of employment include finance, engineering, law enforcement, fire safety, parks and recreation, forestry, public works and utilities, community development, sports and fitness, arts and preschool education, etc. Visit our website to learn more at

The City of Eagan is an Equal Opportunity Employer