Public Works Maintenance Worker - Utilities

Utilities Maintenance Worker

The Utilities Maintenance Worker performs a variety of manual labor tasks and operates light and heavy equipment to ensure the proper maintenance and functionality of the City's utility systems, City structures, and essential HVAC systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water systems.
• Conducts routine maintenance of manholes and sewer lines and ability to operate a sewer combination truck.
• Conducts routine maintenance of water valves to ensure proper grade and performs water main and hydrant flushing and valve exercising.
• Prepares and monitors field markings for Gopher State locates; performs visual inspection of residential sewer and water hook-ups; ensures proper tests have been conducted by contractors.
• Monitors all wells, towers, lift stations (daily), and SCADA systems. Repairs and maintains pumps, motors, and related equipment used in wastewater lift stations and water systems, such as water hydrants and water towers to optimize performance of water & wastewater systems.
• Reads, exchanges, and performs minor repairs to water meters in the field; prepares meter reading routes. Installs and programs automated read-out equipment.
• Follows all safety rules and procedures as outlined in the employee safety manual, OSHA laws, and other applicable rules and regulations; performs and documents safety inspections on public works equipment, buildings, and utilities.
• Assists the Street Division when needed, which includes sanding, salting, and snow removal from city streets, public works properties, parking lots, and sidewalks.
• Assists the Parks Division when needed for playground assembly, tree planting, etc.
• Responsible for working overtime, shift changes, and emergency callouts.
• Assists in maintenance of all City HVAC systems.
• Occasionally responsible for training and directing work of seasonal employees assigned to the Utilities Division.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Note: These examples are intended only as illustrative of various types of work performed and are not all inclusive. The City reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments.

Required Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods and materials; ability to use heavy equipment, light equipment, and the hand tools used to repair and maintain storm sewers, sanitary sewers and water systems.
• Ability to review and interpret new development utility plans or other plans related to municipal utility systems.
• Ability to communicate in a courteous manner, both orally and in written form to co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages using whole numbers and percentages.
• Ability to take initiative and exercise good judgment in the field and with co-workers.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and confined spaces.
• Basic mechanical skills sufficient to build and/or repair various items such as hydrants, meters, and fan systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and common database applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information and ideas to colleagues, supervisors, and the public.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with supervisors, colleagues, and members of the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brake and tanker endorsements; satisfactory driving record - must meet Federal D.O.T. regulations
• Class D Waste Water Collection System Worker Certificate upon application, or ability to obtain in one year.
• Class D Water Supply Operator's Certificate upon application, or ability to obtain within one year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Class S-C Waste Water Collection Systems Workers Certificate.
• Class C Water Supply System Operator's Certificate.
• Two years' experience in plumbing, pipe fitting, or HVAC systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in backhoe operation, skid steer, pump repair, meter programming, SCADA systems, carpentry, ability to proficiently locate equipment, plumbing systems, or well and pump efficiency testing.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to read, stand, hear and speak intelligibly. The employee is required to walk; sit; squat; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This position does require employee to operate motorized equipment and drive to various job sites.

Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.

Must also be physically capable of completing the public works maintenance worker physical ability test on an ongoing basis.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a City garage environment with most of the time spent in field settings with all kinds of weather from very hot to very cold. Various terrain is possible. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers, tools, and machinery.

The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

Conditions of Employment Adherence to all organizational and departmental policies is required.

Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position with a standard workweek.

The City of Lino Lakes is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates, including those from historically underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, to apply.

Benefits

Regular, full time employees of the City of Lino Lakes are eligible for a benefits package. Annual Leave - Paid time off /Earned Sick and Safe Time. Accrues each pay period. 20 days per year for the first 5 years of employment. Holidays - Paid time off on 13 designated holidays per year. Insurance - Employer-paid employee health, dental and life insurance. Dependent coverage available. Disability Insurance - Income replacement insurance for long term disability, if unable to work due to illness or injury. Subject to waiting periods and medical confirmation of disability. Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Pension Plan - State mandated pension plan. Employee and Employer contributions. City contributes 7.5% and employees contribute 6.5%. No waiting period. Members are vested in the plan after 5 years. Deferred Compensation Plan (457) - Income set aside on a pre-tax basis for the purpose of retirement income. Investments are participant-directed. Participation is optional and the City does not contribute to the plan. Health Care Savings Account - Tax-free reimbursement accounts for health care expenses. Flexible Spending Arrangement - Tax-free reimbursement accounts for health, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees, family, and household members. Wellness & Fitness - Employees receive a free single membership to the Rookery Activity Center. Memberships include full use of the Rookery including fitness floor, pool, sauna, gymnasium, and locker rooms. Membership also includes access to all basic fitness classes, open gym, and open swim. Payroll Automatic Deposit - Payroll checks