Utility Water and Sewer Maintenance Worker

### **Utility Water and Sewer Maintenance Operator Position Profile** Pay: $36.18/hr - $42.66/hr (Steps A-E, 2026 rate) depending on qualifications. Deadline to Apply: August 3, 2026, at 8:00 AM (Central Time) Interviews: August 11, 2026 (Virtual) and August 18, 2026 (Onsite) Pre-Employment Process: August 2026 Expected Start Date: September 2026 #### **Details** - Full-Time, Non-Exempt - Benefit Eligible Date of Hire - Eligible for additional premium pay (seasonal disruption pay for participating in snow-clearing operations, snowplow on-call pager pay, and utility on-call pager pay) per the Local 49 union contract. - Reports to Utility Field Operations Supervisor - Located at Water Treatment Plant (14100 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344) - Typical hours are Monday – Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hours and days may vary based on business need. #### **Responsibilities** The Utility Field Operator is responsible for maintaining water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer infrastructure systems in the community. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are: - Demonstrates strong mechanical aptitude to perform a variety of maintenance activities using hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment including pickups, dump trucks, sewer suction and jetting trucks, skid steer loaders, backhoes, chain saws, chop saws, large air compressors and assorted air tools. Leads projects as directed. - Develops and applies specialized skills to the division needs in such areas as carpentry, welding, repair of equipment, and infrastructure assets. Provides training in specialized skills to co-workers and seasonal employees. Looks for opportunities to develop and use technical knowledge to support the efficiency and effectiveness of utility operations. - Uses utility maps and construction drawings and performs division record keeping functions for daily workload and utilizes computer technology to assist in these activities. - Performs daily preventive maintenance and pre-trip Department of Transportation (DOT) inspections on vehicles and equipment. - Provides mentorship and on-the-job training to seasonal employees and monitors their performance. - Participates in snow-clearing operations by operating any of the necessary response vehicles during a snow or other emergency event. While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City. #### **Requirements** - High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) is required. - Associate’s degree or two-year technical degree is preferred. - Completion of Water Utility Treatment and Technology courses in Water Distribution (40 hours) and Wastewater Collection (40 hours) are required of candidates with limited experience as determined by the needs of the department. - A minimum of six months of experience in utility operations, a related educational program or a related field performing similar work tasks or a minimum of two months of utility field operations employment with the City of Eden Prairie required (related work experience must be within the last five years.) - Experience with heavy equipment operation is preferred. - State of Minnesota Water System Operator Class D certification and State of Minnesota Wastewater System Operator Class S-D obtained within 18 months of employment is required. - Erosion and Stormwater Management Construction Installer Certification obtained within one year of employment is required. - Water System Operator Class C and Wastewater System Class S-C certifications obtained within 39 months of employment is required. - Strong mechanical aptitude and basic knowledge of computer technology is preferred. - Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-Class A) with air brakes and tanker endorsement obtained within the first 11 months of employment is required. - Must maintain a valid driver’s license (must have excellent driving record)…