Full-Time Public Works Technician Water/Wastewater Operator

Cityofpaynesville; Minnesota; On-site; USD 77,192,000 - 99,602,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Savings Plan

PERA

Medical & Dependent Care Reimbursement

AFLAC

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Matching Deferred Comp

Paid Holidays & Bereavement Leave

PTO after first year

Uniforms

Paid Training & Tuition Reimbursement

MN Paid Leave

Job summary

City of Paynesville is seeking a Full-Time Public Works Technician Water/Wastewater Operator to operate and maintain municipal water and wastewater systems. The role includes inspection, repairs, and coordination of related infrastructure across streets, parks, and facilities.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of maintenance experience, and a MN CDL (A or B) or equivalent with a good driving record. Pay is $26.92–$34.76 per hour with license compensation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of general maintenance experience on municipal infrastructure.
• Experience operating motorized equipment for public works activities.
• Must hold MN Class A or B CDL or equivalent with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled and general maintenance on water/wastewater infrastructure and equipment.
• Operate, maintain, inspect, and repair municipal systems and related facilities.
• Support maintenance across streets, parks, airport facilities, and other municipal assets.

Skills

Motorized equipment operation

Maintenance work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Clean driving record

Job description

Description :

Job Announcement

Human Resources
221 Washburne Ave.
Paynesville, MN 56362
320-243-3714 ext. 221 or 228

October 14, 2025

Position: Full-Time Public Works Technician Water/Wastewater Operator

Pay Rate: $26.92 - $34.76 per hour, plus applicable water/wastewater license compensation

Benefits:

• Health, Dental Insurance & Health Savings Plan
• PERA
• Medical & Dependent Care Reimbursement Plans; including AFLAC
• Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability
• Matching Deferred Comp
• Paid Holidays & Bereavement Leave
• 3 Mental Health Days & 1 Personal Day Per Year
• 128 Hours Of PTO After First Year
• Uniforms, Paid Training & Tuition Reimbursement
• ESST & MN Paid Leave (1-1-26)

Position Summary: The City of Paynesville is seeking applicants to perform a wide variety of skilled and general maintenance work activities and functions including operating, maintaining, inspection, and repairing the municipal infrastructure and equipment associated with the drinking water supply, treatment, storage, and distribution system; wastewater collection, storage and treatment system; center pivot irrigation system; stormwater conveyance, ponds, and treatment systems; streets, trails, and right-of-way; parks, recreation facilities; airport maintenance and operation; and buildings and grounds.

Requirements: High school diploma or GED. One year experience in general, skilled labor performing maintenance, repair, and construction, on municipal infrastructure. Experience in operating motorized equipment for municipal activities. Hold a MN Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License or equivalent out-of-state driver’s license with a good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years’ experience is desired.

Deadline: Position will remain open until filled.

The City of Paynesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact : Human Resources: 320-243-3714 ext. 221 or 228

Deadline for Applying : Open until filled