Hydrant & Underground Valve Technician II

Waterous Co; South Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision plan

Dental insurance

401K company match

Short term disability

Long term disability

HSA contribution

Paid holidays

Vacation

Personal floaters

Safety shoes allowance

On-site fitness center

Employee recognition programs

Apprenticeship opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Waterous Company in South St. Paul seeks an assembler to build fire hydrants and underground valves. You will assemble components, apply electrostatic paint, and operate forklifts on a busy shop floor, maintaining safety and quality.

The position favors 1+ year manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to lift up to 80 pounds. Most shifts are 2nd/3rd with overtime; union membership begins after 30 days, and benefits start after 30 days.

Qualifications

• Perform assembly work using pneumatic and various hand tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read prints and assembly instructions.
• Age 18 or over; pass MAPS assessment and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fire hydrants, underground valves and related products—ensure correct alignment, securing and testing.
• Electrostatic painting with primer and paint using safe equipment.
• Operate fork trucks and other powered equipment on the shop floor.
• Perform basic janitorial duties to maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read prints/assembly instructions

Team player

Safety conscious

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Hand tools

Job description

Waterous Company in South St. Paul seeks an assembler to build fire hydrants and underground valves. You will assemble components, apply electrostatic paint, and operate forklifts on a busy shop floor, maintaining safety and quality.

The position favors 1+ year manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to lift up to 80 pounds. Most shifts are 2nd/3rd with overtime; union membership begins after 30 days, and benefits start after 30 days.