Maintenance (Streets)

City of Red Wing; Red Wing (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Medical Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Sh

PERA retirement

Job summary

City of Red Wing Public Works Department is hiring a streets maintenance worker to keep our streets safe and well-maintained. You must have a valid Class A CDL with tanker and airbrakes endorsements and be able to operate a range of heavy equipment.

The role features a Monday–Friday schedule, competitive starting pay of $25.42 per hour with raises at 6 months, 1 year, and annually thereafter, and a generous benefits package including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating light and heavy vehicles and equipment related to street maintenance.
• Two years of related work experience plus training in equipment operation.
• Must hold a valid Class A CDL with tanker and airbrakes endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction and repair of city streets, water, and sewer systems.
• Operate dump trucks, loaders, graders, backhoes and other street maintenance equipment.
• Set up traffic control and assist as a pothole crew lead when needed.
• Maintain safety and compliance in all work zones.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL driving

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

City of Red Wing Public Works Department is hiring for a streets maintenance worker to play a vital role in keeping our streets safe and well‑maintained! Must possess and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver's license. Work includes operation of light and heavy vehicles, stationary industrial equipment, specialized construction equipment, power equipment, and hand tools. Work may include regularly assigned duties, routes or project work. Monday to Friday work schedule to provide work‑life balance. Generous benefits package. Starting Pay: $25.42 per hour, plus additional raises at 6 months, 1 year, and annually thereafter. Schedule: Regular hours will be Monday through Friday 7am to 3pm. Residency Requirement: Forty (40) minute driving distance of Primary Work Station.

Essential Job Functions

Streets & Utilities:

• Assist with duties related to the construction and repair of city streets, water, and sewer systems and the general city infrastructure.
• Operate dump trucks with attachments, loaders, grader, tractors, skid loaders, backhoes, sidewalk sweepers, scooters, vactors and thawing equipment, and light pick‑ups which are used to maintain city infrastructure and provide city services.
• Operate jackhammers, tampers, and concrete saws to repair concrete, blacktop curbs, gutters, and sidewalks.
• May set up forms and pour and surface cement.
• Maintain storm sewers by removing debris with vactor equipment; may enter storm sewer system as needed for maintenance.
• Haul aggregate from pit locations for use in road construction or maintenance.
• Replace or install sewer and water utility lines and valves.
• Place traffic control devices and warning cones around construction areas to protect workers and the public from temporary hazards.
• May serve as a traffic control or flag person during construction or repair projects.
• May locate utilities in advance of construction.
• May serve as leader of a pothole patching crew.
• May install traffic control and informational signs per state standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Certifications, Physical Requirements

Experience Required: Some training in equipment operation and two (2) years of related work experience.

Minimum Education Requirements: High School diploma or G.E.D.

License/Certification(s): Valid Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) with tanker and airbrakes endorsement.

Physical Requirements:

• Considerable ability to perform heavy manual labor requiring continuous use of large motor skills, standing for long periods, and frequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, crouching, stretching, and reaching.
• Frequent exposure to noise, vehicle exhaust, grease, oil, dust, odors and grime.
• Frequent exposure to seasonal temperature extremes, inclement weather and associative hazards.
• Exposure to materials that enter the waste stream, some of which may present hazards if not correctly handled.
• Work around moving equipment and vehicular traffic requires caution as well as use of safety apparel.
• Work may include intermittent lifting, pushing or pulling of over 60 pounds.
• Must be domiciled within a forty (40) minute driving distance of their Primary Work Station (this does not apply to employees assigned to Solid Waste & Recycling).
• Required to work in permit and non‑permit confined spaces in the role of Entrant, Attendant or Supervisor.
• Work entails high or dangerous work conditions.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge:

• Proper use, operation and maintenance of a broad range of tools and equipment used for various jobs.
• Safety rules and regulations to be used with hazards when operating tools and equipment.
• Thorough understanding of City’s functions, policies, and procedures.

Skills:

• Organizational and time management skills.
• Good oral and written communications and relational skills.
• Follow and relay oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.

Abilities:

• Work requires interaction with the public to exchange information.
• Read and follow verbal and written instruction in English.
• Work effectively with others.
• Work with the utmost regard for safety and the safety of others.
• Tolerate interruptions and able to meet deadlines.

Health Benefits

Medical Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Shield

2 Network choices & 3 plan options.

The three plans we offer are a $1,500 single/$3,000 family Deductible Plan with VEBA, a $3,500 single/$7,000 family HDHP with HSA, $6,350 single/$12,700 family HDHP with HSA and a City Paid AFLAC Accident Plan.

The City will make VEBA or HSA contributions, amount depends on the network and plan selected.

Participate in the City's Biometric Screening Incentive Program & save $20.84 per month for a single plan and $31.25 per month for employees and spouses on medical premiums. If participate in the screening you will receive an 8-hour wellness day that has to be used within the year.

KAVIRA

Eligible employees enrolled in City of Red Wing's health insurance (and members of their household) will be enrolled with Kavira at no cost to them. Kavira is a direct primary care service that provides same-day virtual care with at home/work visit follow-up and access to 300 free prescription medications. Kavira treats acute and chronic conditions, provides non-emergency imaging, lab and preventative services.

Health Insurance Opt‑Out Program

The City will pay $4,200 for the year to eligible individuals who have an alternative source of group health coverage that is not part of the City's group plan. The opt‑out payment will be prorated for the balance of the plan year. You will receive $350 in the form of taxable income on the 1st pay period of each month.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – WEX

Set aside pre‑tax dollars from each paycheck for qualified health and dependent care expenses.

• Health Care FSA – used to pay for eligible medical, dental, and vision care expenses.
• Dependent Care FSA – used to pay for eligible dependent care services, such as preschool, summer day camp, and before or after school programs

Dental Insurance - Mutual of Omaha

Single, Employee +1, and family coverage options are available.

Vision Insurance –

• Base Plan benefit available to all employees and dependents enrolled in a health plan through The Standard at no cost to the employee. This is a reimbursement plan of up to $150 calendar year maximum.
• Buy-up plan is the VSP Choice Network. The employee pays for plan premium if you choose a buy‑up plan.

City Paid Life Insurance – Mutual of Omaha

The City provides $50,000 in basic life insurance &AD&D at no cost.

Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for themselves, their spouses, and dependents.

City Paid Long‑term Disability Insurance – Metlife

Paid Time Off

Vacation

Sick

Holidays and Floating Holiday

Retirement Benefits

Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA):

Membership in PERA is automatic for non‑elected public employees who meet minimum salary and position eligibility requirements set by Minnesota statute. Both the employee and the City contribute to the employee’s PERA benefit.

457 Deferred Compensation Plans

The City offers deferred compensation plans through the following organizations: Nationwide and Minnesota Deferred Compensation Plan (MNDCP).

Tuition Reimbursement

Regular full and part‑time employees who have completed probation are eligible to apply for tuition reimbursement. The City will reimburse 100% of approved qualified education related expenses for approved educational courses to an annual maximum of $5,250 per calendar year. All courses must be pre‑approved by the Department Head and Administrative Services.

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for‑profit organization, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full‑time for a qualifying employer.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Wellness Programs

• Blue Cross Advisor - lets you seamlessly connect to all your benefits, claims, rewards, and more. You'll get information based on your benefits and history along with recommendations on steps you can take to improve your health. Earn up to $240 per year by being active.
• Omada - is an online program that uses behavior science to help people lose weight, reduce their risk for chronic disease such as diabetes and heart disease, and feel better than they have in years. Welcome kit - Blood glucose meter, test strips, blood pressure monitor.
• Learn to Live - offers mental health support through customized online programs based on the proven principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The programs are confidential, accessible anywhere, and based on years of research showing online CBT programs to be as effective as face‑to‑face therapy.

Employee Health and Wellness

M Heath Fairview: Our employee assistance program, this plan includes:

• 4 free counseling sessions, phone, and in‑person options
• Legal services
• Identity theft prevention & support
• Member website with articles and webinars

Financial Wellness

Free comprehensive financial plan through intellicents – meet with a financial planner and receive a written financial plan!

Free Life Steps financial wellness app that encourages behavioral changes around money management

Worksite Benefits Through AFLAC

Worksite benefits offer supplemental coverage for specific conditions/situations. These policies are offered as optional purchases and provide coverage alongside traditional health insurance plans.

• Accident Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Hospitalization
• Short Term Disability

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Can you pass a DOT physical?

• Yes
• No

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Do you hold a Class A CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsement?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question