Public Works Maintenance Tech – Utility & Streets

City of Ames, Iowa; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Ames, Iowa is recruiting for a Civil Service position in the Public Works Streets division. The Maintenance Worker performs manual labor, heavy maintenance, and construction tasks to support city infrastructure and utilities. Responsibilities include operating tools and equipment while prioritizing safety and teamwork.

Two years of maintenance experience and specific licenses are required. This full-time, non-exempt role offers steps with skill-based pay progression and residency in

Qualifications

• Basic proficiency in water distribution, wastewater collection, and GIS processes.
• Iowa DNR Grade I Water Distribution Operators License required.
• IAWEA Wastewater Collection System Operators Grade I Certification required.
• ESRI GIS Fundamentals Foundation (2024 or later) required.
• Class A CDL with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements required.

Responsibilities

• Performs manual labor including heavy maintenance and construction work.
• Maintains infrastructure and utilities, operating tools, vehicles, and heavy equipment.
• Duties vary by division (Streets or Utility Maintenance) and emphasize safety, teamwork, and public service.

Skills

Water distribution

Wastewater collection

GIS processes

Education

Iowa DNR Grade I Water Distribution Operators License

IAWEA Wastewater Collection System Operators Grade I Certific tion

ESRI GIS Fundamentals Foundation (2024 or later)

Class A CDL with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements

Job description

City of Ames, Iowa is recruiting for a Civil Service position in the Public Works Streets division. The Maintenance Worker performs manual labor, heavy maintenance, and construction tasks to support city infrastructure and utilities. Responsibilities include operating tools and equipment while prioritizing safety and teamwork.

Two years of maintenance experience and specific licenses are required. This full-time, non-exempt role offers steps with skill-based pay progression and residency in