Public Works Maintenance Technician

City of Ames; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Benefits package

Skill-Based Pay advancement

Job summary

The City of Ames is seeking qualified Maintenance Workers to support Streets and Utility Maintenance divisions. The role involves heavy labor, operating trucks and equipment, and performing repairs on water and sewer infrastructure with a strong safety focus.

Applicants should have relevant licenses (CDL, water/wastewater certifications) and at least two years in maintenance, with opportunities for skill-based pay progression within the division.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, plus relevant laboring work experience.
• Licenses and certificates listed under Skill Block I or II are required or obtainable.
• Ability to operate trucks and heavy equipment safely per city standards.

Responsibilities

• Drives and operates trucks and heavy equipment for maintenance and repair of city infrastructure.
• Performs construction, maintenance, and repair on utilities with attention to safety.
• Reads blueprints and MSDS; tracks materials and records usage.
• Leads or participates in crew tasks and may supervise others.

Skills

Water distribution

Wastewater collection

GIS processes

Operates heavy equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Iowa DNR Grade I Water Distribution Operator's License

IAWEA Wastewater Collection System Operator's Grade I

ESRI GIS Fundamentals Foundation

CDL Class A with Air Brake & Tanker

ArcGIS Pro proficiency

Job description

The City of Ames is seeking qualified Maintenance Workers to support Streets and Utility Maintenance divisions. The role involves heavy labor, operating trucks and equipment, and performing repairs on water and sewer infrastructure with a strong safety focus.

Applicants should have relevant licenses (CDL, water/wastewater certifications) and at least two years in maintenance, with opportunities for skill-based pay progression within the division.