Public Works Streets & Utility Services Technician

City of Monona; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Vacation leave

Job summary

The City of Monona is seeking a full-time Streets and Utilities Technician to perform skilled work in street maintenance and utility operations. Under the Deputy Director of Public Works, you will operate a range of equipment and support water, sewer, and storm systems.

Regular hours are 7:00 am–3:30 pm, with on-call weeks and overtime for snow and emergencies. A valid Wisconsin CDL and driver’s license are required, with background check and drug screening as part of the process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and Wisconsin CDL or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire.
• Experience in water/public works is preferred but not required.
• On-call and overtime availability for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment (dump truck, loader, excavator, snowplow, etc.).
• Assist with street maintenance, signage, and pavement repairs.
• Maintain storm water and utilities infrastructure; inspect lift stations and pumps.
• Support after-hours emergency responses (water, sewer, storm, snow).
• Read blueprints and perform minor maintenance on pumps, motors, and controls.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Equipment operation

Math basics

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

MS Word

Excel

Blueprint reading

Job description

Description and Terms of Employment

Under the supervision and direction of the Deputy Director of Public Works, the technician in this position will carry out their duties and responsibilities in the repair, maintenance and construction of City streets and the operations and maintenance of the storm water, sanitary sewer, and water utilities. The technician must be able to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties related to maintenance and operations of both the streets and utility divisions in the Department of Public Works. The technician must be able to operate various types of vehicles and construction equipment from light duty to heavy duty, and must be able to use a variety of hand tools and other miscellaneous equipment in their daily duties. The technician must be able to perform their duties with minimal supervision and make sound decisions in the field based on their experience and skill set.

This is a full-time position with full benefits. Regular hours are 7:00 am–3:30 pm, Monday–Friday. The technician must have the ability to work scheduled overtime (1 on-call week and weekend every 7 weeks, and 1 rotating holiday a year), along with unscheduled overtime for snow plowing or emergency operations.

This job will be open until filled.

Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are considered normal and essential for his position. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Street Division Duties

• Operate and maintain various pieces of equipment such as dump truck, loader, excavator, tandem-axle snowplow with wing, ice control equipment, street sweeper, air compressor, mowers, utility trucks, brush chipper, paint striper, power tools, etc.
• Assist with the painting of road markings and the installation of street signs within the City.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to City streets, curb and sidewalks as needed.
• Perform landscaping tasks to include reseeding/resodding damaged grass areas, mowing grass, sweeping, raking, and tree trimming and removal.
• Participate in the snow and ice control operation. This position is required to respond to after-hours snow removal emergencies.
• Repair and maintain storm water manholes, catch basins and storm water ponds or basins.
• Set up and remove barricades, snow fences, temporary signage, and other temporary facility installations.

Utilities Division Duties

• Assist with the operations and maintenance of a groundwater distribution system, which includes the wells and booster pumps, generators, fire hydrants, water mains and services, chemical feed pumps, water towers, and pump house facilities.
• Assist with the operations and maintenance of the sanitary sewer system, which includes inspecting and maintaining the lift station pumps and pump facilities, and assisting with cleaning manholes and pump house wet wells.
• Occasionally enter confined spaces and climb water towers to perform general maintenance.
• Monitor the SCADA system for the water, sewer, and storm systems and troubleshoot problems that may arise.
• Read blue prints and schematics and perform minor maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, chemical feed systems, electrical controls, generators, vehicles and other related equipment.
• Monitor chemical feed rates and residuals, and collect water distribution samples as required by the WDNR.
• Keep daily records of the water distribution system and collection system as well as perform calculations and data entry.
• Participate in the after-hours on-call rotation for the utilities division (one on-call week and weekend every 7 weeks and 1 rotating holiday per year).

General Duties

• Assist the Right-of-Way Coordinator with completing Diggers Hotline locates as needed.
• Adhere to OSHA standards for excavation entry, confined space entry, lock out/tag out procedures, and other workplace safety standards that may apply.
• Perform all work functions in a professional, efficient manner while maintaining the highest quality service possible and while following proper procedures for workplace safety.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned or as required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in the water or public works fields is desired, but not required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a valid Wisconsin CDL or the ability to obtain one within one (1) year of hire date; must maintain these licenses for the course of employment.
• When on call, must be able to arrive on site within 45 minutes of notification for all utility emergencies.
• Must pass a post-employment-offer drug screen, physical, and background check, along with random drug tests per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations for CDL drivers.
• Must be able to work scheduled overtime on some weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to respond to after-hours emergencies including, but not limited to, water main breaks, service leaks, water well and lift station alarms, storm damage response, flooding, and snow plowing.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Snow removal experience using a single or double axle truck with wing and front plow and spreader desirable.
• Must be able to carry a City-provided cell phone while on duty and while on call rotation.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner at all times while conducting City business.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience with or ability to learn SCADA electronic control system.

Minimum Physical Abilities Required To Perform Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to occasionally ascend and descend ladders. This includes climbing a ladder to the top of a water tower.
• Must be able to frequently move and position oneself to enter and work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, tunnels, and water tower.
• Must be able to occasionally position oneself to install, service, or replace equipment in tight, cramped, or small spaces, such as under a sink or behind an appliance.
• Must be able to frequently work in outdoor settings and in poor weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, rain, and snow.
• Must be able to occasionally move items of 50 pounds or more.
• Must be able to occasionally remain in one position for extended periods of time (for example, while operating a snow plow or leaf vacuum truck or while standing as a flagman on a job site).
• Must be able to safely operate hand tools on a daily basis.
• Must be able to operate motorized vehicles and equipment on a daily basis.
• Must be able to wear all personal protective gear when required.

A generous and comprehensive benefits package is available to all regular full-time employees

Health Insurance: two plan options available through Quartz Benefits -- a no-deductible HMO plan or a high-deductible plan. The City pays 90% of the premium for single or family coverage plus 75% of the employee deductible for those who choose the high-deductible plan. Quartz has a large network of local providers which includes UnityPoint Health and UW Health.

Dental and Vision Insurance: coverage provided through Delta Dental/Vision. The City pays 100% of the premium for single or family coverage.

Retirement: the City contributes a defined employer share (6.9% in 2024) to the Wisconsin Retirement System, the State of Wisconsin's pension plan for state and local government employees. The City also sponsors an additional 457 plan option through Mission Square Retirement.

Life Insurance: provided through the State of Wisconsin Group Life Insurance Program, the City contributes to the premium for insurance up to 2x annual salary. Employees can purchase insurance up to 5x their annual salary, plus spouse and dependent coverage, at their own expense.

Income Continuation Insurance: also provided through the State of Wisconsin's plan, this benefit provides income replacement for up to 75% of current salary for a short-term disability. The City provides this benefit with a 6-month elimination period. More insurance and shorter elimination periods can be purchased at the employee's expense.

Vacation: paid vacation is provided on a vacation schedule beginning with 8 days during the first year of employment, 13 days in years 1-6, 18 days in years 7-16, and 23 days after 16 years.

Sick Leave: one day of sick leave is provided per month with the ability to accumulate and convert up to 85 days of unused leave at retirement.

Paid Parental Leave: new parents receive 2 weeks of fully-paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child.

Family Care Paid Leave: employees are eligible for a supplemental benefit of up to 2 weeks of paid leave to care for a close member during a serious medical situation.

Holidays: 9 paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays are provided each year.

Flexible Spending Plan: the City sponsors a flexible spending plan through TASC.

Family Pool Pass: full-time employees receive a free family pass for Monona's outdoor swimming pool.