Utilities Maintenance

City of Apple Valley; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Apple Valley is seeking a Utilities Maintenance Worker to perform operation, repair, and maintenance of water meters, hydrants, water treatment plant, and sewer systems. The role requires mechanical ability, safe work practices, and willingness to respond to emergencies. You will work Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.

to 3:00 p.m. with on-call duties, snow and ice control, and potential extended days; valid Minnesota CDL B required within 12 months; and reports to Public Works Supervisor -

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Minnesota drivers license and excellent driving record.
• Possess or be able to obtain Minnesota Class B commercial drivers license within 12 months of appointment.
• Mechanical ability including knowledge of routine care and maintenance of equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow safe work practices according to law, City practices, and safe work standards.
• Must be able to comply with Department of Transportation drug testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, and repairs water meters, hydrants, valves, and water treatment plant equipment.
• Performs installation and servicing of meters and related equipment; troubleshoots and tests meters, generators, radios, and usage recording equipment.
• Maintains sanitary and storm sewer systems; operates lift stations, pumps, valves, and sewer cleaning equipment.
• Locates City utilities including water, storm sewer, and sanitary sewer lines.
• Performs snow and ice control; operates plow equipment and performs general equipment repairs.
• Assists other divisions and departments in maintenance of City-owned properties.
• Drives safely and adheres to all safety regulations and DOT requirements.
• On-call utility duty rotating schedule and willingness to respond outside normal hours.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Safety awareness

Operate equipment

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Manual and power tools

Confined space equipment

Job description

Duties include operation, repair, and maintenance including but not limited to: installation and repair of water meters; maintenance and flushing of hydrants; operation of gate valves; operation and maintenance of water treatment plant; manual and equipment excavation; responding to customer requests; maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer systems including sewer cleaning and lift station operation; equipment operation and maintenance; and other duties as assigned. Must be available for extended work days, call back, shift schedule changes, on-call duty, snow and ice control and other emergencies.

1. Performs all tasks, functions, and duties assigned to the utilities maintenance division, including but not limited to: manual labor and equipment use; equipment operation and repair; equipment maintenance, routine oil and lubrication repairs, and other routine equipment repairs; use of torch, jackhammer, welder, locator, bobcat, loader and other associated equipment.
2. Performs manual tasks and routine equipment operation for the water treatment plant, wells and water distribution system, including but not limited to: sample collection, inspection, repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of hydrants, valves, piping, curb box, and all other associated equipment and infrastructure.
3. Performs manual tasks and routine equipment operation for the installation and servicing of meters, including but not limited to: reading of meters; installation of meters and related equipment; troubleshooting, repair, and testing of meters, generators, radios and usage recording equipment; assistance in determining cause for unusual readings.
4. Performs manual tasks and routine equipment operation for the sanitary sewer and storm sewer systems, including but not limited to: operation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of lift stations including pumps, valves, controls, sewer cleaning, manhole repairs, and all other associated equipment and infrastructure.
5. Performs locating of City utilities, including water, storm sewer, sanitary sewer and City-owned telephone lines.
6. Performs snow and ice control for the City, including but not limited to: operating snowplow equipment (plow truck, loader, and small equipment), and performing general repairs to equipment.
7. Utilizes technology applicable to the field and/or general operations and implements available technology to accomplish work tasks.
8. Adheres to all safety rules and regulations; follows safe work practices according to law, City practices, and generally accepted safe work standards.
9. Assists all maintenance divisions and other departments, as directed, in the required maintenance of City-owned properties.
10. Performs other duties consistent with the tasks of the position and as may be assigned by the City.
11. Performs on-call utility duty on a rotating basis to respond to utility related issues outside of normal business hours

Minimum Requirements

• High School graduation or equivalent.
• Valid Minnesota driver's license and excellent driving record.
• Possess or be able to obtain and maintain Minnesota Class B commercial driver's license within 12 months of appointment.
• Mechanical ability including demonstrated knowledge of routine care and maintenance of equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow safe work practices according to law, City practices, and generally accepted safe work standards.
• Must be able to comply with Department of Transportation drug testing requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical training in water/wastewater operations.
• One year of work experience in mechanical maintenance.
• One year of work experience in equipment operation.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work is performed primarily at project sites.
• Performs on-call utility duty on a rotating basis to respond to utility related issues outside of normal business hours.
• Requires ability to enter confined spaces, use personal protective equipment such as respirators, harnesses and other required equipment, and work outdoors in extreme weather.
• Physical activities include bending, twisting, gripping, carrying, shoveling and lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Must be available for on-call duty and callback for emergency operations such as snow and ice control, alarm situations, and water main breaks.

Reports to: Public Works Supervisor - Utilities.

Pay Rate: In Accordance with AFSCME Labor Agreement.

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Must be available for on-call duty, extended work days, call back, shift schedule changes, snow and ice control, and other emergencies.