Water Plant Service Worker

City of Minneapolis; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mnawwa is hiring for a municipal water treatment technician to perform loading, unloading, storage and dispensing of chemicals as part of the plant operations. You will work on-site at facilities involving hazardous materials and require strict adherence to safety protocols and permit procedures.

The role includes testing, sampling, chlorination assistance, and routine maintenance tasks. A high school diploma, HAZWOPER certification within 12 months, and a valid driver's license are required;

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• HAZWOPER Operations Level Certification within 12 months of hire.
• Valid Driver's License without restrictions for operating City of Minneapolis vehicles.
• Desirable: Class D Minnesota Water Supply System Operator Certificate within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Unload, transfer and handle chemicals used in water treatment and operate related equipment.
• Perform routine testing and monitoring of water and residuals.
• Enter and work in permit-required confined spaces and maintain safety procedures.
• Maintain records of work activities and complete work orders timely.
• Assist in chlorination and maintenance of pumps, piping and reservoirs.

Skills

Safety awareness

HazWOPER Operations Level

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

HAZWOPER Operations Level Certification

Minnesota Water System Operator (Class D) - desirable

Job description

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

Position Description

Perform a variety of tasks in loading, unloading, storing and dispensing chemicals and maintenance of water treatment facilities.

Work Location

This position currently works on-site only: 4100 Marshall ST NE, Fridley MN 55421

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

The posting closes 11/12/2026 11:59 PM Central

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Unload, transfer, and handle chemicals, including hazardous materials, used in water treatment processes by utilizing motorized equipment, including forklifts.
• Transfer carloads of materials to storage using rail car moving equipment.
• Operate winches, hoists, forklifts, monorails, and scissor lifts.
• Operate handheld and portable valve exercising machine.
• Perform minor crane riggings and crane/hoist lifting procedures.
• Repair membrane filter modules, operate, and monitor associated computer testing equipment.
• Enter and work in permit-required confined spaces including vaults, basins, chambers and reservoirs.
• Clean process tankage including mixing chambers, coagulation basins, conduits, precipitators, and chambers.
• Test or inspect eyewashes/safety showers, spill kits, and fall protection equipment and identify follow-up work.
• Collect samples, perform and interpret routine water and residuals testing.
• Assist in the chlorination of pumps, system piping, and reservoirs after repairs or inspections. Assist in gathering samples for bacteriological testing.
• Perform greasing and oiling of motors, gears boxes, pumps, chain drives, and transmission to ensure reliability.
• Assist skilled trades' workers as assigned.
• Clean and provide janitorial services in treatment plants and pump stations.
• Perform general plant cleaning and basic grounds maintenance around plants and pump stations including snow removal, grass cutting, and brush trimming.
• Operate dewatering filter presses as assigned.
• Prepare and keep records of work activities, including timely and accurate recording of actuals on work orders.
• Perform chlorine operations work with appropriate PPE which includes wearing a fitted self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Working Conditions

Heavy physical effort in water treatment plant setting. Entry into permit-required confined spaces. Exposure to heat, dust, and hazardous materials requiring use of respiratory protection.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum Experience:
• N/A
• Licenses/Certifications:
• HAZWOPER Operations Level Certification within 12 months of hire
• Valid Driver's License without restrictions for operating City of Minneapolis vehicles
• Desirable: Class D Minnesota Water Supply System Operator Certificate within 18 months of hire