Water Service Worker - 59,71680 - 71,07360 annually, DOE

City of Brainerd; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Brainerd is recruiting a Water Serviceworker to install and maintain water mains, hydrants, services and meters, and to supervise contractor work. The role requires participation in an on-call rotation and the ability to respond to outages.

A strong knowledge of water distribution and safety is essential. Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, an MDH Class D Water Operators Certificate or the ability to obtain within 18 months, and a Minnesota CDL Class A with air

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• MDH Class D Water Operators Certificate or ability to obtain within 18 months.
• Minnesota Class A CDL with air brake endorsement or ability to obtain within one year.
• Desirable: MDH Class C Water Operators Certificate or higher.
• Two years technical training or water utility work experience.
• Technical/Community College training in water operations.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain water mains, hydrants, services, meters and related components; may operate heavy machinery; oversee contractor work.
• Locate and repair leaks and low pressure in the distribution system.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment and shop areas.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to outages.
• Prepare and maintain records of work performed.
• Maintain state certifications via training seminars.
• Assist other Public Utilities crews as needed.

Skills

Water distribution knowledge

Safety compliance

Reading/interpret docs

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MDH Class D Water Operators Certificate

Minnesota CDL Class A with air brake

Tools

Public Utilities software

Meters and gauges

Job description

2026 Hiring Range: $28.71 to $31.97

2026 Pay Range: $28.71 to $34.17

2026 Performance-based Pay Opportunity: Up to $38.26

The City of Brainerd is recruiting a Water Serviceworker.

Qualifications for the position

• High School Diploma or General Education degree (GED).
• Possession of a MDH Class D Water Operators Certificate or ability to obtain within eighteen (18) months of hire.
• Minnesota Class A Class Commercial Drivers License with air brake endorsement or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

The following are highly desirable qualifications when hiring

• Possession of a MDH Class C Water Operators Certificate or higher.
• Minimum of two (2) years technical training and/or applicable job experience in the operation and maintenance of a water utility system.
• Graduation from Technical/Community College training program with specialized training in water operations.

Essential Functions

• Installs and maintains watermains, fire hydrants, services, valves, meters and other related water distribution components; may operate heavy machinery necessary for installation and maintenance work. Oversees water system work performed by contractors.
• Locates and repairs leaks, low pressure, and other trouble reports in the water distribution system.
• Maintains vehicles, equipment and shop areas.
• Participation in the on-call rotation is required; Willingness to accept call out/call back for outages and emergency repairs is essential. Call out/call back can be declined for good cause only.
• Prepares and maintains records of work performed.
• Maintains state certifications for operations by attending training seminars.
• Assists other Public Utilities service crews as needed and in emergencies.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the techniques, materials and equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair of water lines and related equipment;
• General knowledge of the rules and regulations governing equipment operations and utility repair work performed in or on public roads and right-of-ways.
• Knowledge of the methods, practices and tools of the plumbing and pipe fitting trades.
• Knowledge of chemicals used for water treatment and disinfection.
• Thorough knowledge of the hazards connected with water system maintenance and the necessary safety precautions to comply with Public Utilities and OSHA safety requirements.
• General knowledge of, and the ability to operate, equipment used in the water distribution system. May include meters, gauges, and underground locators.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as Public Utilities safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and policies.
• Working knowledge of computers and related Public Utilities software and communication system.
• Ability to listen and speak effectively; follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors; responds to inquiries when in the field in a prompt and professional manner regarding questions, concerns, and problems that arise.
• Ability to deal with angry and hostile customers in water turnoff situations.

Qualifications and Competencies

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Possession of a MDH Class D Water Operators Certificate or ability to obtain within eighteen (18) months of hire.
• Minnesota Class A Commercial Drivers License with air brake endorsement or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

The following are highly desirable qualifications when hiring

• Possession of a MDH Class C Water Operators Certificate or higher.
• Minimum of two (2) years technical training and/or applicable job experience in the operation and maintenance of a water utility system.
• Graduation from Technical/Community College training program with specialized training in water operations.

The City of Brainerd utilizes a performance-based pay system that provides an opportunity for additional steps based on merit.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.