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Utility Pathways (Maintenance Worker)

City of Bloomington
Bloomington, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/30/2025
The City of Bloomington will be hiring TWO individuals for this Pathways Programs

To create a pathways program to a Utility Operator position, the Utilities Division is looking for candidates interested in the water and wastewater fields combining work experience along with classroom instruction necessary to meet the testing qualifications for the CL-D Water and CL-SD Wastewater licenses. Once licensed, employees would be qualified to advance to a Utility Operator position. 

 

Individual(s) will perform various types of manual labor, semi-skilled, or skilled work in the maintenance of the City’s water distribution, water treatment, and wastewater collection systems. To participate in the education programs necessary to meet the testing qualifications for Minnesota Cl-D Water and CL-SD Wastewater Operator licensure.


Individual hired will work a 40-hour work week, of which 8 hours will be attending class and 32 working with Utilities crew to gain job experience. It is anticipated the coursework will take one year to complete. All course fees and equipment are provided and paid for. Courses start April 14, 2025.

CITY VALUES & EXPECTATIONS

  • Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
  • Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
  • Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
  • Embraces the City’s shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City’s vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly

When assigned to the Utility Operations

  • Operate, inspect and make repairs to the wastewater collection system, including lift stations
  • Operate, inspect and make repairs to the water distribution infrastructure
  • Install, read and repair residential and commercial meters as needed
  • Assist in excavation of water and sewer repairs, including set-ups for traffic control
  • Use all relevant Utilities’ computerized applications and data collection tools
  • Operate trucks and other equipment (non-CDL)
  • Observe safety regulations; operates vehicles and equipment in a safe and competent manner
  • Perform groundskeeping and landscaping duties
  • Work with or for other Public Works Divisions as assigned, including snowplowing and other maintenance activities
  • Complete training programs as assigned
  • Complete Utility Operator education program 
  • Perform other duties as apparent or assigned

When assigned to the Water Treatment Plant

  • Perform routine process control analyses
  • Observe safety regulations; operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and competent manner
  • Use all plant control systems and data collection and retrieval tools according to standard operating procedures
  • Perform cleaning, preventative maintenance and repair of water supply and treatment plant equipment
  • Perform labor necessary to complete assigned tasks on various Utilities projects
  • Properly collect and transport water samples and perform limited analyses
  • Respond promptly, professionally and accurately to customer service calls
  • Complete training programs as assigned
  • Perform other duties as apparent or assigned


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED

  • Interest in drinking water supply, treatment technologies or wastewater collection systems
  • Demonstrates ability to perform strenuous manual tasks for extended periods of time
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Valid Minnesota driver’s license
  • Possess basic computer skills


DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Possess a valid Minnesota Commercial Class B driver’s license with air brake and tanker endorsements
  • Experience utilizing a tablet or personal computer for education or work purposes
  • Experience working or interacting with culturally diverse populations
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to speak a second language, in addition to English that has a recognized presence in the community. (Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese, Chinese Mandarin, Cambodian, etc.)

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

This position may provide intermittent job site instructions to contract personnel or seasonal employees.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

  • Must maintain Water and Wastewater licenses
  • Must maintain the Class B commercial driver’s license


Anticipated Hiring Range: $28.50 – $30.24 Hourly

2025 Full Salary Range: $28.50 – $38.00 Hourly


Full-Time; Non-Exempt; Non-Union; Benefits Eligible

The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Salary : $29 - $30

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