Public Service Worker I - Streets (FT) - Operations and Maintenance

The current opening is in the Street Division. This position has a focus that includes City streets and associate infrastructures, including storm sewers, signs, streetlights, etc.

Under the direction of the divisional Field Supervisors and Lead Workers, this position supports the Operations & Maintenance Department and provides for the operation, repair, and maintenance of the City's streets, parks, water, sanitary and storm sewer systems and other associated infrastructures. Provides high levels of customer service to both internal and external customers.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Â Brooklyn Park Local 49 members will be given priority placement in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement at five (5) days.Â

• Perform street maintenance repair to include crack sealing, patching, sweeping.
• Perform concrete curb, sidewalk and pedestrian ramp replacement to meet ADA compliance.Â
• Perform snow and ice control to include street, cul-de-sac, and sidewalk & trail plowing. Ice control as warranted/necessary on streets.
• Perform sign repair to include inspections, GIS data collection, replacement and striping/marking.
• Perform MS4 inspections of storm sewer system to meet Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Requirements.
• Perform storm sewer system repair/maintenance of catch basins, storm water utility holes, storm pipes, storm water ponds, and creeks including cleaning, rebuilding, unclogging de-icing and dredging.
• Perform streetlight and traffic signal repair and pole painting.
• Perform tree trimming along storm sewer and sidewalk right of way.
• Locate and mark underground utilities; keep records, as necessary.
• Perform road maintenance operations in accordance with the pavement rating management plan.
• Perform inspections involving milling, paving and concrete replacement projects.
• Responsible for proper placement of traffic control devices in accordance with MUTC guidelines while working in roadways.
• Performs emergency hazardous materials response procedures.
• Provides assistance with vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Provides assistance in emergency or essential operations to all divisions including parks, streets and utility maintenance divisions.
• Assist other departments in their service delivery, repairs and maintenance.
• Receives and responds to requests and work orders. Follows up on complaints and other matters of public interest related to the City infrastructure, service, and maintenance.
• Deals courteously, effectively and tactfully with the public.
• Performs standby duties on scheduled rotation.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
  
  

Education

18 years of age or older

Experience

One (1) year of experience in equipment operation and general equipment maintenance for a maintenance operation

Licenses/Certifications

Valid Class "D" driver's license at time of hire.Â

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to comprehend and execute written and oral instructions.
• Ability to be cross trained in the divisions: Park Maintenance, Street Maintenance, and Utility Maintenance
• Ability to perform maintenance and repair tasks in one or more of the following divisions: Park Maintenance, Street Maintenance, and Utility Maintenance
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including but not limited to lifting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead, pushing and pulling.
• Ability to perform job responsibilities in climatic extremes common to Minnesota.
• Proven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction.Â
• Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Valid class "B" or higher driver's license
• Two (2) years of experience in equipment operation
• Two (2) years of experience in street maintenance
• Two (2) years of experience working in a municipal setting
• Previous experience snow plowing streets, sidewalks, and cul-de-sacs
• Previous experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds
• Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Lao or Vietnamese language(s)
  
  

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Brooklyn Park and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local No. 49, AFL-CIO.

About Brooklyn Park

Brooklyn Park is a thriving northwestern suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city in the state with over 86,000 residents and 30,000 jobs. As the 11th fastest growing city in Minnesota, the city has become even more vibrant because of our remarkable racial and cultural diversity. Approximately 60 percent of our residents are people of color, 22 percent are foreign-born, and more than a quarter speak a language other than English at home.

Vision, Values and GoalsDepartment/Division: Â Operations & Maintenance/Streets Division

Anticipated Hiring Wage:  $27.35 per hour, plus full-time Local 49 labor agreement benefit package

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Pay Progression

Based on the Local 49 contract with the City of Brooklyn Park, with satisfactory performance an employee would receive a 4% increase after 6 months followed by another 4% increase after one year. After year two, the employee would receive a 7.5% increase. The current salary range is $27.35 - $35.48 Hourly. Note that wages are based on the 2024/2025 contract.

Anticipated Work Schedule:Â Full-time, non-exempt, union position; standard work hours are 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday from November through April; and four (4) ten- (10) hour days from May through October with the possibility of working weekends, holidays, etc. as needed.

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We welcome applications from all individuals, including (but not limited to): people of all abilities, persons of color, Veterans, LGBTQ and women. If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability-related need and need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at either 763-493-8016 or via e-mail at humanresources@brooklynpark.org.