What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker Utilities position at City of Burnsville, MN?
Position Details
As a Maintenance Worker in the Utilities Department, you will contribute to keeping our community safe, vibrant, and welcoming for all by assisting with the repair, upkeep, and operation of Burnsville’s utility systems. You will benefit from Burnsville’s leading-edge Total Rewards program and be part of a collaborative environment within a strengths-based culture of support and development.
Our Public Works Department is a collaborative team of talented individuals who work to keep our city running smoothly and efficiently, making essential contributions to the vitality of our established and evolving city.
This role is non-exempt (hourly) with a starting wage of $34.00 per hour, or $72,720.00 annually. The position will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications scheduled for May 5. Learn more about the Maintenance Worker Utilities position here.
How you'll use your strengths every day
The Maintenance Worker values people and perspectives by:
- Building strong relationships with City staff, contractors, and regulators.
- Responding to calls and emergency situations to serve the public.
They are on the leading edge when they:
- Use technology to support the implementation of maintenance goals.
- Improve processes and seek opportunities to optimize results.
They expect the best by:
- Providing high-quality utility maintenance operations.
- Proactively pursuing continuing education opportunities.
What you'll bring to help you be successful
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one (1) year of experience in maintenance or construction, with a minimum of six (6) months specifically in water distribution, sanitary collection systems, or the water and sewer construction industry—or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within nine (9) months of hire.
- Ability to obtain a Class D Water Operator Certification within two (2) years.
- Ability to obtain a Class S-D Collection System Operator Certification within two (2) years.
BENEFITS-ELIGIBLE
In Burnsville, we create great experiences for our employees so they do the same for our community. We offer total rewards, development opportunities, and flexibility that reflect our commitment to you.
Total Rewards
Providing the highest level of care for our community starts with caring well for you. We provide a wide range of benefits to full-time employees and part-time employees who are scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Focused on your wellbeing, our total rewards include:
- Twelve weeks of paid well-being leave.
- Up to four weeks paid bereavement leave.
- Leave donation options to take care of one-another.
- 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance and options for caring for your family.
- Employer yearly contribution to HSA or HRA/VEBA plans of $3,300 for single and $5,300 for employee-plus and family coverage.
- City contribution to your retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year.
- Vacation equivalency that recognizes your professional expertise.
- Sick leave and 13 paid holidays annually.
We believe that we all can benefit from ongoing learning and growth. We offer focused development opportunities through our organizational university, Burnsville University, to help people and teams be their best. Our comprehensive onboarding path engages new employees right from the start, with a year-long experience focused on connecting you to our organization and community.
Work Your Way
We are committed to flexibility in meeting the needs of our employees while continuing to provide excellent service to our organization and community. That’s why we encourage remote and flexible work, when we are able. Whether you want to work in a coffee shop, adjust your start time, or wear jeans on a Monday, we encourage employees to work in a way that allows you to be your best.
Salary : $5,000 - $72,720
