What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Systems Technician I (Water Systems) position at City of Eau Claire?
We need you to help us meet our mission to provide an uninterrupted water supply to the residents of Eau Claire! Put your repair experience, knowledge of construction, and desire to be part of a small team to work as a Utility Systems Technician I (Water Systems). We are currently accepting applications for this position in our Community Services Department. Duties include: installing water services; installing water meters; maintaining and repairing valves, gauges, pumps, and other related equipment; disinfecting and pressure testing water mains; testing for water leaks in residences and commercial establishments; and more! This position includes public contact and manual labor.
Requirements:
- A High School Diploma or equivalent (GED, etc.)
- Excellent communication and computer skills
- Possess or obtain (within 6 months of hire) and maintain a valid Class B CDL license with tanker endorsement and no air brake restrictions
Preferred Qualifications:
- An associate degree in a related field
- State of Wisconsin DNR certification in Municipal Wastewater and/or Municipal Water Supply with Groundwater and Distribution subgrades
Additional Reasons to Apply:
- Receive 40 hours of vacation on your first day of employment, plus earn 80 hours of additional vacation time in the first year
- Receive 3 paid floating holidays and 8 paid regular holidays (in a calendar year)
- Potential to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Other excellent fringe benefits (paid sick leave, health insurance, life insurance, etc.)!
Wage range: $27.89 to $33.33 per hour. Application deadline: Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Application and complete job description available at www.eauclairewi.gov/jobs.*
Interviews expected to take place April 21, 2025. Candidates will be notified via email if selected to interview.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Recruitment Snapshot: https://www.eauclairewi.gov/home/showdocument?id=48365&t=638791212272042056
*Don’t have a way to apply online? Contact us at (715) 839-4921 to schedule an appointment and we can assist you!
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.EAUCLAIREWI.GOV/JOBS. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH really ONLY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.89 - $33.33 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $33
