TEMPORARY - Public Services Worker - Utilities

1. Perform semi-skilled work under direct supervision and independently as directed.  Duties include outdoor work in local climatic extremes.
2. Perform strenuous and heavy manual labor including lifting and digging for an extended amount of time, under all kinds of extreme weather conditions, emergencies, and hazardous environments.
3. Operate mechanical equipment, including trucks requiring a CDL license, backhoes, sewer cleaning equipment, and sewer line televising equipment.
4. Read and understand written instructions such as operating manuals for mechanical and process control equipment.
5. Perform basic mathematical computations and work requiring basic computer skills.
6. Perform inspections of plant, water treatment, distribution equipment, lift stations, and electrical and control equipment.
7. Perform utility locates using computer utility maps and specialized line tracing equipment.
8. Assist in operation and maintenance of water distribution system and sewer systems, including repair and maintenance of water mains, manholes, hydrants, valves and associated equipment.
9. Perform maintenance functions under hazardous conditions, including entering confined space areas including manholes and filter vessels, under or below grade depths down to 30 ft., as well as climbing ladders and platforms on water towers of up to 150 feet high and working in temporary street/highway work zones.
10. Assist in providing efficient operation and maintenance of water treatment plants, booster facilities, lift stations, and sanitary sewer/storm sewer conveyance systems.
11. Assist residents with utility related service calls.
12. Respond to emergency call-backs and overtime requests as well as on-call duties on a scheduled rotational basis and as directed, including up to eight weeks of on-call night/weekend duties per year, in accordance with the City's policies and requirements. Generally, employees are expected to respond to work locations in Fridley within 60 minutes from time of callout during on-call assignment periods (includes nights and weekends).

1. Operate and maintains light equipment, motors, and machines.
2. Operate and assists with maintenance on pumps, instrumentation and control systems, and SCADA systems.
3. Perform a variety of manual tasks and semi-skilled duties as assigned for the Public Works Department, including snow plowing and other job duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possession of a High School Diploma or GED 
2. Possession of a Minnesota Class D Water Supply System Operator's Certificate, or Class D wastewater/collection systems operator certificate, or ability to obtain one within eighteen (18) months of employment.  
3. Possession of a valid Minnesota Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) or the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment.
4. Prior experience driving a Class B vehicle and operating various kinds of heavy and light maintenance equipment.
5. Available to regularly respond and arrive to work locations in Fridley within 60 minutes from time of callout during on-call assignment periods.
6. Ability to meet the physical demands of this job as indicated indicated below in the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities section with reasonable accommodation.
7. Must be able to successfully complete the City’s pre-placement physical examination, drug test, background/reference check, including a good driving history.

1. Possession of a Minnesota Water Supply System Operator's Certificate or equivalent.
2. Possession of a wastewater/collection system operator certificate or equivalent.  
3. Possession of a valid Minnesota Commercial Driver's License (Class B) with a good driving history and no restrictions.  
4. Two (2) years prior experience driving a Class B vehicle (CDL) and operating various kinds of heavy and light maintenance equipment.
5. Successful completion of technical college program in water systems operation.
6. Two (2) years prior employment experience in utility construction and maintenance, including water distribution system maintenance, sanitary/storm water conveyance systems and repairs, and utility locating.
7. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of pumps, pump control systems, trucks, light equipment, motors, and machines.
8. Experience in the safe and efficient use of tools and equipment used in the Public Works Department.

1. Operation and maintenance of trucks, light equipment, motors, and machines.
2. Methods, techniques, tools, equipment and materials utilized in assigned area.
3. Safety principles and practices related to Maintenance and Operations projects and materials.
4. Proper procedures used in the operation, maintenance, and repair of water treatment, storage, and distribution systems, power equipment, hand tools, and motorized equipment used in construction and maintenance.
5. Basic office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting software applications, as needed.
6. Safe use of hazardous chemicals.
7. Principles and practices of record keeping.
8. Principles and practices of exceptional customer service.
9. Public Works industry and local government maintenance operations.

1. Maintain and repair a variety of tools and equipment.
2. Follow oral instructions and read, interpret, follow and explain written instructions, such as operating manuals and safety instructions.
3. Communicate clearly orally and in writing.
4. Operate processes and equipment in a manner consistent with safety principles.
5. Perform maintenance and repair of water and sewer system equipment and report the need for more difficult mechanical repairs.
6. Maintain written and computerized records.
7. Safely drive and skillfully operate power equipment and hand tools involved in maintenance, repair, and construction activities.
8. Work both in a team setting and independently in the absence of supervision.
9. Ability to perform job responsibilities outdoors in all Minnesota weather including climatic extremes.
10. Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
11. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
12. Operate computers and handheld devices that utilize contemporary office and related application software
13. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Salary : $28 - $36