Street Services Worker

The City of Saint Paul Public Works Street Maintenance Division is hiring individuals to perform manual labor in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, highways, alleys, sidewalks, and City right-of-way.

• Candidates with a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) have a starting wage of $31.30 - $34.74 per hour.
• Candidates with a Class D Driver's License or equivalent and relevant work experience will have a starting wage of $25.76 per hour.

Please watch the following video to learn more about this opportunity: Street Services Worker Video.

Here's what you can expect to do:

• Work outdoors in all types of weather; nights, weekends, holidays, and reasonable overtime as required. 
• Perform snow removal and trash removal from the public right-of-way.
• Operate and maintain equipment. 
• Sweep and clean streets and performs traffic control in the right-of-way for maintenance operations. 
• Operate trucks, gasoline powered, and electric tools. 
• For more information and essential functions, see our job description.

Information Specific to this Position: 
Street Maintenance staff rotate between two schedules: winter schedule (mid-October – April) and summer schedule (April – October). Start and end dates for each schedule are contingent upon weather. The shifts available vary and shift preference is based on seniority. This position will require you to work weeknights and weekend days or nights. 

Saint Paul Public Works will be hosting the following optional in-person opportunity for people interested in learning more about the Street Services Worker position:

• Wednesday, May 14th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM 
  • Public Works Open House - 891 Dale Street North Saint Paul, MN 55102 second floor conference room
    • Meet current City employees and supervisors
    • Apply on site

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time. 

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Requirements may be met by one of the following:

• Possess and maintain a Class B or Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), including a tank vehicle endorsement, with no restrictions for airbrakes. 

Must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and submit to DOT mandated random drug and alcohol testing after hire.

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
2. Upload or submit the following documents via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) 
   • A legible copy (both sides) of your valid Driver’s License (required)
   • A resume (optional)

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Assessment: Qualifications Rating

The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. 

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements and receive an assessment score of 75% or higher will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. You will be notified of your status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. 

Human Resources Contact Information:
Danni Smith at 651-266-6566
Email: danni.smith@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. 

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary : $65,104 - $72,259