What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Service Worker - Utilities position at City of St. Louis Park, MN?
Salary : $62,712.00 - $89,211.20 Annually
Location : St. Louis Park, MN
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 2024-920-04
Department : Public Works
Opening Date : 12 / 23 / 2024
Job Summary
About us
The City of St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in race, equity, and inclusion. As one of the city's strategic priorities, the city seeks to ensure all practices, programs, policies, and services of the city are fair, inclusive, and equitable. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences, and our strategic vision includes hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization.
About the position
With an emphasis on utility locating, employee will perform locates on water main, sewer main, stormwater main, electric lines, manholes and other infrastructure as need by Gopher State One Call system. Respond to after-hours emergencies and essential tasks as needed in all areas of maintenance. Perform various types of manual labor and operate equipment in all areas of public works or parks and recreation.
Wage listed is based on a maximum base wage of $40.23 plus $2.66 water and sewer certification pay.
This position has been reposted and will remain open until filled. If you have applied within the last 6 months, you do not need to apply again.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Perform utility locates as dictated by Gopher State One Call system. Update and maintain city utility maps. Manage utility locate projects throughout construction season.
2. Perform a variety of maintenance and repair services on utilities.
- Jet sanitary and storm sewer lines.
- Sewer line, manhole and catch basins maintenance and repair.
- Install and remove meters, regulators, test or usage recording equipment.
- Operate fire hydrants and perform water system repair in emergency situations.
3. Snow removal of public streets, alleys, sidewalks, trails, bridges and right-of-way using plowing, blowing and shoveling.
4. Operate and maintain equipment in a proficient manner as it relates to maintaining the integrity of the city's infrastructure systems. Report equipment problems to appropriate staff minimizing equipment downtime.
5. Required to carry the "On Call" operations phone for the duration of 7 days on a rotating schedule assigned by the manager and respond to after hour emergencies when notified.
6. Other Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Physically perform essential functions and requirements of the position, including the ability to operate equipment / tools needed and work year-round in either an outdoor or indoor environment including extreme temperatures for extended lengths of time.
Desired Qualifications
As a contract locator.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Applications must be filled completely for consideration.
This position is eligible for a competitive benefits package.
Do you have a high school degree or equivalent?
Do you have a valid Class B Commercial Driver's license with air brake endorsements?
If yes, what is your CDL license number?
Are you able to obtain a valid Class B commercial Driver's License with tanker and air brake endorsement within six months? (Please note the city has certified trainers that offer onsite training hours.)
Are you willing and able to work a varied schedule and work a 24-hour on-call status when scheduled?
Do you have locate experience?
Describe your experience with utility locating.
Do you have experience with manual labor and operation of trucks and light equipment?
Describe your experience with manual labor and operation of trucks and light equipment.
Do you have jetting experience?
Describe your experience with jetting.
Required Question
Salary : $62,712 - $89,211
