Salary: $24.75 - $34.25 HourlyLocation : Albert Lea, MNJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 00092Department: Public WorksDivision: Utilities-Water/SewerOpening Date: 11/04/2024Closing Date: 11/22/2024 11:59 PM CentralDescriptionIntroductionWe welcome you as an applicant for employment with the City of Albert Lea. It is the City's policy to provide equalopportunity in employment. Please furnish complete information, so we may accurately and completely assess your qualifications. You may attach any other information which provides additional detail about your qualifications for employment in the position you seek. This may include a cover letter, resume or any other pertinent information you think may be helpful in our search for a qualified candidate. ***Please Note: See Resume is not an acceptable response for entries on the application. Resumes will only be considered in addition to, but not in lieu of the on-line application.General Statement of Duties: Performs routine to semi-skilled maintenance work with the City water, sewer and storm sewer distribution system; performs related duties as required.Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Utility Superintendent; receives work direction from the Utility Foreman.Supervision Exercised: None. Examples of Duties*Works on digging crew to locate and repair or replace service lines and make plumbing connections; may operate backhoe.*Assists with repair of sanitary sewers and manhole structures.*Assists at the water plants and lift stations as needed.*Assists with installation, replacement or repair of water mains.*Logs all repair work done on utilities and enters work done, parts used, service addresses, footages, completed and meter service information into GIS system.*Televises sewer lines, inspect lines to determine the location of the problem and records findings or notifies homeowners of their responsibility.*Operates a variety of equipment to maintain underground utilities that may include: front-end loaders, vac-truck, excavator, skid loader, dozer, backhoe, dump trucks, service trucks with cranes and welder.*Assist with snow removal from around lift stations and the water plants and may be asked to act as a backup to the street maintenance staff for snow events.*Restores or assists with restoring excavations to street grade after underground work is completed.*Assists with building and repairing storm sewers and inlets.*Sets up proper signage for traffic in work zones.*Ensures all trenching is properly shored and all safety precautions are followed in accordance with OSHA requirements; attends and follows competent person training.*Maintains fire hydrants including flushing and repair.*Ensures lift stations and water plant are operating properly during assigned on-call weekend.*Repairs, or replaces pumps and other maintenance work in sanitary and storm water lift stations*Notifies residents and businesses of water shutoffs and assists with shutting off water; repairs or replaces water shutoffs.*Performs daily pre-trip inspections and minor preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles(s).*Loads and hauls gravel, dirt, concrete, water and sewer lines and parts and other materials.*Responds to emergency callouts.*Performs building and equipment maintenance and repair work as needed, which may include: cleaning, plumbing, basic electrical painting, greasing, pump repair and general maintenance*Assist with generators in power outages.*Operates pumps to limit sewage flow during heavy rains to prevent sewer backups.*Assists other departments when requested.*Performs other duties as needed or assigned. Assists with locating underground utilities and tracing lines. May change light bulbs and check for any noticeable problems on the water tower. Typical Qualifications*Considerable knowledge of sewer, water and storm sewer distribution system maintenance operations.*Considerable knowledge of materials, methods, tools and practices used in sewer and water distribution system maintenance and repair.*Considerable knowledge of the safety hazards and precautions necessary to perform water and sewer maintenance work.*Working knowledge of the traffic laws related to operating trucks and light and heavy equipment may be required.*Considerable ability to safely operate department equipment to maintain and repair sewer and water lines and storm sewers.*Considerable ability to perform heavy manual labor requiring continual use of large motor skills, bending, reaching, crouching, stretching, pushing, pulling, shoveling, twisting and turning to perform the work.*Considerable ability to frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and less frequently lift objects weighing up to 80 pounds.*Considerable ability to see during the day and night, including good peripheral vision and color vision.*Considerable ability to maintain a good driving record and to drive safely and legally.*Considerable ability to work outside, year-round, including during inclement weather and extremes of temperature.*Considerable ability to work in confined spaces such as a lift station, storm sewer or utility hole.*Working ability to use fine motor skills, sometimes repetitively to manipulate hand tools and small parts.*Working ability to work with exposure to loud noises and fumes.*Working ability to communicate effectively with City staff and the public and to operate a radio and phone.*Working ability to read and follow written and oral instructions and to hear at a level sufficient to communicate with staff and avoid safety concerns.*Working ability to maintain balance while working at heights on occasion.*Ability to work nights and weekends as needed during emergency callouts.DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSGraduation from high school or GED equivalent with previous experience operating excavation equipment and/or maintaining and repairing underground utilities including storm and sanitary sewers, water mains; or any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSMust possess and maintain a valid state class A driver's license or the ability to obtain within six months of hire.Employee Benefit Summary for the City of Albert Lea 2024 - Public Works and Parks
Retirement (PERA) - as a full-time employee of the City of Albert Lea, you are automatically a member of PERA (Public Employee Retirement Association of Minnesota). - Employee Contributions -6.50%
- Employer Contributions-7.50%
- Vesting- 100% after 3 years
2. Health Insurance: coverage for you and your eligible dependents start on the first of the month following your date of hire. The City offers two different health insurance plans with three deductible options for each plan. HSA/VEBA contribution of single $1,200 and family $1,900 with the opportunity to make an additional $300 through participation in the wellness program
Life Insurance: $10,000 provided by the City. Flexible Benefit Accounts for both health care and dependent care. LTD - 90 day waiting period, 60% of monthly pay up to a max of $6,000 per month Leave Benefits initially: Vacation - 8 hrs. per month (240 max) Sick Leave - 8 hrs. per month (960 max) Holiday - 11 paid holidays and 1 Floating HolidayVoluntary Plans
Supplemental Life Insurance. PERA and/or Sun Life AFLAC Insurance -optional employee benefits; life, critical illness, accident & short-term disability. Dental insurance through Delta Dental. Deferred compensation (457 plan) -- Mission Square or Nationwide (similar to a 401k) Identity Theft/Legal Insurance Vision Plan01 Do you possess a Commercial Driver's License?
02 If yes to CDL, what Class/Type?
03 Do you have a tanker endorsement?
04 Describe your experience and level of proficiency in using computers: 05 Sewer Maintenance experience in any of the following: Check all that apply.
- Catch basin installation/repair
- Culvert work
- Ditch clearing
- Storm sewer installation/repair
06 Describe your experience in general sewer maintenance, including number of years experience: 07 Water system maintenance experience in any of the following: Check all the apply.
- Well maintenance
- Water installation/inspections
- Water line servicing
- Sewer installation/inspections
08 Describe your experience in water system maintenance, including number of years experience. 09 Describe your experience operating heavy equipment: (dump truck, trailers, skid loader, back hoe, tractors) 10 Do you have a Water Supply System Operator Certificate? If Yes, what class? 11 Do you have a Sewer Collection System Operator Certificate? If yes, what class? 12 What do you think is the key to providing quality customer service? Describe how you have demonstrated this in your past work history. 13 Describe your experience with pumps and motor maintenance. 14 Describe your experience in general mechanical aptitude and electrical knowledge. Required Question