Street Maintenance Laborer

Street Maintenance Laborer

Salary

$51,255.00 - $61,865.00 Annually

Location

Duluth, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

L26081

Department

Public Works & Utilities

Division

Street Maintenance

Opening Date

09/22/2026

Closing Date

10/6/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Basic

Probation Period

12 months

Eligible List Duration

6 months

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Posting Information

To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and/or repair of City streets. The work involves performing manual tasks under direct supervision of a leadworker or other higher-level classified employees and may involve the use of hand and power tools and the operation of light truck and construction equipment; duties may be performed under adverse weather or working conditions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

1. Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.

2. Perform various road construction tasks along with associated street maintenance work.

3. Perform street patching using hot and cold mix asphalt.

4. Occasionally assist in paving operations of streets and alleyways.

5. Perform drainage control measures, such as cleaning catch basins and culvert entries and exits.

6. Assist in installing and maintaining traffic control devices, barricades, street signs, and snow fences.

7. Assist in forming, mixing, and pouring concrete to replace or repair curbs, gutters, and sidewalks.

8. Assist in crack sealing operations using a variety of different materials.

9. Assist in roadside grass cutting and/or roadside brushing/right of way clearing.

10. Assist in street and legend painting operations.

11. Efficiently load multiple types of material into single and tandem axle trucks.

12. Operate a variety of motorized vehicles, including but not limited to, pick-up trucks, one-ton dump trucks, and pre-heated patch trailers.

13. Operate a tandem axle dump truck hauling aggregate, sand, salt, blacktop, and snow.

14. Assist in ice removal due to water main break, sump pump, storm water issues, etc.

15. Perform light equipment maintenance such as changing tires, vehicle washing, repairing tire chains, adding fluids to proper levels, replacing cutting edges, and daily inspection checklists.

16. Operate a variety of power tools and hand tools including chainsaws, street routers, concrete cut-off saws, self-propelled concrete saws, etc.

17. Perform indoor maintenance and routine cleaning of Street Maintenance facilities.

18. Clean up blight and debris citywide.

19. Other related duties may be assigned.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience Requirements

A. A minimum of one (1) year of verifiable experience as a construction laborer; or a position with equivalent duties.

License Requirements

A. Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class B Commercial Driver's license or equivalent, including Air Brake endorsement. Must possess Tanker endorsement within six (6) months of employment.

Selection Process Information

Education/Experience Review (40% of scoring process; 70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Performance Exam (60% of scoring process; 70 pass point): The top scoring applicants from the Education/Experience Review will be invited to participate in the Performance Exam. In addition, applicants eligible for veterans preference who pass the Education/Experience Review will move forward to the Performance Exam. If selected, you will be notified regarding the date, time, and location of the exam. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

Non-Discrimination

The City of Duluth is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Alternative Exam Process (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)

For individuals who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), alternative examination processes are available on an individual basis upon prior arrangement. Contact Human Resources at 218-730-5210, as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date of the exam. TDD services are available through 218-730-5630.

Work Eligibility

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Duluth requires verification of identity and work eligibility at the point of hire.

Right to Appeal (does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, temporary, or part-time non-union selections)

Any applicant who has been found qualified to participate in a selection process for a position in the classified service who has reason to contest the validity or fairness of any step in the selection process may appeal to the Civil Service Board within 10 calendar days of the examination. (If the examination is an Education & Experience Review, the applicant must appeal within 10 calendar days of the closing date for accepting applications.) The notice of appeal shall be in writing, shall contain a complete statement of the matter in controversy and the relief requested, and shall be signed and dated by the appellant. The notice shall be addressed to the Civil Service Board and be delivered to the Human Resources Office. If an applicant wishes to file an appeal electronically, the notice should be sent by email to hrinformation@duluthmn.gov.

VETERANS PREFERENCE

Does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, seasonal, temporary, or part-time non-union selections

To apply for Veterans Preference, the applicant must attach the required documents when submitting their application.

• Scan and combine all documents into one file before uploading it to the Attachments section of the application.
• Submitting this information is optional, but preference points cannot be awarded without it.
• Points are only awarded if the applicant passes all exams and submits all required documents to Human Resources.

OPEN SELECTIONS

Veteran

Required Documents:

• DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge.

Disabled Veteran

Required Documents:

• DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge;
• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA) Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater, dated within the past 12 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran

Required Documents:

• Marriage certificate;
• DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge;
• USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater, dated within the past 12 months.

Eligibility:

• The applicant must currently be married to the veteran;
• The veteran must meet the minimum qualifications for the position but be unable to use the preference because of a service-connected disability. The applicant must explain this in their response to the related question in the Agency Questions section of the application.

Spouse of Deceased Veteran

Required Documents:

• Marriage certificate;
• Death certificate;
• DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge;
• USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater.

Eligibility:

• The applicant must not have remarried;
• The veteran must have died during active duty or as a result of an injury received during active duty.

PROMOTIONAL OR INTERNAL SELECTIONS

Points are only awarded to Disabled Veterans score one time, on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment.

Disabled Veteran

Required Documents:

• DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge;
• USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 50% or greater, dated within the past 12 months.

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional information about Veterans Preference.

Eligible City of Duluth employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
• Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.

01

Do you have a valid Class B commercial drivers license or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

This position also requires a tankers endorsement within six months of employment, do you have your tankers endorsement? If not, are you able to get one within six months?

03

Do you have one (1) year of verifiable experience as a construction laborer; or one year in a position with equivalent duties? If so, please explain your experience.

04

Explain your experience operating equipment such as a 5 yard dump truck, sand truck, and flusher, or any equipment requiring a Class B commercial drivers license.

05

Please explain your experience using hand and power tools in construction.

06

Describe your professional paid experience maintaining streets and street surfaces, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drains, catch basins, utility pipe lines, and related public works.

Required Question

Employer City of Duluth

Address 411 W 1st St

Duluth, Minnesota, 55802

Phone 218-730-5210

Website https://duluthmn.gov/human-resources