Utility Maintenance Worker - Water Production

Utility Maintenance Worker - Water Production

Salary

$35.67 - $43.74 Hourly

Location

Utilities Facility

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202609241

Department

Public Works

Division

Utilities

Opening Date

09/24/2026

Closing Date

10/21/2026 8:00 AM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Description

Utility Maintenance Worker - Water Production

Pay: $35.67 - $43.74 per hour, DOQ

This is a long-term/temporary, full-time, benefit eligible, union position

Join Team Eagan!

We're seeking a safety-focused, collaborative individual with a commitment to public service for our Utility Maintenance Worker - Water Production position. This position performs tasks to support the functions of the Utilities Division including the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City's wells, raw water collection system, water treatment plants, reservoirs, and pump stations. This position is also responsible for monitoring water distribution, sanitary collection, and storm conveyance via SCADA for the residents and businesses of Eagan.

• This is a long-term, temporary position that will end on or before September 30, 2029*

Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview. Invitations will be sent out as applications are received and reviewed.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 21st @ 8:00am (CST)

Essential Position Functions

• Inspect, operate, and maintain the City's wells, Class A water treatment plants, reservoirs, and booster stations
• Perform routine process control analyses
• Enter, review, and maintain inspection and maintenance records
• Monitor water distribution, sanitary collection, and storm conveyance systems via SCADA
• Takes water samples at various points in the raw water collection, treatment, and distribution system for chemical and biological analyses
• Respond to emergency callbacks after scheduled work hours
• Enter, review, and maintain inspection and maintenance records
• Perform cleaning, preventative maintenance, and repair of Public Works facilities and equipment
• Adhere to and implement all safety rules, regulations, and practices
• Promote and maintain good relationships between co-workers, supervisors, and the general public
• Work with or for other Public Works Divisions as assigned, including snowplowing and other maintenance activities

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid Class D or higher Minnesota Driver's license, or equivalent from another state
• Valid Class A Minnesota Commercial Driver's License (Interstate, Category 1 or 2) with air brake and tank endorsements within 180 days of hire - Training Provided!
• Valid Class D Water Operator Certificate within 18 months of hire - Training Provided!
• Valid Class SD Wastewater Operator Certificate within 18 months of hire - Training Provided!

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Materials, methods, and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of water, sanitary, and storm systems
• Occupational hazards of work and necessary job-related safety precautions
• Safety and environmental laws, procedures, and reporting requirements

Skilled in:

• Oral and written communications including research and preparation of reports and studies
• Creating and maintaining effective working relationships
• The use of all tools and equipment associated with water, sanitary, and storm systems including varied and specified equipment in wells, treatment plants, water distribution, and lift stations
• The operation of vehicles used for utility maintenance operations

Ability to:

• Follow oral and written communications
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public
• Perform all the essential position functions under the working conditions described
• Safely operate vehicles and equipment used for utility repair and operational maintenance

Things that may help you be successful in this role

• Associates Degree or Diploma in Water Environmental Technologies or closely related field
• Valid Minnesota Class C or higher Water Operator license
• Valid Minnesota Class SC or higher Wastewater Operator license
• Valid Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tank endorsements
• Three (3) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection, and storm conveyance systems in either a Minnesota Class B or Class A water or wastewater utility system including infrastructure, appurtenances, and equipment
• Three (3) years of experience with SCADA, CMMS, and/or GIS in the operation of a Minnesota Class B or Class A water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection, or storm conveyance systems
• Valid Minnesota Special Boilers license - Must be obtained within 18 months of hire

Working Environment, Physical Requirements, and Hours:

• 50% indoor water treatment facility; 50% field
• Normal working hours are from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday. The employee shall be available for extended workdays and callbacks. Shift changes, standby duties, and on-call assignment will be determined by the Superintendent of Utilities.
• Employee will be required to do sustained physical work in any and all weather conditions

CLICK HERE to view the full position description, working conditions, and physical requirements.

Why choose the City of Eagan?

We love to work hard and play hard! We have supportive leadership and a known culture of teamwork. Current employees have said they like working for #TeamEagan because of the strong connection to the Community, great benefits, access to nature, and it's a place that being respectful is the norm - people are just nice!

What are the benefit offerings?

For detailed plan information please visit our Benefits Website at https://c2mb.ajg.com/cityofeagan/home/.

Benefits

• Medical - Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN
• Dental - Health Partners
• Basic Life, AD&D, Long-Term Disability
• Voluntarily Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Vision
• Legal Services
• Flexible Spending (medical and dependent care)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount programs

Retirement and Medical Savings Options

• Retirement Investment opportunities through MissionSquare Retirement and Minnesota State Retirement System
• PERA Pension
• Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP)

Leave accruals

• Vacation accrues at a rate that equates to 3-weeks per year, with opportunities to accrue more after 10 years of employment
• Opportunities to purchase up to 40 hours of vacation, earn PTO for wellness incentives, convert sick time to vacation, volunteer hours, etc.
• Sick and safe leave will be accrued on a per pay period basis at the rate of one working day each calendar month

If you have additional questions, please contact Human Resources at hrjobs@eaganmn.gov.

01

I understand this is a full-time, temporary, benefit eligible position that will end on or before September 30, 2029.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you able to meet the physical requirements of the position and perform the essential position functions under the working conditions described?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (Interstate, Category 1 or 2) with air brake and tank endorsement -OR- the ability to obtain one within 180 days of hire with City provided training?

• Yes - I have a Class A CDL
• No - I do not have a Class A CDL but I CAN obtain one within 180 days of hire
• No - I do not have a Class A CDL and I CANNOT obtain one within 180 days of hire

07

Do you have a valid Class D Water Operator Certificate -OR- can you obtain one within 18 month of hire with City provided training?

• Yes - I have a Class D Water Operator Certificate
• No - I do not have a Class D Water Operator Certificate, but I CAN obtain one within 18 months of hire
• No - I do not have a Class D Water Operator Certificate and I CANNOT obtain one within 18 months of hire

08

Do you have a valid SD Wastewater Operator Certificate -OR- the ability to obtain one within 18 months of hire with City provided training?

• Yes - I have a Class SD Wastewater Operator Certificate
• No - I do not have a Class SD Wastewater Operator Certificate, but I CAN obtain one within 18 month of hire
• No - I do not have a Class SD Wastewater Operator Certificate and CANNOT obtain one within 18 months of hire

09

Do you have an associates degree or diploma in Water Environmental Technologies or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

10

Please list all degrees received as well as the name, location, and course of study of all colleges, universities, and technical/vocational schools attended. Include any special courses or training youve completed related to this position (NA if none).

11

Do you have a valid Minnesota Class C or higher Water Operator license?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you have a valid Minnesota Class SC or higher Wastewater Operator license?

• Yes
• No

13

How many years of experience do you have in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection, and storm conveyance systems in either a Minnesota Class B or Class A water or wastewater utility system including infrastructure, appurtenances, and equipment?

• No Experience
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5+ years

14

How many years of experience do you have with SCADA, CMMS, and/or GIS in the operation of a Minnesota Class B or Class A water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection, or storm conveyance systems?

• No Experience
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5+ years

15

List all SCADA, GIS, and/or CMMS software programs youve used and the number of years of experience with each (NA if none).

16

Do you have a valid Minnesota Special Boilers License?

• Yes
• No

17

If you do not have a MN Special Boilers License, can you obtain one within 18 months of hire?

• Yes
• No
• NA - I already have this license

Required Question

Employer City of Eagan

Address 3830 Pilot Knob Rd

Eagan, Minnesota, 55122

Phone 651-675-5000

Website https://www.cityofeagan.com