Water Utility Worker I

About the Position Watch our promotional video to learn more about the Water Department and these positions! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS POSITION: The current openings are located at Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS), 1900 Rice Street, Saint Paul, MN.
SPRWS provides drinking water and related services to the City of Saint Paul in addition to several surrounding suburban communities.
This position provides an opportunity to perform important and meaningful work in a team-oriented environment.
Training and future career advancement opportunities are available.
The position typically performs maintenance tasks on the water supply and distribution systems.
Including the following: Installation of water mains, hydrants, valves, and water services as part of a construction crew while gaining additional experience through our training program.
Work is performed almost exclusively outdoors, involving exposure to rain, snow, cold, heat, road dust, asphalt, diesel fumes, road chemicals, and traffic noise.
Daily work involves standing, stooping, walking, and lifting objects weighing up to 90 pounds.
Duties also include climbing ladders and driving in trucks to and from job sites.
Hazards can include working in heavy traffic, operating power tools and equipment, and working around heavy equipment.
The normal work schedule is Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.
m.
to 3:30 p.
m.
Overtime work is an expectation of the position and includes reporting to work during emergency conditions such as when water main breaks occur.
This position may experience a temporarily layoff from December 1st through March 15th during the first two years of employment.
As additional openings arise and seniority climbs, year round positions become available.
Employees in this title remain on City health insurance and receive unemployment during layoff periods.
Check out our excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid time off.
Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.
The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the Water Utility Worker I Job Description.
The City of Saint Paul’s mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work.
Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.
Position Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
How to Apply by Closing Date Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
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Hiring Process Information 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.
Condition of Employment: 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.
Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer.
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Human Resources Contact Information: Consultant Ellen Friedman at 651-266-6533 200 City Hall Annex 25 West Fourth Street Saint Paul, MN 55102 Fax: 651-266-6490 E-mail: jobs@stpaul.
gov To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply.
For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627 during regular business hours.
Additionally, City of Saint Paul staff are available for application assistance between the hours of 8:00 a.
m.
and 4:30 p.
m.
at 651-266-6500.
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.
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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.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions.
Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement.
Benefits may include:City Paid Benefits Health Insurance Vacation/Holidays Sick Leave Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement ProgramOptional Benefits Dental Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Care Insurance For a detailed overview, visit General Benefits.