Maintenance Worker II Water Distribution

Maintenance Worker II Water Distribution

Water Division Public Works Department

Job posted until filled

Visit Job summary:

Under general direction, installs, maintains and repairs the Citys water distribution system. Operates heavy equipment to perform general and emergency construction, maintenance and repair of water mains and related facilities. Performs location of underground water and fiber utilities, water taps and related water customer service work. Investigates customer service complaints.

Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other

Associates degree from an accredited educational institution, or two years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in heavy labor and construction for water system installation and repair or equivalent. State of Iowa DNR Grade I Water Distribution Certificate required within one year of hire. State of Iowa DNR Grade II Water Distribution Certificate required within three years of hire. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial drivers license instruction permit upon first day in position. *Valid State of Iowa Class A commercial drivers license with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Must live within 25 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa City, Iowa within one year of appointment to the position.

Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other

Associates degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience, or three years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

*Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required CDL is provided by the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete ELDT and to take required CDL tests. Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the CDL manual and practice test are available at this QR code.

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It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees.