Maintenance Worker II - Wastewater Treatment

Accepting applications for: Maintenance Worker II•Wastewater Treatment Wastewater Division / Public Works Department Application deadline: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online Permanent full-time position available

Wage:

$54,100.80•$69,638.40 (starting wage contingent upon experience)

Hours:

Monday•Friday, 7:00am•3:30pm, and on-call every 7 weeks

Job Summary:

Under general direction, assists with performs general maintenance and repairs of plant processing equipment and lift stations. Performs specialized construction, modifications and installation of equipment and structures.

Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and one year of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in equipment repair and maintenance or related. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial driver's license instruction permit upon first day in position. Valid State of Iowa Class A commercial driver's license with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months of hire. Forklift certification required within two years of appointment. 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:

Associate's degree from an accredited educational institution; or two years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. State of Iowa DNR Grade I Wastewater Operator certificate. Flagging training. Backflow prevention certification. Confined space entry training.

More information:

Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required Commercial Driver's License (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 on the Iowa Department of Transportation website . A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions. The City of Iowa City is an eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please visit the PSLF website for more information. It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees. Disability-related accommodations can be requested at 319-356-5020 or jobs@iowa-city.org .