Job Summary:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of work activities to Operate, Maintain and Repair the City's Water Purification/Distribution and Wastewater Systems.

Representative Duties/Essential Functions:

The following duties are notintended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Will be responsible for operating water plant, sewer lift stations, and water and sewer distribution systems.
• Locates, repairs, and replaces water and sewer lines and performs maintenance and inspection duties.
• Works on excavation and trench sites within right-of-way that may include other utilities such as electric, gas, communication, and fiber.
• Reads water meters and performs water service disconnects and reconnects within the public domain.
• Operates a variety of small to heavy motorized vehicles and equipment as part of various maintenance and repair projects and activities. Will be required to train and proficiently operate: Loader, Backhoe, Heavy Dump Truck with Plow, Belly Plow and Wing, Plow/Sand Truck, Skid Loader with various attachments, Pickup Truck with plow, and various walk behind and/or hand tools.
• Responds to questions and concerns from the general public, may be required to enter into private homes and business, and advise on sewer and water.
• Supports other Public Works departments as assigned, including streets, parks, cemetery, campground, and Redhead Mountain Bike Park.
• Responds to emergency call outs for various departments of Public Works and Utilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required. Minimum Qualifications (include valid Driver's License if required):
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience in water, sewer and storm drain system operations.
• Possession of a valid State of Minnesota Class B commercial driver's license or the ability to obtain said license within 1 year of the date of initial hire.
• Must be able to obtain both a Class D Sewer License and Class B Water License within a 8-year window from date of initial hire and weekend call outs within an approximate 30-minute response time.

Other Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of city policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the safe operation and use of hand and power tools, motorized equipment and various medium to heavy vehicles
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, perform data entry, and use of computers and mobile devices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• May be required to lift and/or carry supplies, materials, equipment and/or items weighing up to 100 pounds and work in all types of weather.

Salary:

$31.44 During the 120-shift probationary, $34.94 after Probation. This position is a Class 2 per the AFSCME Local Union No. 536 Labor Contract. Candidates must submit completed Cover Letter, Resume, and City of Chisholm Employment Application by Friday, September 11, 2026 at 4:00 pm to strunk@ci.chisholm.mn.us or Chisholm City Hall, Attention City Administration, 316 West Lake Street, Chisholm, MN. 55719

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

Up to $34.94 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Ability to

Relocate:

Chisholm, MN:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person