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Water Plant Service Worker

City of Minneapolis · View all jobs

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States (On-Site) · Posted 1 day ago

$37 / hr

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Job Function Water Supply Operations

Entry Level Yes

Job Type Full-Time

Job Duration Indefinite

Min Education H.S. Diploma/Equivalent

Min Experience None

Required Travel 0-10%

Salary $36.66

Salary - Type Hourly Wage

About this role

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

Position Description

Perform a variety of tasks in loading, unloading, storing and dispensing chemicals and maintenance of water treatment facilities.

Work Location

This position currently works on-site only: 4100 Marshall ST NE, Fridley MN 55421

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Apply for this position here website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/minneapolismn/jobs/5511618/plant-service-worker

The posting closes 11/12/2026 11:59 PM Central

Key Requirements

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Unload, transfer, and handle chemicals, including hazardous materials, used in water treatment processes by utilizing motorized equipment, including forklifts. Transfer carloads of materials to storage using rail car moving equipment.
Operate winches, hoists, forklifts, monorails, and scissor lifts. Operate handheld and portable valve exercising machine.
Perform minor crane riggings and crane/hoist lifting procedures.
Repair membrane filter modules, operate, and monitor associated computer testing equipment.
Enter and work in permit-required confined spaces including vaults, basins, chambers and reservoirs.
Clean process tankage including mixing chambers, coagulation basins, conduits, precipitators, and chambers.
Test or inspect eyewashes/safety showers, spill kits, and fall protection equipment and identify follow-up work.
Collect samples, perform and interpret routine water and residuals testing.
Assist in the chlorination of pumps, system piping, and reservoirs after repairs or inspections. Assist in gathering samples for bacteriological testing.
Perform greasing and oiling of motors, gears boxes, pumps, chain drives, and transmission to ensure reliability.
Assist skilled trades' workers as assigned.
Clean and provide janitorial services in treatment plants and pump stations.
Perform general plant cleaning and basic grounds maintenance around plants and pump stations including snow removal, grass cutting, and brush trimming.
Operate dewatering filter presses as assigned.
Prepare and keep records of work activities, including timely and accurate recording of actuals on work orders.
Perform chlorine operations work with appropriate PPE which includes wearing a fitted self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
WORKING CONDITIONS
Heavy physical effort in water treatment plant setting. Entry into permit-required confined spaces. Exposure to heat, dust, and hazardous materials requiring use of respiratory protection.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum Experience:
N/A
Licenses/Certifications:
HAZWOPER Operations Level Certification within 12 months of hire
Valid Driver's License without restrictions for operating City of Minneapolis vehicles
Desirable: Class D Minnesota Water Supply System Operator Certificate within 18 months of hire

Job ID: 86696870

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