Public Works Service Worker II

4 weeks ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States City of Minneapolis Full time

Position Description

As a Public Works Service Worker II, you will drive and operate a wide variety of construction equipment and attached mechanical devices used in construction and maintenance work and perform skilled and manual labor in the repair and maintenance of the City's infrastructure as directed.

Salary Range:

  • Public Works Service Worker II: $ $37.844 hourly
Information Sessions:
  • Public Works will provide information sessions.
  • Our Information Sessions offer you the opportunity to go beyond the website and talk to representatives about what skills Public Works is seeking and the application process.
  • Please visit this link for the information sessions: Information Sessions - City of Minneapolis )
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for the safe driving and operation of heavy and light construction equipment, and trucks that may include, but are not limited to the following general and specialized equipment:
    • Hydraulic crawler backhoes, front end loaders, skid-steer loaders, motor graders, rollers, asphalt pavers, bulldozers, slip form concrete equipment, chip spreaders, boom trucks, cable and hydraulic cranes, rollers, trailers, trucks, snow and ice control equipment, i.e. maintenance tractors, sweepers, flushers, hydraulic rubber tire excavator, large asphalt roller, and maintenance trucks and other equipment, as assigned.
  • Perform daily inspection and maintenance checks on vehicle(s) and machinery/equipment used, including recording and filing daily records of vehicle condition and/or mechanical problems.
  • Perform and make daily routine inspection and adjustments/minor service work on equipment/machinery utilized, including the attachment connection to the equipment, such as cleaning, washing, greasing, and lubricating.
  • Operate winches, pumps, hoists and other mechanical equipment. Mount and remove snow and ice equipment.
  • Work with crew members in the tagging and flagging of heavy equipment, including cranes, and assist with traffic control on the job to ensure productivity and safety. May be required to flag traffic at, around and/or through a fixed or mobile work zone.
  • Consult with foremen about machinery and equipment capabilities to accomplish specific job site needs, including recommending equipment rental needs.
  • May function as lead worker coordinating and monitoring work progress of crew or work group.
  • Abide by all safety, OSHA, policy, work rules and other pertinent employer expectations.
  • Perform numerous manual and skilled construction and maintenance tasks for a number of Public Works functions, including removal, replacement or placement of infrastructure (i.e., various types of pipes or conduit, manholes, curb and gutter, concrete, asphalt, etc.).
    • Load, unload, and secure materials and equipment from trucks using several methods, i.e., by hand, or by using various loading equipment.
    • Drive sheathing, break and remove concrete, etc.
    • Assist with the placement and repair of storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure such as pipes, culverts, manholes, tunnels and related infrastructure
    • Assist with the maintenance of streets, alleys, and public spaces; may shovel and remove dirt and snow, mow grass and trim brush.
    • Assist with the installation and maintenance of traffic signs and posts; paint pavement/street markings; and install, remove, and maintain parking meter supports and collars.
    • Set up traffic control/barricades for parades/events, detours, and maintenance operations.
    • Repair and maintain guardrails, bridges, and related infrastructure.
Participate in safety meetings, right-to-know training, and toolbox meetings; participate in workplace accident and injury reduction programs, and other OSHA mandated training.Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.Working Conditions: Exposure to all kinds and types of weather conditions; dirt, dust, odors, chemicals, vermin, insects, garbage, high noise levels, heavy traffic, possible exposure to raw sewage, etc. Frequent standing and walking for long periods of time on rough, uneven surfaces; frequent pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, lifting, and maneuvering of objects weighing up to 100 pounds; working in confined spaces; climbing in and out of manholes and/or vehicles as well as overhead; ability to climb, maneuver and/or work on ladders, stairs and platforms.

Public Works Service Workers II may be required to work nights, weekend shifts and/or holidays.
Required Qualifications

Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

Work Experience: At least one year of experience (within the last five years) operating two (2) of the following pieces of equipment: rubber tire tractor (with backhoe), motor grader, asphalt spreader, cable crane, bulldozer, hydraulic crawler backhoe, front end loader or skid-steer loader.

License/Certifications:

  • Possess, and continue to maintain, a Class B (or better) Commercial Driver's License with no Air Brake Restrictions and with Tanker Endorsement.
  • Within six (6) months of hire, able to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License.
    • Applicants must be able to present proof of a current/valid Commercial Driver's License with Tanker endorsement at the time of written exam testing and at the time of hire.
    • "PERMIT" Commercial Driver's License ARE NOT acceptable.
Background Check: The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered further for the position.

Pre-Employment Medical Examination and Drug and Alcohol Test: After a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam including a respiratory screening, back screening and hearing test and a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and/or who do not complete the pre-employment drug and alcohol testing within the allotted timeframe will not be considered further and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer. Applicants must be deemed medically fit and successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening prior to hire.

Drug and Alcohol Testing: As a condition of continued employment, Public Works Service Workers with Commercial Driver's License are subject to random drug testing.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of a physical agility and practical exam (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

The Physical Agility exam will be held the week of June 24, 2024. Candidates will be contacted to schedule their testing time. A physical agility exam, testing endurance and the ability to lift, push, pull, carry, etc., will be included as part of the examination process.

The Practical Equipment exam will be held the week of June 24, 2024. Candidates are tested on pre-trip and on three pieces of equipment. Two required pieces are the Hydraulic Crawler Backhoe and Rubber Tired Tractor Backhoe. Candidates can choose between Skid Steer Loader and Front End Loader for their third piece.

Veteran's Preference: For an eligible veteran to receive Veteran's Preference points for this exam, a veteran must complete and submit the form, and supply a copy of his/her DDForm214 (Certificate of Release from Active Duty) or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information as well as the character of the discharge. The veteran must submit all supporting documentation (disabled or non-disabled veteran) with the online application as an attachment and submit the completed application with documentation no later than the application deadline. If the applicant is a veteran who qualifies for disability veteran's preference, please note the veteran must also attach supporting documentation which designates the percentage of disability with the online application as an attachment. Points will not be awarded without supporting documentation. Veteran's Preference Points will not be awarded if supporting documentation is submitted after the deadline. Veteran's Preference Points will not be awarded if supporting documentation is submitted after Sunday June 2, 2024. Documentation can be faxed to

Union Representation: This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Construction Equipment Operators and Mechanics Unit, IUOE Local #49. For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement, please visit:

Eligible List Statement: The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. Eligible list will expire 3 months after it has been established.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Minnesota Wastewater Operators License is desirable for assignments in the Surface Water and Sewer area.
  • Knowledge of practices, procedures, equipment, and materials used in the maintenance and construction of public works infrastructure and public service delivery.
  • Ability to perform practices and procedures used in the maintenance and construction of public works infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations, work zone safety, safe driving practices, traffic and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations as they apply to worksite safety and operation of equipment.
  • Knowledge of safe operation, maintenance, adjustments and minor services of various vehicles and equipment in an acceptable manner (i.e., oil, grease) and assist in the maintenance of equipment.
  • Ability to read and understand construction plan sheets and drawings, related to the project being worked on, i.e., grading, field stakes, pipe, traffic control, etc.; basic engineering drawings, maps, survey data; and follow oral and written instructions given in English.
  • Ability to participate and work as part of a diverse Public Works/City of Minneapolis crew or team in an environment that supports diversity and adheres to the City's policies supporting respect in the workplace.
  • Basic knowledge of desktop and portable computer hardware and software programs.
  • Ability to follow established safety practices so that personal time loss and/or property loss accidents are avoided.
  • Ability to understand and comply with all Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to respond to varied work assignments, flexible working hours, including evenings, nights, weekends and/or holidays. May be required to work a reasonable amount of overtime, an alternate work week or shift, and participate in emergency response as needed.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn new job skills and work tasks as assigned.
  • A variety of certifications and qualifications may be needed after employment. These vary by assignment and include Wastewater Operator S-D certificate, Confined Space Entry Certification,

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.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.


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