Infrastructure Technician

Overview

The 2026 starting rate of pay is $28.74 to $31.54 per hour with advancement to $40.29 per hour

Grade: STA3

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive Position: Yes

Supervisor

Title:

Infrastructure Supervisor

Education and Experience:

• Must possess high school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of experience in the field of plumbing or underground utility construction and maintenance or similar type of work.
• Must possess a valid driver s license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota; and obtain a Minnesota CDL Class A driver s license and a tanker endorsement within one hundred and twenty (120) days of employment.

OR

• Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the job proficiently may be substituted for the above requirements.

Under general direction of the Infrastructure Supervisor, this position performs skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the water distribution system; and wastewater collection system, including lift stations, storm water and flood control systems. May be assigned to one or more functional areas within the department. Daily work is based on organizational values.

Our employees are committed to working in an environment that fosters the core values of the City of Mankato – positive attitude, accountability, respect, teamwork, and integrity. We care about making a positive difference in the lives of others. Our work is challenging and has purpose. We listen and engage with each other and our community. We are empowered and trusted to make good decisions that align with the public service principles and core values.

Our organization is committed to investing and developing each other. We will recognize and celebrate our collective achievements and individual accomplishments.

We take pride in investing in our employees. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment that encourages not only success for the community we serve, but for you as well. Come grow your career with us!

• Performs work related to the operation of the water distribution system, wastewater collection system including lift stations, storm water and flood control systems.
• Safely performs preventative and corrective maintenance on:
  • Water Distribution System: water mains, hydrants, water valves, new construction
  • Wastewater Collection System:
    Cleaning and TV inspecting sanitary sewer lines, manhole inspections, new construction
  • Sanitary Sewer Lift Stations:
    Inspections and cleaning
  • Storm Water System:
    Catch basin, manhole structure and pipe repairs, pond and creek inspections and cleaning, new construction
  • Flood Control System:
    Flood stations, gate wells, levees, inspections, and operations
• Safely digs and works in trenches and repairs or installs water and sewer pipes.
• Safely installs, maintains, and repairs manholes and related equipment.
• Safely paints, repairs, and services equipment and facilities.
• Cleans sewer lines.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs valves, hydrants, valve boxes, and related equipment.
• Performs Gopher State One Call utility tracing to locate underground water, sewer, and storm lines for the public works department, private utilities, contractors, and property owners.
• Assists with snow removal activities.
• Performs heavy manual labor.
• Must be available for emergency overtime work.

• Performs physical and mental demands and work environment requirements for this position.
• Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours and outside regular hours as necessary.
• Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and community customers.
• Performs other related work as assigned or apparent.

The above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

• Internally – All city departments and employees
• Externally – City of Mankato homeowners and businesses, contractors,…