Summer Seasonal - Public Works Maintenance

Position: 2026 Summer Seasonal - Public Works Maintenance
Salary: $17.44 - $20.40 Hourly
Location : Bloomington, MN
Job Type: Temporary Seasonal
Job Number: 2026-PWSeasonal
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 01/21/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NU

Primary Objective
The City of Bloomington is accepting applications for Seasonal positions

for the 2026 Public Works summer season
The City of Bloomington is seeking individuals to perform various types of maintenance, repair, and equipment operation in Bloomington Public works. Assist in the maintenance of City infrastructure, buildings, streets, right of way, and equipment. Positions work 40 hours per week Monday-Friday (with the possibility of overtime).
We're looking for enthusiastic people willing to learn new skills and help maintain Bloomington infrastructure. This is a great opportunity to build your resume, learn new skills and work in an outdoor setting. Training and safety equipment provided.
CITY VALUES & EXPECTATIONS

• Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
• Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
• Embrace the City's shared values and contribute towards accomplishing the City's vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly.

Next Steps: Application review will begin in early spring. All positions will remain open until filled. You may be contacted either by phone or e-mail for an oral interview. Only online applications will be accepted. Once you have an account/profile established, you may use your account to apply for other jobs or re-apply easily every season. Tip:
Please keep your account login details and password in a safe place for easy return.
Commitment Bonus - A seasonal employee who works 8-10 consecutive weeks will receive extra pay on their final paycheck. 8 consecutive weeks = $400 | 9 consecutive weeks = $450 | 10 consecutive weeks = $500
Referral Bonus - A seasonal employee who refers a new seasonal employee will receive a $100 bonus on their final paycheck. Referring employee needs to contact Human Resources within one week of new seasonal employee's start date. Both employees must be employed for the entirety of the scheduled season to be eligible.
Examples of Duties

• Serves as a City representative by demonstrating a professional demeanor and positive attitude.
• Operates, inspects, and maintains equipment and tools such as, but not limited to, trucks, steel wheel rollers, pickups, mowers, air compressor with related tools, shovels, rakes and miscellaneous power equipment and tools as apparent or assigned. Provide routine service maintenance where needed (grease, oil, gas, etc.).
• When directed, assists in maintenance duties in any of the five Public Works Maintenance Division sections.
• Keeps assigned supervisor informed of important developments concerning assigned functions.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Responsible to work overtime, shift changes, or be on call as necessary or assigned.
• Adheres to and keeps current on safety rules and procedures, and any work rules and policies that pertain to Public Works.
• Performs job responsibilities in climatic extremes, in confined spaces, and/or from aerial lift equipment.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as apparent or assigned.

Facilities Maintenance:
Perform various types of building maintenance of municipal buildings and grounds maintenance at the cemetery: painting, assisting with building maintenance, remodeling, or construction projects.
Streets/ Traffic/ Right of Way Maintenance:
Perform various types of maintenance and operate light equipment for: asphalt maintenance, right of way maintenance and mowing, traffic control and flagging, signage and pavement marking maintenance for traffic management.
Utilities Maintenance:
Perform various types of maintenance to utilities infrastructure: grounds and facility maintenance at water storage and sanitary lift stations, hydrant painting, sewer cleaning and locating and marking underground infrastructure.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Good mechanical aptitude - ability to readily learn to operate small hand tools and minor equipment such as saws, trimmers, riding mowers, and hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and oral instructions including safety rules.
• Ability to wear personal protective safety gear/equipment.
• Ability to do some lifting, bending, climbing, reaching, overhead pushing, and pulling (may lift up to 75 pounds).
• Ability to perform job responsibilities in climatic extremes.
• Ability to work from aerial lift…