Public Works - Summer Seasonal Positions

Salary: $16.10 - $20.12 Hourly
Location : Public Works 7450 Metro Blvd Edina, MN
Job Type: Seasonal/Temporary
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 01/13/2026

Position Description

The City of Edina is currently accepting applications for 2026 Summer Seasonal positions in our Public Works department. Hours and wage may vary by position. Wage will vary depending on qualifications. We have the following positions available:

• Mechanic
• Streets
• Utilities

Essential Functions

Mechanic:
This position performs manual, unskilled and semi-skilled work for the City's fleet systems. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in the repair of the City's vehicle fleet.
• Assist with inspections, diagnosis, and mechanical repair of small engines such as weed whips, chainsaws, etc.
• Assist with shop cleaning.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Streets:
This position will perform manual, unskilled and semi-skilled work for the City's street systems. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work on a paving crew, adjusting iron, working behind paver raking and learning how to do asphalt.
• Assist in repair of the City Streets including asphalt patching, tacking, asphalt prep work, etc.
• Assist with loading and unloading materials such as dirt, asphalt, concrete, sandbags and sign materials.
• Landscape work.
• Storm outfall maintenance.
• Fabricates and install street signs.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools
• Assist in traffic control set-up.
• Cleaning of vehicles and shop areas
• Working with Traffic Department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Utilities:
This position performs manual, unskilled and semi-skilled work for the City's water, sanitary and storm systems. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in repair or replacement of manholes, catch basins, hydrants, gate valves and curb stops.
• Assist with sewer jetting, sewer inspections (camera truck), lift station maintenance and facility locating.
• Landscape work
• Storm outfall maintenance:
  Debris and plant removal, rip rap placement.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

These jobs requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid MN driver's license and a minimum age of 18.
Supplemental Information
Mechanic

Physical Requirement: Position requires daily lift/carry of tools, supplies, equipment up to 50lbs. Assistive devices available. Frequent standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending/kneeling/squatting, grasp and reach for routine assigned tasks.

Working Conditions: This job is performed in an indoor, shop environment. Infrequent work is performed outdoors, in normal or inclement weather, with exposure to moving traffic. Work may be dirty and greasy with exposure to hazardous chemicals, sharp tools, noise generated from equipment and vehicle operation, slippery/oily surfaces. Use of various personal protective equipment (PPE) for identified hazards.
Streets

Physical Requirement: Position requires daily lift/carry of tools, supplies, equipment up to 50lbs. Assistive devices available. Frequent standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending/kneeling/squatting, grasp and reach for routine assigned tasks.

Working Conditions: This job is performed primarily outdoors with exposure to inclement weather, outdoor allergens, slippery surfaces and uneven ground, noise generated from equipment operations, moving traffic, exposure to hazardous chemicals, dirt and grease, and sharp tools. Use of various personal protective equipment (PPE) for identified hazards.
Utilities

Physical Requirement: Position requires daily lift/carry of tools, supplies, equipment up to 50lbs. Assistive devices available. Frequent standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending/kneeling/squatting, grasp and reach for routine assigned tasks.

Working Conditions: This job is performed primarily outdoors with exposure to inclement weather, outdoor allergens, slippery surfaces and uneven ground, noise generated from equipment operations, moving traffic, exposure to hazardous chemicals, dirt and grease, and sharp tools. Use of various personal protective equipment (PPE) for identified hazards.
ESST Paid Leave Time
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• Mechanic
• Streets
• Utilities

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• Mechanic
• Streets
• Utilities

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• Mechanic
• Streets
• Utilities

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