Water Distribution Worker

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Water Distribution Worker

Rochester Public Utilities

www.rpu.org

RPU, a division of the City of Rochester, MN, is the largest municipal utility in the State of Minnesota. RPU serves over 57,000 electric customers and 42,000 water customers in a 60 square mile service area and has revenues nearing $161 million annually.

The City of Rochester is committed to a community where

ALL members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.

We believe

EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.

It takes us all working together.

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, this entry level position is responsible for performing water construction and maintenance activities so thatwater customers are served in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Individuals working in this position

* must maintain annual CPR training

* must be willing to accept overtime assignments as required

* are on-call for water system emergency maintenance activities

2025 Starting wage is $35.30 per hour.

This wage will be updated when the 2026 contract has been executed.

To have your application considered for the first round of interviews, please apply by Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM CST.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The City of Rochester will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT STEM.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform in an efficient, cost-effective manner water system construction and maintenance activities including:

* Install and maintain water mains, valves, hydrants, storage tanks, wells, pumping units, and related appurtenances and structures

* Locate underground water services, mains, and valves

* Tap and flush water mains and newly constructed water system projects in service and observe construction project acceptance testing in accordance with City of Rochester standards for utility construction

* Install, replace, and service water meters, remote registers and other related appurtenances and ensure meter installation compliance with Water Service Rules and Regulations

* Occasionally read water meters and remote registers to verify meter/remote reading accuracy

* Evaluate and answer customer water system questions and assist in resolving customer complaints or providing customer information

* Other miscellaneous water system service, operation or maintenance related duties

Operate, maintain and account for vehicles, equipment and tools used in work activities.

Comply with RPU, Minnesota and OSHA work safety rules and regulations.

Work with contract construction employees as needed to properly complete work tasks.

Complete thorough daily reports of work accomplished and materials used as required by the Division work management and work order system.

Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent GED and completion of a formal water operators training program resulting in a Minnesota Class D Water Supply System Operator's certification

OR

High School diploma or equivalent GED and one (1) year of full-time employment experience in water system construction, operation and maintenance

Licenses & Certifications

Valid Minnesota driver's license with ability to obtain a Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 1 year of hire as a condition of continued employment.

Class D Water Supply System Operator Certificate required within 18 months as a condition of continued employment.

Desirable Qualifications

Construction experience installing underground piping; experience operating equipment, such as excavator, loader, skid steer, backhoe, tractor, tandem-axle dump truck, hydro-vac (truck mount or trailer type), and/or trenching equipment.

Completion of two years post-secondary education

Class C or B Water Certificate

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

* THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CITY'S HEARING CONSERVATION PROGRAM (based on job assignment)

Employees in this position are required to use hearing protection and the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements in administering this program.

* THIS POSITION MAY BE COVERED BY THE CITY'S RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM(based on job assignment)

Employees in this position are required to use respiratory equipment and the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements in administering this program.

* THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CITY OF ROCHESTER DRUG TESTING POLICY

The drug and alcohol testing policies and procedures of the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements, including Minnesota Statutes 181.950 through…