Field Maintenance Worker - Sewer Division

Field Maintenance Worker - Sewer Division

Join to apply for the Field Maintenance Worker - Sewer Division role at City of St. Charles, MO
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Base pay: $26.63 /hr – $26.63 /hr. Salary is based on your skills and experience. Your actual pay will be discussed with your recruiter.

Comprehensive, Cost Effective Benefits Package
Medical, dental, voluntary vision, life and disability insurance; FSA; HSA;
Lagers Pension – L6 Tier and Deferred Compensation program;
Paid vacation;
Paid holidays;
Employee assistance programs;
Educational benefits.

• Properly inspect and maintain heavy construction equipment, vehicles, tools, and supplies.
• Operate construction equipment and vehicles; specialized CCTV and cleaning/jetting equipment for sewer lines; hand and power tools.
• Excavate, expose, and repair sewer infrastructure and appurtenances via manual or mechanical methods.
• Maintain knowledge of safety standards and procedures, including confined space and trench and excavation safety.
• Participate in rotating on‑call schedule and work overtime as required for civil emergencies, severe weather, special events, and after‑hour call‑outs.
• Remove trash and obstructions that may block or interfere with sewerage or storm water flow.
• Clean and remove debris from storm and sanitary sewer systems, manholes, inlets, and culverts.
• Enter utility structures, manholes, and inlets, crawl through or “lam and” sewers to locate damage or obstructions.
• Locate, excavate, and expose buried manholes and underground sewer infrastructure.
• Assist in inspection of sewer infrastructure for damage detection and problem resolution; operate sewer camera equipment.
• Repair and replace defective or broken sewer infrastructure.
• Operate and troubleshoot vacuum sewer systems, diagnosing issues and implementing solutions.
• Utilize technology to document work, conduct inspections, and maintain accurate digital records.
• Perform duties of Street Maintenance Worker including snow and ice control operations.

• Labor & Lifting – Lift and carry materials weighing 100+ lbs.; transport objects of 100+ lbs. over distances up to 100 feet; operate heavy hand tools such as jackhammers and sledgehammers; perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods; push/pull heavy objects; sustain continuous manual labor 2–4 hours between breaks; work in varying field conditions requiring repetitive motion, exertion, and endurance.
• Mobility & Flexibility – Bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and crawl in confined or uneven spaces; work overhead; climb ladders and steps; maintain balance on uneven, wet, or sloped surfaces; enter confined spaces such as manholes and trenches.
• Sensory & Motor Skills – Use visual acuity to read plans and safety labels; exercise sound judgment and situational awareness; maintain awareness of surroundings; distinguish color‑coded designs; hear and interpret instructions in noisy environments; use fine and gross motor skills for equipment operation.
• Environmental Conditions – Work outdoors in extreme heat (>90 °F) and cold; operate in inclement weather such as rain, snow, and high winds; be exposed to dust, pollen, fumes, and airborne irritants; endure high noise levels; use hearing protection; stand and walk frequently on rough or uneven terrain.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Working knowledge of underground utility systems and associated methods, procedures, and materials for maintenance, construction, and repair of sanitary and storm sewer infrastructure.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Missouri Class A Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes and tanker endorsements.

Online employment applications can be accessed on our City Website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The City of Saint Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in e‑verify.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Other
• Construction