What are the responsibilities and job description for the UTILITY OPERATOR position at City of Dickinson, ND?
Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our Public Works team as a Water Utility Operator, focusing on the essential services in Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection, and Stormwater Systems. If you're passionate about maintaining our city's vital infrastructure and enjoy working hands-on with various mechanical systems, this role could be the perfect fit for you!
Salary: $24.24- $26.76 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
Hours: Four 10-hour workdays per week, with a rotating on-call schedule
What We Offer:
Competitive Benefits Package
City of Dickinson is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Apply today to be part of a team that keeps our city's essential services running smoothly!
Employer-Paid Benefits
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
Do you have a current Class A CDL?
If no CDL, are you able and willing to obtain one?
By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the Human Resources staff and hiring department(s). Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. The Human Resources staff will verify that you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job posting, based on the information provided in your application and in these answers.
I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, email address, and telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in me not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in me not receiving further consideration for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts. For technical difficulties, contact NEOGOV support at 855-524-5627.
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our Public Works team as a Water Utility Operator, focusing on the essential services in Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection, and Stormwater Systems. If you're passionate about maintaining our city's vital infrastructure and enjoy working hands-on with various mechanical systems, this role could be the perfect fit for you!
Salary: $24.24- $26.76 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
Hours: Four 10-hour workdays per week, with a rotating on-call schedule
What We Offer:
Competitive Benefits Package
- Health Coverage: 80%-100% City-paid health insurance optional dental, vision & life insurance
- Retirement Security: NDPERS Defined Contribution Plan optional 457 retirement savings
- Work-Life Balance: Paid vacation & sick leave,13 paid holidays, bereavement leave, and emergency closure leave
- Career Growth: On-the-job training, professional development, and tuition reimbursement
- Support System: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Education: High School Diploma or GED
- License: Valid Driver’s License
- Obtain a North Dakota Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit within 3 months of hire
- Earn your Class A Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months of hire (Automatic Transmission, Tanker, and Air Brake endorsements required)
- Experience: Up to 1 year of relevant experience
- Obtain Department of Health pH Certification during your probationary period
City of Dickinson is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Apply today to be part of a team that keeps our city's essential services running smoothly!
Employer-Paid Benefits
- Vacation
- 96 hours annually (Years 1-5)
- Sick Leave
- 96 hours annually
- Up to 16 hours/year can be used as Personal Leave
- Longevity Pay
- Annual pay based on tenure (After 5 Years)
- Bereavement Pay
- 3 days per occurrence
- Up to 9 days/year with supervisor approval
- Shift Differential Compensation (nonexempt employees only)
- Additional pay for hours between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM
- Weather & Emergency Closure Leave
- Up to 8 hours pay for scheduled staff
- Premium pay for essential staff required to work
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Up to $1500 per semester
- Paid Holidays
- 12 holidays 1 day for your birthday
- Paid holidays: New Year’s, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Insurance
- NDPERS Sanford Health Plan PPO
- Employer share: 80%, Employee share: 20% (Additional 1% paid each year of employment, once employed for 20 years, coverage 100% city paid)
- Rates: Family - $470.72/month
- Single - $194.73/month
- Flexible Spending Account
- $450 annual contribution provided by the city for all Full-Time employees to be used for eligible medical expenses
- Mandatory Participation Retirement Plans
- NDPERS Defined Contribution Retirement Plan: Employee 4%, Employer 5.26%, employee can elect to go up another 1-3% with a corresponding employer match in the first 30 days of employment.
- NDPERS Defined Benefit Hybrid Public Safety Plan: Employee 5.5%, Employer 8.81%, RHIC Employer Contribution 1.14%
- Group Voluntary Life Insurance/AD&D (The Standard)
- $60,000 Term Life Insurance
- Employer pays 50% of the premium; employee pays $2.64/month
- Dependent coverage is optional at an additional employee cost
- Voluntary Life Insurance Above $60,000 (The Standard)
- Employees may purchase additional coverage at their own cost
- West River Community Center Membership
- 50% discount on annual membership
- Flexible Spending Accounts (HealthEquity)
- Medical: Pre-tax up to $3400 for 2026 plus the employer’s $450 contribution
- Daycare: Pre-tax up to $7500 for 2026
- Vision Insurance (The Standard/VSP)
- Employee Only - $8.04/month
- Employee Spouse - $13.54/month
- Employee Children - $13.80/month
- Family - $21.84/month
- Dental Insurance (UnitedHealthcare)
- Low Plan(up to $1000 coverage/year)
- Employee Only - $22.58/month
- Employee Spouse - $45.47/month
- Employee Child(ren) - $55.66/month
- Family- $83.83/month
- High Plan(up to $2000 coverage/year)
- Employee Only - $26.08/month
- Employee Spouse - $52.94/month
- Employee Child(ren) - $62.42/month
- Family- $94.90/month
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation
- Roth or Pre-Tax options available
- Aflac
- Supplemental insurance (e.g., Short Term Disability, Cancer Care, Accident, etc.)
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a current Class A CDL?
- Yes
- No
If no CDL, are you able and willing to obtain one?
- Yes
- No
By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the Human Resources staff and hiring department(s). Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. The Human Resources staff will verify that you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job posting, based on the information provided in your application and in these answers.
- Yes, I understand
I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, email address, and telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in me not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in me not receiving further consideration for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts. For technical difficulties, contact NEOGOV support at 855-524-5627.
- Yes, I understand
- Required Question
Salary : $450 - $2,000