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Maintenance Worker II - Utility Systems

City of Fort Dodge
Fort Dodge, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
Description

Join a team that plays a critical role in keeping the City of Fort Dodge running smoothly. As a Utility Systems Maintenance Worker II, you’ll support the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of the City’s water distribution systems, as well as storm water and sanitary sewer infrastructure. This is hands-on, essential work that keeps our public utilities safe and reliable.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with interviews scheduled on a rolling basis. The position may close earlier than the posted deadline if a suitable candidate is selected, so applicants are encouraged to submit their applications promptly.

Examples of Duties

  • Perform maintenance, installation, and repair of hydrants, valves, water mains, service lines, and sewer systems
  • Operate a variety of tools and equipment, including backhoes, jet trucks, valve trucks, and camera trucks
  • Inspect materials and construction work to ensure quality and compliance with standards
  • Participate in emergency repairs and standby duty as needed
  • Maintain a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and process improvement
  • Accurately read and interpret maps, plans, and technical documents
  • Ensure proper upkeep of tools, vehicles, and worksite safety practices

Typical Qualifications

Graduation from High School or GED and two (2) years experience as a laborer/driver, including one (1) year maintenance and repair of mechanical hydraulic equipment, water valves, hydrants, main and service lines and storm water and sanitary sewer construction and maintenance experience;

or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Required Special Qualifications

Valid Iowa Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with air brake and tanker endorsements and no suspensions or revocation for moving violations within the past two years. Certificate as a “trained competent person” (as applied to trenching/shoring OSHA standards).

Preferred Special Qualifications

Valid Iowa Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A.

Grade I State of Iowa Water Distribution License.

Grade II State of Iowa Water Distribution License.

Grade III State of Iowa Water Distribution License.

CPR and First Aid Certified.

Benefits

The City of Fort Dodge offers a wide variety of attractive benefits to employees. Click the link below for more information:

http://www.fortdodgeiowa.org/department/division.php?structureid=107

01

Do you have a valid Iowa Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL)

  • Yes
  • No

02

Which Iowa Class of CDL do you have?

  • Class A
  • Class B

03

Do you have an air brake endorsement on your CDL?

  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you have a tank endorsement on your CDL?

  • Yes
  • No
  • Required Question

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