What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collections System Maintenance Technician position at CITY OF MISSOULA?
Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating equipment, and making a meaningful impact on your community every day? The City of Missoula is seeking a dedicated and hands-on Collections System Maintenance Technician to join our Public Works and Mobility team. In this essential role, you’ll help keep our wastewater collection system functioning safely and efficiently by using specialized equipment like high-pressure jetting trucks, vacuum pump trucks, and video inspection tools. Every day brings a new challenge — whether it’s inspecting sewer lines, performing repairs, or responding to urgent issues that keep our city running smoothly.This is more than just a maintenance job — it’s a career opportunity with stability, purpose, and room to grow. If you’re mechanically inclined, enjoy solving problems, and take pride in doing work that protects public health and the environment, we want to hear from you. The City of Missoula offers excellent benefits, a supportive team environment, and the chance to develop in-demand technical skills. Join us in maintaining the critical infrastructure that supports the community we all call home.Priority screening of applications will begin on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
It is in your best interest to apply before this date. Applicants applying on or after this date will only be considered if a competitive applicant pool is not received. Pension Contribution Options:This union position starts at $36.80/hour, with employees choosing from two pension contribution tiers through the Central Pension Fund of the International Union of Operating Engineers. This pension is in addition to the state-mandated public employees' pension.Tier 1 Pension - $2.75 per compensable hour contributed in lieu of wages. Breakdown: $36.80/hour CBA Base - $2.75/hour pension = $34.05/hourly wage Tier 2 Pension - $5.25 per compensable hour contributed in lieu of wages. Breakdown: $36.80/hour CBA Base - $5.25/hour pension = $31.55/hourly wageThis structure allows employees to select the contribution level that best supports their long-term retirement goals.
It is in your best interest to apply before this date. Applicants applying on or after this date will only be considered if a competitive applicant pool is not received. Pension Contribution Options:This union position starts at $36.80/hour, with employees choosing from two pension contribution tiers through the Central Pension Fund of the International Union of Operating Engineers. This pension is in addition to the state-mandated public employees' pension.Tier 1 Pension - $2.75 per compensable hour contributed in lieu of wages. Breakdown: $36.80/hour CBA Base - $2.75/hour pension = $34.05/hourly wage Tier 2 Pension - $5.25 per compensable hour contributed in lieu of wages. Breakdown: $36.80/hour CBA Base - $5.25/hour pension = $31.55/hourly wageThis structure allows employees to select the contribution level that best supports their long-term retirement goals.
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