What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintainer - Water Division position at City of West Allis?
The City of West Allis is now hiring for a Water Maintainer to join our dedicated Public Works team!
Are you a hands-on problem solver who takes pride in maintaining vital infrastructure? In this skilled role, you’ll be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s water distribution system—critical work that directly supports the health, safety, and well-being of our community. This position requires emotional intelligence, a strong work ethic, accountability, and initiative to perform the duties effectively.
- Operate, maintain, and repair the City’s water distribution system to ensure public health and safety.
- Serve as a competent person on excavation sites, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Direct and assist crews in water main repairs, valve maintenance, and service leak responses.
- Operate heavy motorized equipment (backhoes, loaders, drill rigs, hydro-excavation trucks).
- Perform semi-skilled construction and maintenance tasks on water infrastructure.
- Lead small crews and assist in training Maintenance Repairers.
- Maintain accurate records, work orders, and reports using asset management systems.
- Read and interpret GIS utility maps, as-built drawings, and construction plans.
- Communicate effectively with residents, contractors, and other departments.
- Respond to emergencies such as water main breaks, pressure test failures, and hydrant flushing.
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What You Bring
- Hands-on problem-solving skills and pride in maintaining vital infrastructure.
- Emotional intelligence, strong work ethic, accountability, and initiative.
- Ability to lead crews and train others.
- Familiarity with underground utilities and equipment used for water main and service repairs.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Valid CDL (Class B or C with airbrakes) and Tanker Endorsement.
- 2 years of water infrastructure experience with backhoe operation.
- Availability for nights, weekends, overtime, and emergency duty on a rotational watch.
Why Work for Us
As you take care of our city, we’ll take care of you! We offer valuable benefits and perks, including:
- Competitive Pay: 5% bump for West Allis residents.
- Health & Wellness:
- City covers 88% of the medical premium (HRA plan).
- FREE dental insurance.
- FREE life insurance.
- FREE long-term disability coverage.
- Retirement:
- Participate in Wisconsin’s Retirement Fund with 7% city contribution.
- Generous Time Off:
- Up to 25 days annually to start.
- Holiday pay (up to 9 days).
- Professional Growth:
- Paid training – we invest in our employees!
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Educational bonuses for certifications/training completed on city time.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Financial Perks:
- Student loan repayment program.
- Federal loan forgiveness.
- Annual salary increases.
- Culture & Extras:
- Paid employee recognition programs.
- Employee wellness program.
- Employee assistance program.
- Pet insurance.
- Employee happy hour.
- And more!
Be part of a team that keeps the city flowing.
Salary : $29 - $34