What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Student Utility Laborer position at Hibbing Public Utilities?
Job Title: Summer Student Utility Laborer
Department: Operations
Reports To: Department Head
Location: Hibbing, MN
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Type: Temporary Part-Time
Drug & Alcohol Policy Classification: Non-mandate
Position Summary:
The Summer Utility Student supports daily operations across multiple utility departments, including plant maintenance, water and gas systems, meter services, and general facility upkeep. This position provides hands-on experience in public utilities while assisting crews with maintenance, inspections, and operational tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
Plant Maintenance
- Perform plant yard cleanup and general housekeeping
- Assist with fence repairs
- Sweep and mop internal plant areas
- Support painting and preservation projects
- Monitor air quality for confined space work (external monitoring)
Grounds Maintenance
- Mow and trim grass at utility facilities, including:
- Water towers
- Wells
- Substations (with supervision)
- Administration building
- Water Treatment Plant
- Service center
Heat Crew Support
- Assist with corrosion control and painting of gas meters (per MNOPS requirements)
- Serve as top person for steam manhole operations
- Support gas installation and restoration projects
- Assist with residential and commercial heat audits
Meter Shop Assistance
- Assist with water meter changeouts and audits
- Support data collection efforts for Lead Service Line (LSL) programs and MDH requirements
- Conduct door-to-door sampling, including lead line water samples
- Perform minor meter repairs and sandblasting
- Help correct facility safety issues
- Assist with water outage notifications
- Support vehicle pick-up, drop-off, and detailing
- Enter data related to Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) upgrades
- Organize and distribute AMI meters from warehouse inventory
Water Crew Support
- Paint well piping and well house exteriors (per MDH guidance)
- Paint floors and walls at the Water Treatment Plant
- Paint and preserve fire hydrants
- Assist with hydrant flushing operations
General Utility Duties
- Perform painting and general maintenance tasks
- Assist with moving furniture and equipment
- Fuel vehicles and equipment as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
- Active high school or college student
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to perform physical labor in outdoor and indoor environments
- Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures
- Strong work ethic and reliability
Preferred Qualifications:
· Valid driver’s license
Work Environment:
- Work is performed in outdoor and industrial environments, including exposure to varying weather conditions
- May involve confined space support, loud equipment, and physical activity
- Requires adherence to all safety regulations and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Sitting 20%, Standing 40%, Walking 40%, Lifting up to 25 lbs
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17