This position focuses on the operation, maintenance, repair, and improvement of City streets and associated infrastructure, including storm sewer systems, traffic signs, streetlights, sidewalks, and related public assets.
Under the direction of the divisional Field Supervisors and Lead Workers, this position performs physically demanding, hands-on manual labor in support of the Public Works Department. Responsibilities include the operation, repair, maintenance, and construction of the City's streets, parks, water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer systems, as well as other associated infrastructure. The position regularly requires the use of hand and power tools, operation of equipment and vehicles, lifting and moving heavy materials, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and performing other strenuous physical tasks. The position also provides a high level of customer service to both internal and external customers.
NOTE: Brooklyn Park Local 49 members will be given priority placement in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement at five (5) days
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform street maintenance repair to include crack sealing, patching, sweeping.
Perform concrete curb, sidewalk and pedestrian ramp replacement to meet ADA compliance.
Perform snow and ice control to include street, cul-de-sac, and sidewalk & trail plowing. Ice control as warranted/necessary on streets.
Perform sign repair to include inspections, GIS data collection, replacement and striping/marking.
Perform MS4 inspections of storm sewer system to meet Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Requirements.
Perform storm sewer system repair/maintenance of catch basins, storm water utility holes, storm pipes, storm water ponds, and creeks including cleaning, rebuilding, unclogging de-icing and dredging.
Perform streetlight and traffic signal repair and pole painting.
Perform tree trimming along storm sewer and sidewalk right of way.
Locate and mark underground utilities; keep records, as necessary.
Perform road maintenance operations in accordance with the pavement rating management plan.
Perform inspections involving milling, paving and concrete replacement projects.
Responsible for proper placement of traffic control devices in accordance with MUTC guidelines while working in roadways.
Performs emergency hazardous materials response procedures.
Provides assistance with vehicle and equipment maintenance.
Provides assistance in emergency or essential operations to all divisions including parks, streets and utility maintenance divisions.
Assist other departments in their service delivery, repairs and maintenance.
Receives and responds to requests and work orders. Follows up on complaints and other matters of public interest related to the City infrastructure, service, and maintenance.
Deals courteously, effectively and tactfully with the public.
Performs standby duties on scheduled rotation.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Minimum and Desired Qualifications
Education
18 years of age or older
Experience
One (1) year of experience in equipment operation and general equipment maintenance for a maintenance operation
Licenses/Certifications
Valid Class “D” driver's license at time of hire
Class "B" required within 1 year of hire
Class "A" required within 2 years of hire
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to comprehend and execute written and oral instructions
Ability to be cross trained in the divisions: Park Maintenance, Street Maintenance, and Utility Maintenance
Ability to perform maintenance and repair tasks in one or more of the following divisions: Park Maintenance, Street Maintenance, and Utility Maintenance
Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including but not limited to lifting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead, pushing and pulling
Ability to perform job responsibilities in climatic extremes common to Minnesota
Proven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial equity, diversity and inclusion
Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction
Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement
Desired Qualifications
Valid class "B" or higher driver's license
Two (2)+ years of experience in equipment operation
Two (2)+ years of experience in street maintenance
Two (2)+ years of experience working in a municipal setting
Previous experience snow plowing streets, sidewalks, and cul-de-sacs
Previous experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds
Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Lao or Vietnamese language(s)
Work Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential duties of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to fully and safely perform the essential duties
Core business hours are set by departments based on operational needs. Alternative schedules can be arranged, but must comply with the City’s Alternative Work Arrangement policy
Full-time, non-exempt, union position; standard work hours are 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday from November through April; and four (4) ten- (10) hour days from May through October with the possibility of working weekends, holidays, etc. as needed
Ability to successfully complete a physical examination, including passing a drug test
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing and using hands to manipulate, handle or feel, frequently requires sitting, reaching with hands and arms and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, pushing or pulling and lifting; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception, night vision and peripheral vision
Visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts
Use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arms-length
Ability to operate machines, motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities
Work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires working near moving mechanical parts
Exposure to fumes or airborne particles and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is in a moderately noisy location
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Brooklyn Park and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local No. 49, AFL-CIO (Download PDF reader).
Brooklyn Park is a thriving northwestern suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city in the state with over 86,000 residents and 30,000 jobs. As the 11th fastest growing city in Minnesota, the city has become even more vibrant because of our remarkable racial and cultural diversity. Approximately 60 percent of our residents are people of color, 22 percent are foreign-born, and more than a quarter speak a language other than English at home.
Additional Information
Department/Division: Public Works/Streets Division
Anticipated Hiring Wage: $34.00 per hour, plus full-time Local 49 labor agreement benefit package
Pay Progression
Based on the Local 49 contract with the City of Brooklyn Park, with satisfactory performance an employee would receive an increase after 6 months to be at step 2, followed by another increase after one year to be at step 3. Full step progression is 7 steps over 4.5 years total. The current salary range is $34.00-$42.89 Hourly. Note that wages are based on the 2026/2027 contract.
We welcome applications from all individuals, including (but not limited to): people of all abilities, persons of color, Veterans, LGBTQ+ and women. If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability-related need and need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at either 763-493-8016 or via e-mail at [email protected].
Regular, full-time City of Brooklyn Park employees (40 or more hours per week) are eligible for a benefits package including:
Vacation
- New employees generally earn 10 days of vacation per year
- Vacation accruals increase with longevity up to a maximum of 20 days per year
Sick Leave
- Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation
Holidays
- 12 paid holidays per year
- 1 floating holiday to be used any day in the year with supervisor approval
Health Insurance:
- Employees may choose a health plan with an option to waive coverage if covered under another qualified plan
- The City contributes a portion to the cost of health insurance
- Available to City of Brooklyn Park employees working 30 or more hours per week
Dental Insurance
- Employees may choose between two dental plans with an option to waive coverage if covered under another qualified plan
Life Insurance
- The City provides term life insurance with an option for employees to purchase additional and dependent term life insurance at group rates
Disability Insurance
- Short-term disability insurance available at group rates
- Long-term disability insurance available at group rates
Retirement
- Public Employee's Retirement Association (PERA) pension plan (employer/employee contributions)
- Optional 457 pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) deferred compensation plans for tax-deferred retirement savings
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Reimbursement account for health care and daycare expenses using pre-tax contributions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling and referral services
Fitness
- Free on-site fitness facilities; Wellness program and fitness classes offered
Direct Deposit (mandatory)
- Payroll checks are automatically deposited into designated account(s) on payday
Regular, part-time benefited City of Brooklyn Park employees (20-29 hours per week) are not eligible for Health Insurance, but are eligible for the following benefits: - Sick and Vacation at a pro-rated rate
- Decreasing Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Deferred Compensation, if enrolled.
Seasonal/Temporary employees - Temporary, Seasonal, and non-benefited part-time employees earn one hour of Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked by an employee, up to a maximum of 48 hours of Sick Leave per year.
Benefits may differ based on union contracts for employees represented by a collective bargaining unit. This summary is for information only and is subject to change or revocation without notice. This summary shall not constitute a contract or guarantee, express or implied. 