Description
Provo City is seeking a full-time Water Systems Maintenance Operator to work on the construction, operation, and maintenance of its water distribution system. The role involves various responsibilities, including assisting in excavating ground for water mains, installing water meters, and performing repairs.
Compensation: The salary range is $24.25 - $40.64 per hour, depending on qualifications.
Benefits: Provo City offers:
- Employer-paid health insurance
- Retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching
- Paid leaves (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental)
- Educational assistance
- Competitive pay
- Free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena
- A Provo Library card
- 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course
- A 4/10 work schedule
Responsibilities: The duties vary based on the level of the operator:
- Apprentice Operator: Assisting in excavating ground, installing water mains, and performing repairs
- Operator I: Independently performing duties, digging trenches, and repairing leaks
- Operator II and Operator III: Independently performing duties, cutting blacktop, operating a boom truck, and installing service taps
- Operator IV: Acting as crew supervisor, troubleshooting and repairing main leaks, and supervising lower-level operators
Requirements:
- A high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- A Flagger certificate (must obtain within 6 months of hire)
- Specific experience and certifications required for each level of operator
Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening on November 11, 2026. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible for consideration.