Utility Laborer/Operator Position
CITY OF MAUSTON
UTILITY LABORER/OPERATOR POSITION
City of Mauston is the county seat of Juneau County, Wisconsin with a population of around 4,347. It is approximately 70 miles northwest from the state capital, Madison
City of Mauston is seeking a candidate for the utility laborer/operator position to work primarily in the water and wastewater divisions of the Public Works Department. Pay range is $23.70-$29.63 per hour depending on qualifications. Preference will be given to certified water and/or sewer operators, and those with a current CDL.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Read meters and SCADA system, and maintain routine reports.
• Collect and submit monthly water samples.
• Perform utility locates.
• Perform utility shutoff and meter installations.
• Operate trucks for snow and ice control and transportation of construction materials. Operates light utility
vehicles to load and unload materials as required in some operations.
• Operate equipment and take the lead on water main break repairs and sanitary system repairs.
• Exercise reasonable care and maintain proper control of vehicles and equipment being used by the employee,
be responsible for its proper operations, and promptly identify the need for maintenance or repair.
• Comply with all safety policies, programs and criteria, and to utilize personal protective equipment in
accordance with department policies.
• Keep the Public Works Director and Utilities Superintendent advised of developments pertaining to essential
City utility system to ensure proper operation of the department.
• Respond to utility department emergency situations and take the necessary steps to abate the emergency
(Water main and lateral breaks, Wastewater and storm sewer blockages, Water and wastewater plant
equipment failures, and flooding, etc.)
• Perform other Public Works duties as assigned by the Public Works Director and Utilities Superintendent.
• Perform related work as required and other duties as assigned.
For a complete job description and application, contact Mauston City Hall at 303 Mansion Street, Mauston WI 53948-1329. 608-847-6676, or www.mauston.com/employment. Completed applications must be received at Mauston City Hall, Attn: Daron J Haugh, no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 2, 2023.