Water Plant Maintenance Repair Worker I

Salary : $53,289.60 - $65,686.40 Annually Location : J Ave Water- 761 J Ave NE Cedar Rapids, IA Job Type: Full-Time Department: Utilities Division: Water Opening Date: 02/17/2026 Closing Date: 3/4/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: AFSCME About Looking to grow your career with great benefits and purpose-driven work? The City of Cedar Rapids is hiring a Water Plant Maintenance Repair Worker I to join our dedicated Public Utilities team. In this vital role, you'll perform hands-on maintenance and repairs to keep our water treatment facilities running safely and efficiently-directly supporting the health of our community. As a City employee, you'll enjoy excellent benefits, including generous paid time off, top-tier health insurance, IPERS retirement, and career advancement opportunities within one of Iowa's largest and most innovative public utilities. If you're dependable, safety-minded, and ready to build a meaningful career in public service, apply today and make a difference!About our Organization At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community's diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation. About our Community Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. About the Position Provides technical maintenance services to sustain a continuing program of water supply and distribution. Works under immediate-to-general supervision and exercises considerable discretion in selection of work methods and techniques, within generally established boundaries. The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization. Position FunctionsJob Duties and Responsibilities Adjusts, maintains and repairs wells, pumping systems, centrifuges, filter valves and controls, lime slaking, recarbonation, chlorination, fluoridation and other chemical feed systems in a municipal water system; Performs carpentry, masonry, plumbing, welding, fence building, painting and minor maintenance and repair of automotive equipment; Repairs and maintains turbine, gates and other mechanical systems associated with the 5 in 1 dam facility; Operates dump truck, end loader, skid loader to haul debris, chemicals and other equipment; Performs general maintenance and janitorial work, plows snow, mows grass, replenishes chemical feed systems, unloads trucks and performs general building and grounds maintenance; Wears and properly uses safety equipment including personal protective, fall protection equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and gas detection equipment; Responds to emergency situations to repair pumps, etc.; Attends training classes and seminars; Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices; Attends work regularly at the designated place and time; Supports continuous process improvement initiatives; Performs related work as required. Qualifications Acceptable Experience and Training: Minimum of one year work experience in maintenance or trades; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work. Required Special Qualifications: Valid Iowa Commercial Driver's License (Class B) within one year of employment and valid Medical Examiners Certificate, including air brakes and tanker endorsement. State of Iowa certificate in water distribution or water operations preferred. Work Schedule Day Shift - (4) 10 hour days per week, 6:00 am-4:30pm (select day off Monday, Tuesday or Thursday). On call once every 9 week rotation (12:30am Saturday through 6:00am Monday) The Water Plant Maintenance Repair Worker I is covered under the AFSCME Bargaining Union, and all new hires begin employment at $25.62 per hour, regardless of years of experience. Employees in this classification receive a step increase on their anniversary. The steps effective 7/1/2025 include: New Hire1 year2 years3 years$25.62$28.36$29.96$31.58 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history). Applicants with Disabilities We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at . We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families! The City of Cedar Rapids provides outstanding pay, benefits, time off, including: Medical co-insurance for participating providers of 90% plan / 10% employee Competitive pay Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension plans with a 9.44% City contribution and 6.29% employee contribution 457 deferred compensation employer match program (City will match up to 0.05% of your annual income each calendar year-learn more here.) Flexible Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care Accounts- learn more here) An average of 11 paid holidays per year Up to $3,000 per year in educational assistance 4 weeks of paid parental leave Public Service Loan Forgiveness - (The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer. ) Annual pay increases Fiscal year pay increases as determined by bargaining contract Employees are eligible for longevity pay after 5 years of continuous service 100% City paid basic life insurance Dental, vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance View our Expansive job growth opportunities Commitment to professional development Private health & wellness coaching partnerships 01 How many years of experience do you have in maintenance, repair, or related mechanical work? Less than 1 year of experience At least 1 year of experience At least 2 years of experience At least 3 years of experience At least 4 years of experience At least 5 years of experience More than 5 years of experience 02 Please describe your experience with skilled trades such as carpentry, plumbing, masonry, or welding. 03 Please describe your experience with repairing or maintaining pumps, valves, motors, or chemical feed systems. 04 If selected for this position, are you able and willing to obtain a Valid Iowa Commercial Driver's License (Class B) and valid Medical Examiners Certificate, including air brakes and tanker endorsement within One year of hire? Yes No Already possess a Valid Iowa Commercial Driver's License (Class B) and valid Medical Examiners Certificate, including air brakes and tanker endorsement. 05 Please select any of the following tasks you have experience with and would feel comfortable performing in this role. (Select all that apply) Maintaining and repairing pumps, valves, and other mechanical equipment in an industrial, utility, or similar setting. Working with water or wastewater treatment equipment such as wells, centrifuges, filter valves, or chemical feed systems. Performing basic trades work such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, welding, fence building, or painting. Operating equipment such as dump trucks, end loaders, skid loaders, or similar heavy equipment. Performing building and grounds maintenance tasks such as snow plowing, mowing, unloading trucks, or general janitorial work. Using safety equipment and procedures, such as PPE, fall protection, gas detection equipment, or confined-space entry protocols. None of the above, but I have other similar maintenance or repair experience. 06 Briefly describe your experience working collaboratively with diverse groups of people. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04