7 Month Laborer Wastewater Reclamation Facility

Salary: $28.88 - $30.20 Hourly Location : Des Moines, IA Job Type: Temporary Full-Time Job Number: 3915-3-2026-WRF Department: Wastewater Reclamation Authority Division: WR800807 - WRF Plant Field Services Opening Date: 03/11/2026 Closing Date: 3/25/2026 4:00 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: CIPEC Occupational Group: Non-Civil Service Location of Vacancy: Water Reclamation Facility Recruitment: Entrance Selection Method: Those applicants deemed most qualified based on an evaluation of education and experience will be considered for an interview. Driving Record Check: Driving records of qualified applicants will be reviewed. Applicants not meeting City driving standards will be eliminated from employment consideration. Qualified applicants who need a reasonable accommodation must inform this office at (515) 283-4213 or TTY at Iowa Relay at 711 or 1-800-735-2942 prior to the closing date. Distinguishing Features of the Class Under immediate supervision, to perform routine manual labor related to construction, maintenance, and repair activities or supports staff in land application of biosolids. This position is a seasonal 7-month assignment (March - October). 40 hours per week. Some work assignments may include working overtime, weekends and holidays.Acceptable Experience and TrainingGraduation from high school or possession of a GED. Required Special QualificationsPossession of a valid Class A CDL with Tank Endorsement, and the ability to operate vehicles with Airbrakes, is required. Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Please Note: If you possess an out-of-state Driver's License, submittal of certified driving record is required. All records should be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 by the application deadline date. Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)Perform manual labor such as repairing concrete and asphalt pavement, digging trenches and post holes, loading/unloading materials, equipment, and supplies; backfill ditches, manholes, and complete other required activities to assist construction crews. Repair and maintain roadways, rights-of-ways, sidewalks, and various infrastructure elements to ensure upkeep of the City's infrastructure. Maintain traffic control markings and devices. Assist with sanding, snow removal, and flood control efforts. Occasionally operate pneumatic power tools, hand tools, trucks, and other similar equipment. Adhere to safety protocols and use protective gear (e.g., hard hats, gloves, safety glasses) to reduce injury risks, including installing barricades for traffic control and safety. Perform other related work as assigned. This positions receives only mandatory benefits. 01 Were you employed by the City of Des Moines, IA as a 7-Month Laborer at the Wastewater Reclamation Facility during the 2025 Employment Season? Yes No 02 Describe your work experience you have in wastewater operations including the name of employer(s) and employment dates where you obtained this experience. 03 List the hand tools, motorized equipment, and/or vehicles you used and operated to complete your wastewater duties. Response must be clear and thorough to receive credit. If not applicable, list "N/A". 04 Describe any experience you have operating a bio-solids spreader, end-loader (5 1/4 yard bucket) and large mowing tractors with attached mowing decks including the employer(s) and employment dates where you operated this equipment. Response must be clear and thorough to receive credit. If not applicable, list "N/A". 05 Do you possess a high school diploma or GED? 06 Do you currently possess a valid Class A CDL with a Tank Endorsement and the ability to operate vehicles with airbrakes?Note: If you possess an out-of-state Driver's License, submittal of certified driving record is required. All records should be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 by the application deadline date. Yes No 07 Please check "Yes" showing your understanding that that you must possess a Tank Endorsement prior to the closing date of this posting. Yes No 08 Please check "Yes" showing your understanding that this position for this season runs through October 30th. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-13