Public Works Trainee

Full Time
Burnsville, MN 55337
Posted
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Position Details

The Public Works Trainee performs entry level and semi-skilled work in the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s park, utility or street systems under the direction of Divisional Superintendents and Crew Leads. This is a limited duration full-time union benefited position for up to a maximum of two years to train and gain the skills and experience necessary to be a fully qualified maintenance worker. Each trainee position will be terminated at the end of two years if not hired into a maintenance worker position before that time.

Our Public Works Department is a team of talented individuals who work to keep our city running smoothly and efficiently in order to make our community a truly desirable place to live and work
.

How you'll use your strengths every day

The Public Works Trainee values people and perspectives by:
  • Building relationships with City Staff, Contractors, and Regulators.
  • Responding to calls and emergency situations in order to serve the public.
They are on the leading edge when they:
  • Use technology to aid in implementing maintenance goals.
  • Improve processes and find ways to optimize results.
And they expect the best by:
  • Provide quality park, street, and Utilities maintenance operations.
  • Proactively seek continuing education opportunities.

What you'll bring to help you be successful

  • A high school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of (1) one-year experience in construction or maintenance in a similar environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License with the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 9 months.
  • A background or interest in local government work serving the community.
  • An interest in developing what you do best and a commitment to valuing each colleague for their unique perspectives.


BENEFITS-ELIGIBLE
In Burnsville, we create great experiences for our employees so they do the same for our community. We offer total rewards, development opportunities, and flexibility that reflect our commitment to you.

Total Rewards
Providing the highest level of care for our community starts with caring well for you. We provide a wide range of benefits to full-time employees and part-time employees who are scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Focused on your wellbeing, our total rewards include:

  • Twelve weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Up to four weeks bereavement and caregiver leave.
  • Leave donation options to take care of one-another.
  • 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance and options for caring for your family.
  • Employer yearly contribution to HSA or HRA/VEBA plans of $3,000 for single and $4,800 for employee-plus and family coverage.
  • City contribution to your retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association.
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year.
  • Vacation equivalency that recognizes your professional expertise.
  • Sick leave and 13 paid holidays annually.
Employee Development
We believe that we all can benefit from ongoing learning and growth. We offer focused development opportunities through our organizational university, Burnsville University, to help people and teams be their best. Our comprehensive onboarding path engages new employees right from the start, with a year-long experience focused on connecting you to our organization and community.

Work Your Way
We are committed to flexibility in meeting the needs of our employees while continuing to provide excellent service to our organization and community. That’s why we encourage remote and flexible work, when we are able. Whether you want to work in a coffee shop, adjust your start time, or wear jeans on a Monday, we encourage employees to work in a way that allows you to be your best.


Agency
City of Burnsville (MN)
Address

100 Civic Center Parkway

Burnsville, Minnesota, 55337

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