EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION - Street Maintenance Worker

Location:	Minnesota
Posted:	Apr 14, 2026
Due:	Apr 30, 2026
Agency:	City of Aitkin
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	R - Professional, Administrative and Management Support Services
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CITY OF AITKIN – STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER

The City of Aitkin is seeking a dedicated full-time Street Maintenance Worker. This position is

essential for the smooth operation of city functions and works closely with the Street Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Valid MN Class A driver’s license required. Tanker endorsement preferred.

• Inspect and maintain sewer system and lift stations.

• Maintain equipment and grounds/facilities.

Position Details:

• Type: Union Position

• Starting Wage: $21.60 – $24.55 per hour, DOE

• Wage Range: $21.60 – 29.32 per hour

• Seasonal Snow Shift Differential Pay

• Benefits: Excellent benefits and insurance package included. Family Health Insurance

paid by Employer.

Visit the City of Aitkin Administration Office or website at www.ci.aitkin.mn.us for the full

job description and application packet.

Position is open until filled. First review of applications will occur on Thursday, April 30, 2026

at 12:00 PM. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.

Application Instructions: Please submit an application, a cover letter, and resume in a sealed

envelope, clearly mark it with “application enclosed”. You may submit your application in

person or by mail to:

City Administration Office

Attn: Jen Thompson, City Administrator

130 Southgate Dr. – Suite 200

Aitkin, MN 56431

Or by email to: jen@ci.aitkin.mn.us – Subject Line; Application – First & Last Name

The City of Aitkin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

City of Aitkin Position Description

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Classification: Street Maintenance Worker

Department: Public Works

Reports to: Street Supervisor

Location:

Supervises: No direct reports

FLSA Classification: Hourly/Non-exempt

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Position Summary

Responsible for maintaining and repairing city infrastructure, buildings, equipment and parks in an efficient and safe

manner to provide the community with functional, safe and attractive roadways, infrastructure and recreational

opportunities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Water distribution, wastewater and storm water collection systems

• Performs daily inspections and maintenance, monitors lift stations, upgrades sewer lines, etc.

• Responds to emergency repairs such as sewer backups outside of normal working hours.

City Streets

• Maintains streets by performing street cleaning, minor street repairs, patching, crosswalk and curb painting,

crack sealing, etc.

• Clears right-of-way.

• Performs snow and ice removal and removal of storm debris.

• Repairs and maintains machinery and equipment.

• Maintains streetlights, poles and street signs.

• Maintains and repairs lots and sidewalks.

Buildings and Facilities

• Maintains lawns, trees, shrubs, etc.: mows and trims, removes and plants trees and shrubs.

• Maintains parking lots.

• Performs building maintenance and repairs.

Parks and Recreation

• Mows, trims and maintains grounds.

• Repairs and maintains playground equipment.

• Collects and disposes of trash.

• Maintains and repairs skate park, hockey rink, walking trails, and foot bridge.

Vehicles and Equipment

• Performs routine service and maintenance on vehicles and equipment.

• Performs welding and fabricating.

• Repairs as necessary.

• Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies.

Other duties as apparent or assigned.

• Prepares reports and records of activities and projects.

• Assists in planning and providing for future city expansion.

• Performs public relations: notifies public of projects and maintenance and responds to questions and concerns.

• Assigns work, trains and instructs seasonal workers.

• Attends meetings, trainings and continuing education.

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Qualifications

Education: High School graduation or equivalent.

Requirements:

• Valid MN Class A driver’s license with tanker endorsement.

• Ability to respond 24/7 to emergencies.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain Class SC wastewater collection system license.

• Heavy equipment operations certification.

• Knowledge of sanitary and storm sewer systems.

• Knowledge of street and sidewalk maintenance, repair, and preservation.

• Knowledge of building maintenance and repair.

• Knowledge and skill in equipment operation, repair, and maintenance.

• Knowledge of maintenance of parks, grounds, and vegetation.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, heat and cold.

• Regularly working near moving mechanical equipment and often in precarious places, where the employee is

exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals with risk of electrical shock and vibration.

• When outside or on job sites, this position may be exposed to loud noises.

• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or

controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100

pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distance, color, peripheral and depth vision.

Equipment Utilized

• Hand and power tools, mowers, testing equipment, electrical equipment, snow and ice removal equipment, city

vehicles.

Last Updated & Approved by CC: 11/03/2025

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www.ci.aitkin.mn.us

130 Southgate Drive – Suite 200  Aitkin, MN 56431

218/927-2527  Fax 218/927-1834

Application for Employment

We welcome you as an applicant for employment with the City of Aitkin. It is the City of

Aitkin’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment. The City of Aitkin will not

discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, marital

status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, status with regard to public

assistance, local human rights commission activity or any other basis protected by law.

Please furnish complete information, so we may accurately and completely assess your

qualifications. You may attach any other information which provides additional detail

about your qualifications for employment in the position you seek. Please refer to the

Applicant Data Practices Advisory for guidance regarding how your application

information will be used, the consequences of providing or not providing your

information, and more.

The City of Aitkin accommodates qualified persons with disabilities in all aspects of

employment, including the application process. If you believe you need a reasonable

accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Jennifer Thompson

at 218-927-2527.

Please print in INK or type when completing this application

Title of position applying for:

Personal Information

Name:

(Last)

(First)

(MI)

Street Address

City, State, Zip

Phone Number

Alternate Phone

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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States in the position for

which you are applying?

Proof of citizenship or work eligibility will be required as a condition of

employment.

Will your continued employment require employer sponsorship?

Are you at least 18 years old?

Yes No

Educational Information

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Grade School

High School

Did you graduate:

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High School

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College/Technical

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College/Technical

MA MS PHD JD

Graduate

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Graduate

School Name

High School:

Address

Course of study Degree

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