Position Overview

Santaquin City is accepting applications for a Utility Maintenance Operator I or II in the Operations/Public Works Department. This full-time, non-exempt position performs skilled duties related to the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of city utility and public works service systems, including streets, water transmission, wastewater collection and treatment, and pressurized irrigation. The position also assists with maintenance of city parks, buildings, and cemetery.

Essential Functions

Water and Pressurized Irrigation

• Install, maintain, and repair water service connections, water lines, meters, fire hydrants, and water mains.
• Maintain storage tanks, springs, wells, water regulators, and sampling equipment.
• Read meters and perform water quality sampling.
• Locate and repair broken lines, service connections, and leaks.
• Maintain pumps, meter boxes, backflow devices, and related equipment.

Sewer Collections and Water Reclamation

• Install, maintain, inspect, and repair sewer collection systems, mains, manholes, and service connections.
• Operate sewer maintenance equipment and inspect for leaks or malfunctions.
• Assist with operation of the Water Reclamation Facility.
• Haul biosolids, record equipment data, and perform equipment repairs.

Streets and Public Works

• Assist with street construction, maintenance, repair, and resurfacing.
• Operate equipment such as dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, snowplows, and graders.
• Perform storm drain cleaning, road maintenance, patching, and snow and ice control.
• Assist with concrete work, curbs, gutters, and traffic safety procedures.
• Inspect, service, and maintain assigned equipment.

Parks, Cemetery, and Vehicle Maintenance

• Assist with cemetery site preparation, irrigation repairs, and seasonal snow removal.
• Maintain parks and recreational facilities, including landscaping, irrigation, and facility upkeep.
• Assist with construction and maintenance of recreational facilities.
• Perform routine vehicle and equipment maintenance, including fluid levels, air pressure, electrical systems, and hydraulics.

Minimum Qualifications

Utility Maintenance Operator I

• Graduation from high school.
• Two years of related maintenance experience.
• Must obtain a valid Utah Commercial Driver's License (CDL-B) within one year of hire.
• Must be available for weekends, holidays, on-call, standby, and emergency calls.
• Must live within 30 minutes of travel time from Santaquin.
• Must meet attendance and punctuality requirements.

Utility Maintenance Operator II

• Graduation from high school with designated technical certifications.
• Four years of experience in construction, maintenance, or repair of water distribution and sewer collection systems.
• Valid Utah Commercial Driver's License (CDL-B).
• Water Distribution Operator IV certification.
• Certified Flagger.
• HAZWOPER training and annual renewal.
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to maintain or renew certifications.
• Must live within 30 minutes of travel time from Santaquin.
• Must be available for weekends, holidays, on-call, standby, and emergency calls.
• Must meet attendance and punctuality requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Applicants should have knowledge of construction methods and materials, engineering standards and codes, building and utility systems, blueprints, specifications, and project management. The position requires communication skills, cooperative problem-solving, the ability to interpret plans and codes, estimate materials, perform mathematical calculations, and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, officials, agencies, and the public.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position requires moderate to heavy physical activity, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting weights of 75 pounds or more on a regular basis. Work may take place in difficult conditions and adverse weather, with exposure to hazardous materials, chemicals, fumes, noise, and moving equipment.

Successful candidates must complete a pre-employment drug test and criminal history check following a conditional offer of employment. Employees required to drive must also successfully complete a motor vehicle record check.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through Santaquin City's official employment website.

Application Closing Date: Friday, October 23, 2026

Santaquin City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For complete requirements and application information, please refer to the official job announcement.