Storm Water Maintenance Operator (App. III)

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Job Details

What is the compensation

Pay Rate: (G23 G24 G25 G26) $22.00 - $35.10 per hour (depending on experience)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves including vacation sick holidays bereavement and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena a Provo Library card 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course a 4/10 work schedule and others. For more information about benefits click here.

What are the main duties (view the links below to learn more about each level.)

Apprentice and Operator I

• Operate and maintain the storm drain system.

• Clean and repair pipes trash racks inlet and diversion structures pump stations sump pumps and other system facilities.

• Perform minor maintenance and repair of equipment.

• Identify abnormal conditions and resolve basic operation issues.

• Prepare ditches and lay pipe.

• Clean and maintain storm drains and irrigation ditches.

• Mix and finish cement.

• Perform field investigations relating to the size and location of storm drains and irrigation culverts.

• Maintain repair install and excavate water mains service lines fire hydrants valves water meters fountains and sprinklers.

• Assist others as needed and perform other related duties as required.

Operator II and III

• Independently perform all duties of lower-level storm water maintenance operators.

• Install pipe manholes sumps inlet boxes and other storm drain systems.

• Perform pump repair and pump station maintenance duties.

• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues in pump stations and SCADA.

• Evaluate and execute construction changes.

• Interpret layout of storm drainage projects.

• Maintain all aspects of the Citys NPDES permit.

• Prepare and present various written reports and records.

• Operate jet/vac truck to clear lines.

What are the minimum requirements

Provo City will honor equivalent experience.

An equivalent to a high school diploma (GED) a valid lawful commercial driver license and a flagger certificate is required for all levels. Additional education may be substituted for experience as allowed by the State of Utah to qualify for unrestricted water systems operator certification.

Apprentice

• One year of experience in construction or other work requiring mechanical aptitude.

Operator I

• One year of professional storm water operator experience and Unrestricted Grade I Utah Water Systems Operator Certification.

Operator II

• Two years of professional storm water operator experience and Unrestricted Grade II Utah Water Systems Operator Certification.

Operator III

• Four years of professional water operator experience and Unrestricted Grade III Utah Water Systems Operator Certification.

What is the selection process

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted with the first screening being held a week from the posted date. Applicants mustmeet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming Safe and Sound Economically Vibrant and Forward Looking. Together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life well-being and as a beautiful place to live. Provo has been awarded the Best Performing City three years in a row and we were ranked the Best Run City in America by WalletHub for 2025. Visit to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.