Hiring: Water System Maintenance Operator II ( May underfill at a level I) Company: Salt Lake City Corporation Location: Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 14:39:26 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site About the job Required Skills: •Under general supervision, operates assigned equipment and vehicles, including dump trucks, front end loaders, compressors and related equipment as a normal and continual assignment, while performing specialized and routine water maintenance work. Operates backhoes on an as needed basis and for training and emergency purposes. •This Position Is Eligible For Full City Benefits, Including Health Insurance •Dental, Vision and Life Insurance •Paid vacation and personal leave •6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available •Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k) •A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) •Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually Qualifications: •Possession of a valid Utah Commercial Drivers License Class "A" and other CDL endorsements as required. •Two years paid work experience operating related heavy equipment including backhoes, 10‑wheel dump trucks and front‑end loaders on a documented and continual basis. Knowledge of the hazards and application of safety rules involved in the operation of equipment and the ability to be covered by insurance at standard premium rates. •Certification required, or ability to obtain within six months from hire, in Confined Space Entry, Trench and Shoring (Competent Person as defined by OSHA), Flagging and Traffic Control Device Placement, and Forklift Operation. •Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies including 24‑hr call‑out and standby according to a rotating schedule. •Demonstrated ability to work well and relate with co‑workers, supervisors and the general public under varying job related circumstances. •Must comply with UDOT physical requirements. •Certification as a Water Distribution Operator IV. •Heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium‑to‑heavy weights. Difficult working positions. Must stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods. Exposure to disagreeable elements such as heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust or grease. Substantial exposure to health and Occupational hazards. •Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior. •This position may be assigned to shift work, extensive overtime, callouts, standby or rotating shift schedules. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!