Street Maintenance

Join our Public Works team! We are looking for our next team member who is interested in providing excellent service, is a creative problem solver, and understands the importance of the work we do for the Oakdale community. This position works alongside a crew to maintain and repair critical infrastructure, helping ensure Oakdale is a great place to work and live. We recently moved into our new Public Works Maintenance facility. Oakdale offers a comprehensive compensation package including competitive wages, generous PTO, and a full benefits and insurance program. How to apply Along with your required application materials, interested candidates are encouraged to include a cover letter sharing why you are interested in this role. Once the position closes, applications will be reviewed and qualified candidates invited to participate in an initial video interview. Second in person interviews are also anticipated for candidates progressing beyond the first interview. Successful candidates will need to complete pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background and reference checks. This position will be part of an ongoing random drug screen pool as required under FMCSA regulations. Why you should join our team: Oakdale provides: • a competitive compensation structure • great benefits including 13 paid holidays • a comprehensive insurance package • participation in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) • up to $600 annually for cell phone allowance/reimbursement • up to $500 annually for purchase of safety shoes or protective outer gear • up to $100 annually for prescription safety glasses • uniforms and equipment to perform the job • generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be scheduled as qualified candidates are identified. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. More specific details will be provided if applicable, but our anticipated hiring timeline is as follows:

• October 30, 2026 - Initial review of applications • Week of November 2, 2026 - First round virtual interview • Week of November 9, 2026 - Second round in person interview

If candidate is selected:

• City Council appointment: second/fourth Tuesday of the month • Start date: On/after the Monday following appointment

We look forward to hearing from you!

POSITION SUMMARY This position performs duties that result in or contribute to the comfort, convenience, or safety within the City of Oakdale by ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the City’s street and storm sewer facilities. Primary job responsibilities include snow and ice removal, pavement management and repair, surface water maintenance, including catch basin maintenance, pipe, culvert replacement/repair, sediment and erosion control, and safe operation of a variety of equipment. Our street maintenance team is essential to the Public Works department and provides assistance to all divisions, as designated by supervisors, generally working with a high degree of autonomy most of the time.