Public Works Director

The City of Appleton is seeking applicants for the position of Public Works Director to plan, coordinate, and schedule personnel, materials, and equipment necessary to maintain the City’s streets, alleys, parking lots, sewer systems, water system, parks, cemeteries, parks, campground, brush site, airport, and other City owned facilities in good working order and to ensure that the needs of the City are adequately met.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Significant experience operating and maintaining heavy and light equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions doing heavy manual work.
• Ability to work in controlled hazardous environments, including work with chemicals and confined space.
• Ability to work a varied schedule based on weather conditions and the needs of the City.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Required Qualifications

• 6 or more years of experience as a general laborer or operator in one or more public works areas.
• 3 years in supervisory capacity with responsibility for multiple public works areas.
• Valid Class B Minnesota Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Level A Wastewater Operator License or a Level B License with the ability to achieve a Level A Licensure within 1 - 2 years.
• Level C Water Operator License or a Level D License with the ability to achieve a Level C Licensure within 1 - 2 years.

The City of Appleton offers a competitive benefits package and compensation range for this position depending on qualifications and experience.

Applications can be submitted via email to cityappleton@appletonmn.gov or in person at 323 West Schlieman Avenue, Appleton, MN 56208.

Questions about the position? Contact the City Administrator via e-mail at cityadministrator@appletonmn.gov. or by calling 320-289-1363

The City of Appleton is an EEO Employer.