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Current Job Openings

Utility Trainee

Closes March 31, 2025 11:59 PM Central

Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) is seeking individuals to join our Supply Systems team. As a Utility Trainee, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform a variety of tasks while receiving training to obtain your Driver's License. Candidates hired now will be joining at an exciting time as they will have the opportunity to promote onto the water distribution team where SPRWS has just launched a new program to remove all lead service lines from their service area over the coming years.

  • Work for extended periods of time performing manual labor maintenance work on varied terrain, including trimming, planting and seeding, watering, trash cleanup, grass cutting, shoveling, and emptying trash containers.
  • Assist watershed crews in operations including hauling brush and debris, chipping brush, assisting in the installation of fences, and other related duties.
  • Learn about the SPRWS water production and distribution systems and how to perform work related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of system components.
  • Learn to operate equipment including walk behind weed whips, brush cutters, hedgers, blowers, shovels, lawn mowers, wheelbarrows and other tools and equipment as directed.
  • Lift and carry equipment, tools, and supplies of up to seventy-five (75) pounds. Bend, crawl, climb, shovel, and stoop for long periods of time, and walk, lift, push, pull, stoop, and stand on uneven and slippery surfaces.
  • Perform routine equipment maintenance which may include checking oil, tire greasing, changing blades, etc. Learn to make minor repairs and report abnormalities.
  • Learn to drive vehicles related to operations and maintenance tasks. Take steps to obtain a MN Class D driver's license, if not already licensed.
  • Operate in difficult, hazardous, and unpredictable work environments such as rain, snow, ice, and high winds. May be exposed to fumes, irritants, and/or gases.


 

GIS Specialist I

Closes April 2, 2025 11:59 PM Central

Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) is seeking a GIS Specialist I to perform entry-level work compiling, verifying, maintaining, and inputting information into multiple databases utilizing a department Geographic Information System (GIS) and related software programs. The successful candidate will work on the SPRWS GIS team supporting overall operations and utility-wide projects including the Lead Free SPRWS program. They will also support Enterprise map development and updates, data entry, digitizing, cartography for print and online maps, and general GIS troubleshooting.
 


 

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About SPRWS

Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) is a public drinking water utility for the City of Saint Paul and 13 surrounding communities. Our mission is to provide reliable, quality water and services at a reasonable cost.

SPRWS administration building exterior


 

A few facts about SPRWS:

  • 140 year history as an organization
  • 450,000 customers
  • 1,100 miles of water main
  • Over 500 million dollars in recent project investments (McCarrons Treatment Plant Project, Lead Free SPRWS)
  • Awarded best tasting water in Minnesota (2021) by the Minnesota American Water Works Association

Why Work for SPRWS

Two SPRWS employees using large tools on a water pump

Make a Positive Impact

Working at SPRWS allows you to contribute to the well-being of your community by providing safe, clean, and reliable drinking water to thousands of residents.

Career Growth and Learning

SPRWS offers career opportunities in a variety of fields, each with avenues for professional development. We encourage and support ongoing training and education, helping our team members stay up-to-date with industry advancements and best practices.

Collaborative Environment

At SPRWS, we foster a collaborative work environment where employees can share their expertise, learn from each other, and work together to achieve common goals.

Career Paths

SPRWS water quality lab staff members posing for a photo

We are always looking for talented, dedicated people to join our team! Whether you are beginning your career or building on past experiences, SPRWS offers many interesting and challenging opportunities with over 90 different job titles in categories including:

  • Administration
  • Construction
  • Customer Service
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Information Technology + GIS
  • Maintenance
  • Trades
  • Vehicle Technician
  • Water Plant Operations
  • Water Quality

Benefits

As a component unit of the City of Saint Paul, SPRWS employees receive an extensive offering of benefits including:

Health Benefits

  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical / dependent care
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee wellness program and incentives

Work Life Balance

  • Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and parental leave
  • Flexible work schedules and hybrid remote options

Financial Benefits

  • Pension / retirement plan
  • Deferred compensation plans
  • Tuition assistance

Additional Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Unionized workforce
  • Frequent company social activities

Last Edited: March 24, 2025