Job Opportunities

Water Operator I

Job Summary

If you are a positive, accountable, self-motivated individual who enjoys spending time doing a variety tasks, and has a passion for serving the community we invite you to apply to the City of Hiawatha Water Department Team.

The City of Hiawatha, Iowa is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Water Operator. This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled activities related to water treatment, and the water distribution system.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist in installation, repair, construction, and maintenance of the City’s water treatment plants, wells and distribution lines. This may require strenuous work for extended periods of time.
• Read water meters, determining and recording water usage, resetting and retagging meters, performing necessary maintenance work and checking meters for accuracy by looking for errors, and or leaks.
• Collect water samples at various locations and test samples accurately in accordance with standard procedures.
• Operate motors, pumps, filters, chemical feed pumps, and other equipment as needed.
• Encourage and promote compliance with safety rules and the use of safety equipment.
• Assist another City department and perform other duties as directed by Supervisor
• Must be available to respond to emergencies or unusual situations outside of the normally assigned work hours. This position may require on call for water emergencies.

Specific Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Pre-employment physical, background check, and drug test required.
• Minimum High School diploma or GED Certificate and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Ability to obtain a Class B, Iowa Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brakes within 1 year of hire date
• Subject to the Iowa Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing program.
• Understand the operation of mechanical and electrical equipment used in filtration and pumping.
• Understand the principals, practices and procedures used in water treatment.
• Construction techniques, applications of operational hazards, and safety precautions
• Ability to communicate with supervisor, other employees, citizens, contractors, and vendors
• Ability to obtain a grade I water treatment and grade I water distribution certificates within one year of hire.
• Ability to operate a variety of “heavy” equipment in a safe and professional manner. Ex, backhoe, end loader, dump trucks, fork lifts, tractors, mowers, hydro excavation equipment, mowers and trucks.
• Starting pay range is $48,000-$52,000

How to Apply

Complete a Hiawatha Employment Application online and upload resume. 

Employment application and job description can be found at www.hiawatha-iowa.com under job opportunities or by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at 101 Emmons Street Hiawatha, Iowa 52233. EOE. This position is open until filled. 

• Water Operator I

Full-Time Fire Medic or Paramedic

Job Summary

Protects life and property by performing emergency medical service, fire fighting, hazardous materials, fire prevention, education, and training duties. Operates and maintains fire and EMS equipment, apparatus, and facilities. Full-Time 40 hours a week for a Paramedic and up to 52 hours a week for a Fire Medic. Hours are not guaranteed and may vary as needed. The incumbent may be required to work days, weekends, early mornings, evenings or overnights as needed. Shifts can be 12 or 24 hours in length. 

Specific Qualifications

Three years experience in ambulance and emergency medical operations with transport experience. Certification as Paramedic, Firefighter 1 for Fire Medic applicants, and related training.  Possession of valid Iowa driver's license. Emphasis on this position is the delivery of Advanced Life Support EMS, however, Fire Medic applicants must have the ability to function as a firefighter, including performing interior operations wearing an PPE and SCBA, and the driving and operating of various fire apparatus.  Paramedics in this position are not firefighters, and are not required to be certified as Firefighter 1. Candidates are required to complete pre-employment, post offer physical, drug screen, and background check. 

How to Apply

Complete a Hiawatha Employment Application online and upload resume.

Position open and first review of applications will be October 3, 2025. 

Applications are also available at the City of Hiawatha City Hall, 101 Emmons Street, Hiawatha, IA. 52233, or by calling 319-393-1515. All paper copy applications and resumes should be returned to the City Hall address attention City Clerk.

• Part-Time Fire Medic

Fire and EMS Volunteer

Job Summary

Are you looking for a way to serve the community in a meaningful, fulfilling manner? The Hiawatha Fire Department is in search of people who want to make a difference in the community!  Volunteer Firefighters help their neighbors by responding to fire, medical and other service calls. Initial fire training is provided free of charge, with ongoing training twice a month.  Firefighters are assigned to crews that are on duty together. Those crews assist in taking care of the fire station and equipment. They help in other ways too- by participating in fire prevention activities and doing standby at community events. 

Volunteering with the fire department is a great way to learn new skills, meet new people, and serve the community in a meaningful, fulfilling way.  

Specific Qualifications

Candidates are required to complete pre-employment, post offer physical, drug screen, and background check. Full list of duties and qualifications can be found on job description.

How to Apply

Complete a Hiawatha Employment Application online.

Applications are also available at the City of Hiawatha City Hall, 101 Emmons Street, Hiawatha, IA. 52233, or by calling 319-393-1515. All paper copy applications should be returned to the City Hall address attention City Clerk.

• Volunteer Firefighter EMT