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AGENDA ITEM 1. Purpose. The purpose of this action item is to appoint Justin Mielke to the position of Utility Worker. 2. Background. On January 20th the Council accepted the resignation of Barry Rathbun from the position of public works maintenance worker, effective April 23rd, 2023. Staff met with the HR committee in April 5th and the council authorized a reorganization of the public works department at its April 24th council meeting authorizing a utility division within the public works department with 2 designated utility workers under the existing supervisor. Previously the work was done by the maintenance workers. This council action would appoint Justin Mielke to the second open position of utility worker positions. 3. Recruitment. An internal selection process was used to recruit for these positions. Justin was 1 of 2 employees that applied. The City PW Superintendent and Utility Supervisor interviewed the candidate and concluded that based on demonstrated abilities, and knowledge that Justin is a fit for the second utility worker position. 4. Recommended Candidate. Justin has been with the city for over 2.5 years. During his time with the city, Justin has worked as a maintenance worker Justin has proven to be a valuable member of the Public Works Department with responsibilities including: Water and Sewer operations including Water Plant testing and maintenance, on call rotations and emergency callouts. Justin has been able to master responsibilities and improve existing processes. Based on his qualifications and performance for the department, I would like to promote him to the position of Utility Worker. 5. Recommended Compensation. I recommend promoting Justin Mielke to the position of Utility Worker. Based on his experience and qualifications I recommend that he be placed at Grade 8 Step 3 ($33.13) of the pay scale with a date of September 26 for calculating step increases. The city personnel policy / appropriate collective bargaining agreement applies as part of this promotion. Future step increases will happen on the anniversary date of the promotion, and continued excellent performance reviews. COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED Motion to approve the hiring of Justin Mielke as Utility Worker at the 2023 Grade 8 step 3 of the Local 49 wage rate of $33.13. Prepared By DJG Reviewed By: ALH Approved By: Item No.: 6 Date: September 25, 2023 Item Description: Authorization to Promote Justin Mielke – Utility Worker Presenter: D.J. Goman Public Works Superintendent Agenda Section: Consent Agenda