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Maintenance positions it would provide an opportunity to stay on top of ongoing maintenance issues and also begin to work on proactive maintenance, particularly in the absence of the Utilities Supervisor. Staff is currently only able to address the most urgent reactive maintenance items along with standard utility locates, lift station work, and water meters. One of the candidates has a very strong background in lift station controls, electronics, and technology and would be ideal for a lot of the day-to-day lift station, booster station, and GPS work that is performed. Another candidate has a strong background in general maintenance and operating equipment such as backhoes and skid-steers and would be ideal for street maintenance and other hands-on work. The Apprentice candidate already has a well-rounded skillset from seasonal work at another city and displayed a passion to learn more and make public works his career. He has experience in parks and public works so he could assist both departments and take pressure off of the full-time Parks & Recreation department employees during the busy spring and fall seasons when seasonal employees are not available. FISCAL / BUDGETARY IMPACT: Due to the long-term absence of the Utilities Supervisor, there are currently funds available from the Public Works personnel budget in 2023 that can be dedicated towards the proposed Public Works Apprentice position. In addition, staff is proposing a reduction in the seasonal employee roster from 7 FTE’s to 6 FTE’s since the Apprentice would fill that role in the Public Works and Parks departments. As a reminder, the Public Works Apprentice position is a two-year position and is considered a full-time temporary position rather than a full-time permanent position. If a vacancy occurs in the Public Works or Parks Department, the Public Works Apprentice position can be moved into this position if they are qualified. Staff feels this is the best way to keep the department prepared for the coming years with potential retirements and other attrition. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approving the hiring of two full-time Public Works Maintenance I Employees as well as a Public Works Apprentice position from the latest group of applicants.