Code Enforcement Officer

The City of Oelwein is looking for a motivated, team-oriented individual that takes pride in follow-through and completion of work. Must have a positive outlook on local government, great work ethic and regular attendance. Candidate will inspect properties and/or complaints concerning violation of municipal code. 

Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator

City of Oelwein is looking for a motivated, team oriented, excellent character individual who takes pride in completion of work. Must have a positive outlook on local government, great work ethic and regular attendance. Candidate will work as assigned in a laboratory, operations, industrial pretreatment, repairs, or installation and maintenance of wastewater facilities. As well as in water treatment, water distribution, sewer collection, streets, and storm sewers. Responsible for laboratory testing, record keeping and wastewater compliance regulation. An emphasis in wastewater, chemistry, science, or related field is a plus. Basic qualifications are educational experience or work experience that will facilitate acquisition of a Grade 4 Iowa Wastewater Certification within 5 years. Pre-employment physical is required along with mandated drug and alcohol testing to acquire an Iowa CDL. Pay range 1st year is $20.85-27.59. Excellent Benefits. Awesome health insurance plus longevity. Position opened until filled. A detailed job description is available along with Exam Eligibility Requirements are available.  Send cover letter, resume, application and grade transcript to Oelwein City Hall 20 2nd Ave SW, Oelwein, IA 50662 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. The City of Oelwein is an equal opportunity employer.

Work is anticipated to begin on the 2021 Water Main Improvements Project July 14, 2021.  Areas of improvement include

     1st Street NE from 8th Avenue to 12th Avenue NE
     12th Avenue SE from East Charles to Middle School and on 1st Street SE from Hillside Dr East to 12th Avenue SE
     5th Street SE from 5th Avenue SE to 9th Avenue SE
     6th Avenue SE from 5th Street SE to 7th Street SE

Please check here for more information on the project. Contact information can also be found here.

The 2020 Consumer Confidence Report has been released.  The full report may be found here.

1. It endangers motorists – particularly motorcyclists.
2. It can clog storm drains, possibly leading to storm water backups.
3. It can contaminate water by increasing sediments, reducing oxygen levels and creates algae blooms that adversely affects fish and plant populations in ponds and streams.