Maintenance Technician - Public Utilities

City of Manhattan Kansas; Armed Forces Reserve Center and Joint Vehicle Maintenance Facility (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances

City issued Cell Phone

KPERS Retirement

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Education Reimbursement

Certification/licensure reimbursement

Long-term disability

Employer paid group life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The City of Manhattan Kansas is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join Public Works. This regular, non-exempt role supports street, traffic, stormwater, wastewater, and water distribution maintenance, performing repairs, equipment operation, and safety duties.

Starting wage is $21.60-$25.93 per hour, DOQ, with Monday–Friday, 7:00AM–3:30PM shifts. Applicants must have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and obtain a CDL with airbrakes/tanker within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment.
• Work Zone certification for Traffic division within 24 months of employment.
• Two years relevant construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and heavy equipment and use power/hand tools.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain safe worksites with warning devices and protective gear.
• Respond to inquiries and maintain records of work completed.
• Collaborate with contractors and attend trainings as required.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement

Work Zone certification (Traffic division)

Two years relevant experience in construction or related area

Job description

Description

(Regular, Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage: $21.60 - $25.93/hour, DOQ

Closing Date: Open Until Filled; posting may close at any time.

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM

Summary/Objective

The Maintenance Technician contributes to the overall mission of Public Works by working as a crewmember and contributing to public health and safety. Responsible for assisting in all related maintenance administered by the relevant division.

Essential Functions

All Maintenance Technicians perform repairs using general knowledge of basic construction techniques.

• Operates single/tandem axle trucks, heavy equipment, and various power/hand tools.
• Performs routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Assists in securing work areas and maintaining safe worksites by placement of appropriate warning devices while wearing special protective devices.
• Answers and responds to public and staff inquiries regarding related division.
• Maintains records regarding work completed.
• Works with contractors and developers on repairs and maintenance.
• Attends meetings and training as required.

Specific duties of Maintenance Technicians in various areas:

Street:

• Repairs asphalt and concrete pavement.
• Performs snow and ice removal, spring clean-up and flood mitigation as required.

Traffic:

• Places new and repairs sign and pavement markings

Stormwater:

• Conducts inspections and field work related to the stormwater management and stormwater drainage system.
• Performs snow and ice removal, spring clean-up, flood mitigation and levee maintenance.

Wastewater Sewer Maintenance:

• Performs preventative maintenance on the city's sewer gathering system by operating line maintenance equipment.

Water Distribution:

• Repairs and maintains pipelines, valves, fire hydrants, water services, meters, and other related equipment.

Perform other duties as requested:

• Responds to emergency call-backs, including seasonal emergencies.
• Works overtime as needed to complete regular and seasonal work.
• Assists supervisors and other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or department.
• Division-specific duties may include: production of signs, landscaping, yard repair, meter repairs, and road right-of-way (RROW) mowing.

Additional Qualifications

• Employees of Public Works Streets, Fleet and Stormwater and Public Works Water and Wastewater Maintenance and Public Works Traffic crews must reside within a 25-mile radius of the respective Public Works Shops for the purpose of responding to call backs and after-hours or on-call duties.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver's license with airbrakes and tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment (Class B for Traffic division).
• Work Zone certification for Traffic division (Obtain within 24 months of employment).

Preferred Education and Experience

• Two (2) years relevant experience in construction or related area.

Compensation & Benefits

• Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
• City issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
• Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
• Medical, Dental, Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
• Paid Holidays - 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Education Reimbursement, Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
• Other Benefits - Long-term disability, employer paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.