Maintenance Worker I, II and III - Based on Qualifications

City & Borough of Sitka Alaska; Prairie Village (KS); On-site; USD 43,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KPERS retirement

401(a) supplemental retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Prairie Village is seeking Maintenance Worker I, II and III based on qualifications to support Parks and Public Works operations in Prairie Village, KS. The role involves operating a range of equipment, maintaining infrastructure, and participating in snow removal and day-to-day city duties.

Positions are based at the Parks/Pool facilities with full-time hours and a structured pay scale. The City offers comprehensive benefits and a hiring bonus opportunity upon acceptance and after two years of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing) with strong communication skills.
• Ability to operate City Public Works equipment and perform basic maintenance tasks.
• Able to work in various weather conditions and physically perform required tasks.
• Willingness to participate in snow removal and related duties.

Responsibilities

• Operates light and heavy Public Works equipment and assorted tools.
• Spreads salt and plows snow from streets, parking lots, and sidewalks.
• Assists in construction, repair, maintenance, and operation of City infrastructure.
• Uses and maintains various tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Completes field data entry using computer and mechanized devices.
• Adheres to safety and preventative maintenance procedures at all times.
• Supports other Public Works staff in daily duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

English fluency

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

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Maintenance Worker I, II and III - Based on Qualifications

Regular Full-Time Parks/Pool Prairie Village, KS, US 4 Attachments

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1207

Salary Range: $42,916.00 To $72,984.00 Annually

PAY SALARY- EFFECTIVE 01/01/2026

Maintenance Worker I - $42,916 - $57,937 - based on qualifications

Maintenance Worker II - $50,058 - $67,578 - based on qualifications

Maintenance Worker III - $54,062 - $72,984 - based on qualifications

Hiring Bonus Opportunity - $500 at time of hiring and $500 after completion of 2 years of employment

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee covered by City at 100%; reduced rate for family members.
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance covered by City at 100%.
• Employees are enrolled in the KS Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS), requiring a contribution rate of 6% of salary (deducted from each paycheck).
• Additional 457 deferred compensation plan managed by Voya Financial Advisors- optional for employees.
• Additional 401(a) supplemental retirement plan managed by Voya Financial Advisors- City contribution in employee’s name based on employee contribution to 457 (up to max of 5%).
• Service award at the conclusion of every third year of employment equivalent to 5% of employee’s salary.
• Paid vacation (amount accrued increases every 5 years), 11 paid sick leave days, and 13.5 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental leave available.

Nature of Work:

Maintenance Workers perform work in operating all Public Works equipment and in constructing, repairing, maintaining and operating City infrastructure such as streets, sidewalks, curbs, fences, parks, playground units, trees, buildings, fountains, swimming pool, traffic control and other City infrastructure according to Public Works practices. All Maintenance Workers participate in snow removal duties and are also assigned a work crew:

• Street & Drainage Crew - work assignments focus on minor street repairs, traffic signs, and stormwater system maintenance and repair.
• Grounds Crew - work assignments are primarily focused on parks, landscape areas, playgrounds, and sports fields.

Primary Duties:

• Operates pickup truck, dump truck, wheel front loader, backhoe/loader, mowers, chain saws, trimmers, seeders, pumps, generators, snow blowers, tampers and may be required to operate sewer jet truck and street sweeper.
• Spreads salt on and plows snow from streets, parking lots, and sidewalks.
• Assists and performs activities in the construction, repair, maintenance, and operation of City infrastructure.
• Uses and maintains various tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Complete required data entry in the field via computer and mechanized equipment.
• Practice accepted safety and preventative maintenance procedures at all times.
• Assists others in the performance of their Public Works duties.
• Other duties as assigned by Public Works management.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrate proficient ability to operate equipment and use of hand tools.
• Observe accepted safety and preventative maintenance procedures at all times.
• Knowledge, understanding, and ability to follow the policies and practices.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions and physically perform the basic job abilities required in Public Works.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public and other employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing) with strong communication skills.

Maintenance Worker III updated 2021-12.doc

Maintenance Worker II updated 2021-12.doc