Public Utilities Maintenance Technician – Day Shift

City of Manhattan, Kansas; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KPERS retirement

Paid holidays & vacation

Education reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Manhattan, Kansas is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support Public Works. The role involves operating trucks and heavy equipment, performing routine vehicle maintenance, and assisting in street, stormwater, and wastewater tasks to support public health and safety.

Starting wage is $21.60–$25.93 per hour, DOQ, with a 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday schedule. Open until filled; benefits include KPERS retirement, holidays, vacation, and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Obtain CDL Class A with air brakes and tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment (Class B for Traffic).
• Work Zone certification must be obtained within 24 months of employment.
• Two years relevant construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates single/tandem axle trucks, heavy equipment, and various power/hand tools.
• Performs routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains records regarding work completed.
• Works with contractors and developers on repairs and maintenance.
• Attends meetings and training as required.
• Repairs asphalt and concrete pavement.
• Performs snow and ice removal, spring clean-up and flood mitigation as required.
• Places new and repairs sign and pavement markings.
• Conducts inspections and field work related to stormwater management and drainage.
• Performs snow and ice removal, spring clean-up, flood mitigation and levee maintenance.
• Performs preventative maintenance on the city’s sewer gathering system by operating line maintenance equipment.
• Repairs and maintains pipelines, valves, fire hydrants, water services, meters, and other related equipment.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL Class A with air brakes and tanker endorsement

Work Zone certification

Job description

The City of Manhattan, Kansas is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support Public Works. The role involves operating trucks and heavy equipment, performing routine vehicle maintenance, and assisting in street, stormwater, and wastewater tasks to support public health and safety.

Starting wage is $21.60–$25.93 per hour, DOQ, with a 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday schedule. Open until filled; benefits include KPERS retirement, holidays, vacation, and education reimbursement.