Public Works Maintenance Technician I or II

City of Pleasant Hill, MO; Pleasant Hill (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid vacation and sick leave

LAGERS retirement plan

Job summary

The City of Pleasant Hill, MO is seeking a Public Works Maintenance Technician I or II to perform a range of maintenance duties for city infrastructure including streets, water and sewer systems. This on-site role requires hands-on work and the ability to operate equipment under supervision.

Starting wage is $19.00–$23.69/hour, with benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and paid vacation/sick leave; retirement is provided by LAGERS.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old with a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Possess (or obtain within 90 days) a valid Class A CDL with Air Brake endorsement.
• Possess (or obtain) Water and Sewer Licensing.
• Ability to work overtime on short notice and be available for an on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Operate power equipment and drive CDL vehicles with minimal supervision.
• Assist in maintenance and repair of water and sewer systems.
• Perform street maintenance and repair tasks as assigned.
• Support department operations as needed.

Skills

Municipal maintenance

Heavy manual labor

Outdoor work

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

CDL Class A

Air Brake endorsement

Water & Sewer Licensing

Job description

Job Opportunity: Public Works Maintenance Technician I or II

The City is seeking a dedicated and skilled Public Works Maintenance Technician I or II to join our team. If you enjoy hands-on work, operating equipment, and contributing to the vital infrastructure of our community, we want to hear from you!

Summary Of Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Public Works Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician I or II performs a variety of unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled tasks. This role is essential for maintaining City infrastructure, with a primary focus on street repair and the maintenance of water and sewer systems. You will play a key part in ensuring our City remains safe and functional for all residents.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate power equipment and drive vehicles requiring a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with minimal supervision.
• Actively assist in the maintenance and repair of City infrastructure, including water and sewer systems.
• Perform street maintenance and repair tasks as assigned.
• Execute various related duties to support department operations.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Possess (or be willing to obtain within 90 days) a valid Class A CDL with Air Brake endorsement.
• Possess (or be willing to obtain) necessary Water and Sewer Licensing.
• Ability to work overtime on short notice and participate in an "on-call" rotation.

Desirable Skills & Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of methods, materials, and tools used in municipal maintenance.
• Experience operating excavation equipment and performing heavy manual labor (including trench work).
• Ability to work effectively outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain positive relationships with colleagues and the public.

Starting wage and benefits

Starting wage of $19.00 - 23.69/hr is dependent on experience and skills. The City provides a generous benefit program including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and paid vacation and sick leave. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City provides a LAGERS L-6 retirement plan with no employee contributions.