Water Distribution Technician II - Water Distribution

topeka; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental Insurance

Life/Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

KPERS 401(a) Retirement Plan

(457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic

Wellness Center

Free Parking

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Topeka’s Utilities department is seeking entry-level Water Distribution Technicians to support the water distribution system and treatment facilities. The role involves significant physical labor and working in inclement weather, including rain, snow, and muddy conditions, with duties in maintenance and repair.

An excellent field training program will help incumbents gain the skills for advancement; trainees will receive company-paid time to obtain a Class A CDL by the end of the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must hold a valid Class C Kansas driver’s license with insurable driving record.
• CDL required within six months of hire.
• Forklift Certification within one year of hire.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification within one year of hire.
• Experience in construction/maintenance/repair of water facilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, repair and manage water distribution system and water treatment facilities.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Class C Kansas Driver's License

Class A CDL

Forklift Certification

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

Job description

The City's Utilities department is seeking hard-working individuals to join the Water Distribution team as Water Distribution Technicians. This is a year-round, entry-level position that entails significant physical labor and working in inclement weather, including rain, snow and in muddy conditions. Duties include general maintenance and repair and replacement of water mains and pipelines.

This position has an excellent field training program to assist incumbents in obtaining the skills needed for advancement. Trainees will receive training and assistance on company-paid time to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL), which is required by the conclusion of the six-month initial hire probationary period. Training, study time, and equipment are all provided by the City.

What you’ll do:

• Install, inspect, maintain, repair and manage water distribution system and water treatment facilities.
• Investigate and resolve matters dealing with customer complaints.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, power tools, and light to heavy construction equipment as needed.

Minimum qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C Kansas drivers’ license and city insurable driving record. Please review the Insurability Guidelines.
• Experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of water treatment plants and facilities or an equivalent combination of training and experience is preferred.
• Class A CDL required within six (6) months of hire date.
• Forklift Certification within one (1) year of hire date.
• First Aid/CPS/AED Certification within one (1) year of hire date.

Entry rate of pay:

$21.81 per hour.

The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including

• Health/Dental Insurance
• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation & Holidays
• KPERS 401(a) Retirement Plan
• (457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
• Free in-house Wellness Center, a full-service fitness facility
• Free Parking
• Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer