Water Utility Maintenance Technician

City of Wichita; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Wichita is seeking workers for maintenance and replacement of water mains, hydrants, valves, and service lines, supporting skilled crews and operating trucks and equipment outdoors.

This role requires physical work, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to obtain a Kansas Class A CDL within six months. Expect varied shifts, weather exposure, and possible overnight operations.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience operating construction/utility vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Valid Kansas Driver's License.
• Ability to acquire a Class A CDL within six months of employment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Six months of experience with water utility system operation (preferred).
• Valid Class A CDL license (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist in construction and repair of water mains, valves, hydrants, service lines, and related facilities.
• Assist in installing, operating, repairing, and replacing water distribution system appurtenances.
• Operate a truck and assist in loading/unloading materials such as sand, stone, cement, pipes, brick, gravel, dirt, and other similar items.
• Operate heavy equipment with attachments, various types of tools and equipment.
• Dig ditches and other excavations.
• Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Map reading

Communication

Job description

The City of Wichita is seeking workers for maintenance and replacement of water mains, hydrants, valves, and service lines, supporting skilled crews and operating trucks and equipment outdoors.

This role requires physical work, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to obtain a Kansas Class A CDL within six months. Expect varied shifts, weather exposure, and possible overnight operations.