Water Utility Worker - Water Treatment Plant

City of Topeka; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Life/Long Term Disability

Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

KPERS 401(a) Retirement Plan

(457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic

Free full-service Fitness Facility

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Topeka is seeking an entry-level Water Utility Worker for our Water Treatment Plant. The role focuses on general maintenance of facilities and equipment, with on-the-job training provided and clear pathways for advancement.

Key duties include diagnosing equipment problems, performing repairs, and keeping detailed maintenance records while working in a dynamic plant environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Technical school training in machine shop or related areas and completion of basic maintenance courses for water plant operation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose equipment problems and determine proper remedial action.
• Inspect, lubricate, dismantle, repair, and maintain a wide variety of pumps, motors, air compressors, piping and related utility plant equipment.
• Performs general building maintenance and repair work.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance activities.

Skills

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school training in machine shop or related areas

Job description

Water Utility Worker - Water Treatment Plant

This position is a great entry-level position working in the City’s water treatment plant. Duties include general maintenance of treatment facilities and equipment including basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, mechanical and electrical repair work. On-the-job training is available, and the position provides opportunities for advancement.

What you’ll do:

• Diagnose equipment problems and determine proper remedial action.
• Inspect, lubricate, dismantle, repair, and maintain a wide variety of pumps, motors, air compressors, piping and related utility plant equipment.
• Performs general building maintenance and repair work.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance activities.

The ideal candidate:

• Is a dependable and highly motivated self-starter.
• Enjoys taking things apart, problem solving, and putting them back together.
• Thrives in a changing work environment.
• Has an aptitude for mechanics and a willingness to learn.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Technical school training in machine shop or related areas and completion of basic maintenance courses for water plant operation is preferred.

The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including

• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• KPERS 401(a) Retirement Plan
• (457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
• Free full-service Fitness Facility
• Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer