Water Utility Worker - Water Treatment Plant

topeka; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental Insurance

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 maintenance technician for the water treatment plant. The role covers general maintenance of facilities and equipment, including basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, mechanical and electrical repair work, with on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement.

Key tasks include diagnosing equipment problems, inspecting and maintaining pumps, motors, air compressors and piping; performing building maintenance; and keeping accurate maintenance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school training in machine shop or related areas and basic water plant maintenance courses preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license and meet insurability guidelines.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

General maintenance

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school training in machine shop

Job description

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.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license and meet the City’s insurability guidelines.

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 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