Water & Wastewater Utility Technician — CDL Paid Training

North Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LAGERS pension

City-paid CDL training

On-the-job certification support

Certification-based advancement

Job summary

The City of North Kansas City is seeking a hands-on Utility Maintenance Worker to support Water Distribution and Water Pollution Control. This entry-level role includes a built-in career ladder with City-paid CDL training and on-the-job certification opportunities, starting at $22.90/hour with a 5% increase after the one-year probation.

You will inspect, repair, and maintain lift stations and water/sewer systems, perform hydrant tests, respond to sewer issues, and help with safety-focused field

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements — written exam passed within 90 days and CDL obtained by end of sixth month (City-paid; a two-year service agreement applies).
• Ability to obtain Missouri DNR DS-I, ATSSA Registered Flagger, and Traffic Control certifications within the one-year probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain lift and pump stations and water, storm, and sewer collection systems.
• Perform field work on water, storm, and sewer lines and fire hydrants, including hydrant flow tests.
• Maintain sanitary and storm sewers using specialized equipment, including a sewer combo truck.
• Respond to customer calls about sewer back-ups and clear backed-up City main lines.
• Perform utility locates (water, storm, sewer, fiber optics, and hydrants) for City and contractor projects.
• Operate sewer combo truck, dump truck, backhoe, excavator, light vehicles, power saws, and small engine equipment.
• Support the Meter Technician as needed.
• Help maintain a safe, clean work environment and assist with special projects.

Skills

Read plans and schematics

Safety practices for confined spaces

Independence and teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Missouri DNR DS-I certification

ATSSA Registered Flagger

Traffic Control Certificate

Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements

Job description

The City of North Kansas City is seeking a hands-on Utility Maintenance Worker to support Water Distribution and Water Pollution Control. This entry-level role includes a built-in career ladder with City-paid CDL training and on-the-job certification opportunities, starting at $22.90/hour with a 5% increase after the one-year probation.

You will inspect, repair, and maintain lift stations and water/sewer systems, perform hydrant tests, respond to sewer issues, and help with safety-focused field