Water & Wastewater Utility Technician I

Gulfshoresal; Salina, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick leave

After-hours pay premium

Job summary

City of Salina, Kansas is seeking an Utility Worker I to assist in the maintenance and operation of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. The role involves semi-skilled to skilled labor, minor electrical and mechanical tasks, and routine pump and valve work.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and 2 years of related maintenance experience. The position offers standard hours, with optional after-hours pay for evening and overnight shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years maintenance experience preferred.
• Must live within 40-minute response time and possess a valid Kansas driver’s license and be 18+.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and operation of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Install, repair, inspect pipelines, valves, hydrants, pumps and piping.
• Operate and maintain pumps, motors and control systems; use test equipment.
• Perform custodial tasks such as cleaning, mowing and snow removal.
• Work hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with after-hours calls.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Heavy labor

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Test equipment

Multimeters

Megohmeters

Chlorometers

Job description

City of Salina, Kansas is seeking an Utility Worker I to assist in the maintenance and operation of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. The role involves semi-skilled to skilled labor, minor electrical and mechanical tasks, and routine pump and valve work.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and 2 years of related maintenance experience. The position offers standard hours, with optional after-hours pay for evening and overnight shifts.