Maintenance Worker I
Department: Maintenance Salary: Dependent on Qualifications
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
Supervises: N/A
Primary DutiesEmphasis on Water and Sewer Department Functions
- Troubleshoot problems and maintain all department equipment and machines in good working condition.
- Maintain utility facilities in a clean and safe condition.
- Conduct minor maintenance tasks, including general construction, painting, ground maintenance, and assisting with snow removal as required.
- Conduct routine maintenance and repair on the water facilities and distribution systems.
- Locate and repair water leaks and maintain water mains, pumping facilities, valves, water storage facilities, and main-to-meter service lines.
- Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on wastewater collection systems.
- Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on the wastewater treatment plant.
- Inspect and maintain all pumps and motors, install and maintain all water services.
- Provide connection and disconnection of water services.
- Read water meters.
- Operate distribution system equipment, including back hoe, bob cat, and tapping machines.
- Locate, inspect, and assist in raising manholes.
- Collect samples of sewage and effluent as needed.
Secondary Duties
Responsible for the Appearance of City Property
- Mowing of City Property
- Weedeating
- Trim Trees
- Operate Mowers and Related Machinery
- Conduct Daily Checks of Equipment
- Operate Motor Vehicle on a Regular Basis
- Repair & Replace Traffic Signage
- Cross train and fill in as needed to assist in water, wastewater, or storm water operations
Roles: This position requires the ability to work independently, work well with others, and perform in a team environment on a daily basis.
Impact: Successful completion of work tasks results in improved operating costs, utilization of material and/or equipment, and public satisfaction.
Latitude: Duties are assigned by supervisor. Most problem-solving is accomplished in conjunction with supervisor. Some decisions not affecting other departments may be made independently.
Interaction: Frequent interaction with employees throughout the organization and the general public.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience: Experience operating mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, and hand tools.
Skills
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to operate all division equipment and machinery.
- Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing.
Certification/License:
- Valid Kansas driver’s license.
- Driving record must meet commercial liability insurance requirements.
Work Environment:
- Frequent (75%) exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous elements, and dangerous situation.
- Frequent (40%) carrying, lifting, moving, or pushing of 90 pounds. Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching forward and overhead, and twisting.
- Fine hand coordination, simple hand-grasping, and ability to operate controls required.
- Must be available for on-call, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
- Must reside within a 45-minute lawful drive time of City limits.
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
