Water Maintenance Worker

Position Title

Water Maintenance Worker

Position Summary

The City of Abilene Public Works Department is accepting applications for a full-time Water Maintenance worker. This position requires a 40‑hour workweek with the potential for intermittent overtime. The employee performs semi‑skilled and unskilled labor in the repairs and maintenance of all water and sewer equipment, operates departmental equipment and hand tools, and performs manual labor for the installation of water and sewer lines.

Good communication skills are required.

How to Apply

Complete the On‑Line Application.

Date Closed

Open until filled

Hours

M‑F 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Benefits

The City of Abilene offers a competitive salary and fringe benefits, including health and dental benefits, paid vacation, sick leave, holiday pay and KPERS retirement. Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience.

Department

Public Works

Reports To

Public Works Director / Streets & Utilities Superintendent

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt (eligible for overtime pay)

Retirement

KPERS

Job Description

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Summary

Under the supervision of the Streets and Utilities Superintendent, the Water Maintenance Worker I is a non‑exempt position under FLSA which performs semi‑skilled and unskilled labor in the repairs and maintenance of all water and sewer appurtenances. This position is responsible for operating departmental equipment and hand tools, and manual labor for the installation of water and sewer lines. This employee should possess good communication skills.

Essential

Job Functions

• Ability to learn to safely and effectively operate all departmental equipment.
• Assist in the repair, installation and maintenance of all water and sewer related materials.
• Effectively interact with customers.
• Learn to operate all water meter reading equipment and maintain accurate records and daily logs.
• Respond to emergency call outs.

Ancillary Job Functions

• Assists other departments as the need arises.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.
• Assist with snow and ice removal.

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and a valid Kansas Driver’s License is required. The ability to obtain a Kansas Commercial Class A Drivers License is required. A Class I Water Certification is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

(Not all inclusive) The ability and willingness to learn about equipment maintenance and operation is required.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Government Administration

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Abilene is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and conducts background checks and drug screening on all potential candidates.

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