POSITION SUMMARY:
This position performs operational duties of vehicles and specialized equipment used in construction and maintenance activities in the Public Works Department. Primarily involved in the operation of equipment (trucks, mowers, tractors, hand and power tools) in association with the Water, Sewer, Street, and Parks division. General knowledge of underground utilities experience as a utility locate technician is a plus.
WHAT WILL PUT YOU AHEAD: Experience in water and/or sewer distribution maintenance including, but not limited to, operating vac truck, inspect, clean, and televise wastewater collection lines. Sewer line taps. Meter service installation and maintenance. Sample, analyze water and/or draw samples for compliance. Operate multiple computer application including work order system, SCADA and radio read software.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs manual work and operates department vehicles, powered equipment, mowers, tractors, and other mechanical equipment used in departmental projects.
Performs storm sewer, water, wastewater, street, and park maintenance.
Assumes on-call status on a rotating schedule and is subject to call-out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Must live within 30 minutes legal drive time to the Public Works Department or move within said distance within 60 days of hire.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES:
Assists with the maintenance and repairs to all public facilities and equipment.
Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.
DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Must be 18 years of age.
High School diploma or GED.
Minimum 1-year experience in the operation of automotive or specialized equipment used in the construction or maintenance activities within a public works and/or parks department.
Must be able to successfully pass a background check, preemployment fitness test and drug screening .
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Skilled in the operation of tools, machinery, and equipment used in essential or peripheral duties as listed above.
Ability to operate equipment including mowers, weed eaters, utility trucks, skid steer, backhoe, snowplow, materials spreaders, sewer equipment, and other types of machinery.
Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Able to make decisions and problem solve while working in collaborative groups and independently.
Works well with other employees, staff, and the public.
Basic computer skills.
LICENSES REQUIRED:
Must possess a valid Kansas Driver’s License with the ability to obtain a Class ‘B’ CDL with air brake endorsement within 1 year of hire.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects, bending, kneeling, and climbing is required daily to fulfill the duties of this position.
Some adverse working conditions exist with this position. Exposure to hazardous chemicals, hazardous materials, heavy machinery, traffic, excessive noise, and heights in all types of weather conditions can be expected.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, run, drive, push, pull, carry, see, hear, speak, crawl, use hands, climb, kneel, smell, and other similar types of functions.
The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move more than 110 pounds and frequently lift 25 pounds.
Must pass a post-offer drug screen and physical prior to beginning employment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Most work will be performed outdoors in various types of conditions. Use of safety equipment and the following of safety protocol is required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
Benefits:
Health & Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
KPERS Retirement plan
Vision insurance