UTILITY WORKER I
City of Salina, Kansas
Utilities Department
Apply Directly with the City of Salina
Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov
The Utility Worker I position plays a vital role in maintaining the city's water distribution & wastewater systems, contributing significantly to public health & community safety. This position involves a range of duties from the installation & repair of pipelines, valves, & manholes, to performing minor electrical & mechanical maintenance, ensuring the reliable functioning of essential infrastructure. The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with two years of experience in utility construction, plumbing, or related fields, emphasizing practical skills & familiarity with mechanical systems. This role directly impacts the daily lives of Salina residents by ensuring clean & efficient water services, making it an indispensable part of the city's operational team.
Career Advancement: Utility Worker II, Senior Utility Worker
On-the-Job Training: Our new Utility Workers will receive training conducted by experienced & knowledgeable staff, fostering technical & practical skills essential for water distribution & wastewater system management. Trainees gain hands-on experience in installing & repairing pipelines, valves, & manholes, along with the opportunity to perform essential electrical & mechanical maintenance. This guidance emphasizes skill-building, expertise, & teamwork. The importance on continued education & mentorship ensures that our Utility Workers are well-prepared for advancement & long-term opportunities, forming a foundation for a rewarding career in public utilities.
Duties:
Installs, repairs, cleans, taps, fits & inspects wastewater/water pipelines.
Installs & repairs wastewater/water valves & manholes.
Installs & repairs wastewater/water service lines.
Maintains wastewater pumps, motors & controls.
Installs & repairs fire hydrants.
Performs minor electrical & mechanical maintenance.
Performs custodial work such as cleaning, painting, lawn mowing & snow removal.
Installs & repairs chemical feed pumps & piping.
Performs permit required confined space entries.
Set-up & take-down appropriate traffic control signs & barricades.
Data entry to submit work orders, work assignments, & job tickets.
Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D.
Experience:
Two (2) years maintenance of utility construction, general construction, plumbing, mechanical & electrical equipment maintenance or related work preferred.
Requirements:
Must live within 40 minutes response time.
Must possess valid Kansas drivers license.
Work Type:
Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Heavy lifting & manual labor.
Equipment:
Air compressors, air moles, chlorometers, computer, crane trucks, dump trucks, hand & power tools, iPad, jackhammers, megohmeters, multimeters, personal gas monitors, pickups, sewer cleaning & inspection equipment, skid loaders, tanker trucks, telephone, test equipment, two-way radio, wheeled & tracked excavators.
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
May include call out or after-hours work.
Starting Pay DOQ EOE:
$24 69/hr.
$50 435/yr.
Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.
Paid Time Off:
48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
96 hours of sick leave during first year.
Application Deadline:
Until filled
To be considered, fully complete applications are required.
