Water Utility Worker - Water Treatment Plant Job at Confidential, Topeka, KS

  • Confidential
  • Topeka, KS

Job Description

This position is a great entry-level position working in the City’s water treatment plant. Duties include general maintenance of treatment facilities and equipment including basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, mechanical and electrical repair work. On-the-job training is available, and the position provides opportunities for advancement.

What you’ll do:

  • Diagnose equipment problems and determine proper remedial action.
  • Inspect, lubricate, dismantle, repair, and maintain a wide variety of pumps, motors, air compressors, piping and related utility plant equipment.
  • Performs general building maintenance and repair work.
  • Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance activities.

The ideal candidate:

  • Is a dependable and highly motivated self-starter.
  • Enjoys taking things apart, problem solving, and putting them back together.
  • Thrives in a changing work environment.
  • Has an aptitude for mechanics and a willingness to learn.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Technical school training in machine shop or related areas and completion of basic maintenance courses for water plant operation is preferred.
  • Must Possess and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license and meet the City’s insurability guidelines. Please review the Insurability Guidelines.

Entry rate of pay: $21.81 per hour.

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The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including

  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
  • KPERS 401(a) Retirement Plan
  • (457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
  • Free full-service Fitness Facility
  • Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work

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