What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician - Water/Wastewater position at City of Perryville?
The City of Perryville is currently accepting applications for a Maintenance Technician in the Water/Wastewater Department of Public Works. Your primary duties would include the maintenance and operation of fire hydrants, valves, lift stations, sewer jet truck, water distribution systems, sanitary collection systems, and grease trap inspections.
Starting annual salary is $40,133 with an increase to $41,739 after successfully completing the probationary period. City residency is not required; however, any prospective on-call employee shall reside within a 35-mile and 45-minute radius of their worksite. Once trained, members of this team are required to participate in a rotating, after-hours, on-call schedule, typically serving about one week every other month.
The City of Perryville offers a competitive benefits package which includes:
- 100% employer paid health and life insurance for the employee
- LAGERS retirement program at the L6 - 2% benefit bracket (non-contributory)
- PTO accrual immediately upon employment. Accrual amounts per pay cycle are based upon length of service. Max accrual is 400 hours.
- Long Term Care for FMLA qualifying events
- 14 paid holidays
A strong preference will be given to applicants with the following skills, abilities and qualifications:
- Prior work experience with a water/wastewater utility system (preferred)
- Equipment operating experience (preferred)
- High school diploma or equivalent GED (required)
- Valid Missouri driver’s license (required)
- Class B CDL license with air brake & tanker endorsement (required)
- Applicants who do not hold a CDL at the time of hire must be able to obtain as a condition of employment
This position is open to the public as well as current City employees. Previous applicants must reapply. Applications are available at City Hall, 215 North West Street, Perryville, MO 63775 or www.cityofperryville.com and will be accepted until 5:00 pm on Monday, February 17, 2025. The City of Perryville reserves the right to notify only those individuals selected for an interview as to the status of their application for employment.
The City of Perryville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Details
Category
Public Works
Status
Open
Posted
January 31, 2025 11:10 AM
Closing
February 17, 2025 5:00 PM
Salary : $40,133