What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Worker I position at City of Salina, Kansas?
UTILITY WORKER I
Utilities Department
City of Salina, KS
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 I, 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 driver’s 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.
Machines, Tools, & Equipment: Computer, iPad, telephone, two-way radio, test equipment, multimeters, megohmeters, chlorometers, personal gas monitors, pickups, dump trucks, tanker trucks, crane trucks, jackhammers, air moles, air compressors, wheeled & tracked excavators, skid loaders, hand & power tools, sewer cleaning equipment & inspection equipment.
Hours:
· Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
· After-hours calls.
Starting Pay DOQ EOE:
· $23.99 – 25.19/hr.
· $49,899 – 52,392/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
Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $49,899.00 - $52,392.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $49,899 - $52,392
