Water Utility Worker - Water Treatment Plant Job at City of Topeka, Topeka, KS

  • City of Topeka
  • Topeka, KS

Job Description

Job Title

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.

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

Similar Jobs

Community Sports Partners

Email & SMS Marketing Specialist Job at Community Sports Partners

 ...-level role for someone who has foundational knowledge of email or digital marketing and wants to develop deep expertise in lifecycle campaigns...  .... A real growth path toward a full Lifecycle Marketing Specialist or Marketing Analyst role. Campaign Execution & Support... 

Associates Systems LLC

Ceramics Engineer Job at Associates Systems LLC

 ...Ceramics Engineer Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in ceramic materials, processes, and applications at our industrial manufacturing facility. This role is critical in advancing our material technologies, optimizing production processes,... 

LifeStance Health

Psychiatrist Job at LifeStance Health

 ...practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team! We are actively looking to hire talented psychiatrists in the area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. We are currently interviewing! We... 

Aditistaffing

Webgl Front End Developer Job at Aditistaffing

 ...has been a partner of choice for candidates and clients. Visit our website: Job Description WEBGL FRONT END DEVELOPER-3+ years of HTML5 web development-Expert knowledge of javascripts,-Expert knowledge of CSS-Expert knowledge of WebGL-Published... 

CompHealth

Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Surgery - Orthopedic - $180,000 to $200,000 per year in Renton, WA Job at CompHealth

 ...Nurse Practitioner | Surgery - Orthopedic Location: Renton, WA Employer: CompHealth Pay: $180,000 to $200,000 per year Shift Information: Days - 5 days Start Date: ASAP About the Position Our client, located in Seattle, is seeking an experienced...