Compensation: This position starts at $16.22* per hour. *Hourly rate may vary based on education, experience or qualifications. Benefits: Medical, dental and vision Sick & Personal leave Work-Life Balance programs: military leave, civil leave, bereavement leave 9 paid holidays YMCA membership ($15 a month paid by the City of El Dorado) KPERS Retirement and deferred compensation programs Longevity pay EMPAC Employee Assistance Program Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information. *Regular, full time employees will be eligible for health insurance benefits on the first day of the month following sixty days of full time employment. Health insurance benefits include medical, prescription, dental and vision. Position Summary: Maintains and operates equipment and performs various maintenance duties within the Water Distribution Division. Classification level will be based on mastery of skill and division needs. Essential Functions: Maintenance Activities
- Replace or repair water lines for maintenance projects, install new water lines and sewer lines, repair manholes, repair and replace valves, hydrants, taps, and service meters. Use proper disinfection procedures for putting water mains back in service.
- Maintain basic knowledge of lift stations.
- Maintains an awareness of the operation of a variety of tools and equipment. Operates the tools and equipment assuring for compliance with safety procedures.
- Maintains an on Call status as scheduled assuring for coverage.
- Shows the desire to learn how to operate various heavy equipment, including but not limited to backhoe, loader, tap machines, sewer flusher/Vac truck, trencher, dump trucks, and bobcat assuring for safety of self and others, and following proper operation procedures
Experience: This is an entry level position, prior experience is not required. Employee is expected to acquire the necessary information and skills to perform the job satisfactorily within six months. Certifications: Possession of a valid Kansas Driver's License. Possession of a valid Class B CDL or the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within the first 90 days of employment. This job description does not exclusively outline the duties expected of the employee in this role. Employees may need to adhere to additional job-related directives and fulfill other job-related tasks upon request, adhering to relevant state and federal regulations. Some job responsibilities outlined here may be subject to potential adjustments in compliance with applicable state and federal laws. Welcome to the City of El Dorado Career PortalE-Mail Confirmation: After your application has been received by the City of El Dorado, you will receive confirmation by e-mail. Please check your SPAM filter or JUNK Mail. If you have not received confirmation within 48 hours of submitting your application, please call 316-###-#### to verify your application has been received. For additional information, contact Human Resources at 316-###-#### or e-mail ...@eldoks.com. The City of El Dorado conducts background checks and drug screening on all potential candidates. Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Employment with the City of El Dorado offers people the opportunity to serve the community as well as work in a professional and fulfilling career environment. If you are relocating to El Dorado, find out more about our community. By submitting your application for any position with the City of El Dorado, you understand and agree to the attached statements. If you require assistance to apply, please contact Human Resources at (316) ###-####, or email ...@eldoks.com. For more information about working for the City of El Dorado please visit Human Resources. The City of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer.