Maintenance Technician - Public Utilities

(Regular, Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage: $21.60 - $25.93/hour, DOQ

Closing Date: Open Until Filled 

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM

How to Apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position, contact Unique Hiram at (785) 587-2447 or [email protected].  

Summary/Objective

The Maintenance Technician contributes to the overall mission of Public Works by working as a crewmember and contributing to public health and safety. Responsible for assisting in all related maintenance administered by the relevant division.

Essential Functions

All Maintenance Technicians perform repairs using general knowledge of basic construction techniques. 

• Operates single/tandem axle trucks, heavy equipment, and various power/hand tools. 
• Performs routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment. 
• Assists in securing work areas and maintaining safe worksites by placement of appropriate warning devices while wearing special protective devices.
• Answers and responds to public and staff inquiries regarding related division.
• Maintains records regarding work completed.
• Works with contractors and developers on repairs and maintenance.
• Attends meetings and training as required.

Specific duties of Maintenance Technicians in various areas:

Street:

• Repairs asphalt and concrete pavement.
• Performs snow and ice removal, spring clean-up and flood mitigation as required. 

Traffic:

• Places new and repairs sign and pavement markings 

Stormwater:

• Conducts inspections and field work related to the stormwater management and stormwater drainage system.
• Performs snow and ice removal, spring clean-up, flood mitigation and levee maintenance. 

Wastewater Sewer Maintenance:

• Performs preventative maintenance on the city’s sewer gathering system by operating line maintenance equipment.

Water Distribution:

• Repairs and maintains pipelines, valves, fire hydrants, water services, meters, and other related equipment.

Perform other duties as requested:

• Responds to emergency call-backs, including seasonal emergencies.
• Works overtime as needed to complete regular and seasonal work.
• Assists supervisors and other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or department.
• Division-specific duties may include: production of signs, landscaping, yard repair, meter repairs, and road right-of-way (RROW) mowing.

Additional Qualifications 

• Employees of Public Works Streets, Fleet and Stormwater and Public Works Water and Wastewater Maintenance and Public Works Traffic crews must reside within a 25-mile radius of the respective Public Works Shops for the purpose of responding to call backs and after-hours or on-call duties.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license with airbrakes and tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment (Class B for Traffic division). 
• Work Zone certification for Traffic division (Obtain within 24 months of employment).

Preferred Education and Experience

• Two (2) years relevant experience in construction or related area.

Compensation & Benefits

• Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
• City issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
• Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
• Medical, Dental, Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
• Paid Holidays – 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Education Reimbursement, Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
• Other Benefits - Long-term disability, employer paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.