Seasonal Laborer - Water Treatment Plant

Description

(Seasonal, Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage: $14.00/hour             Closing Date: 07/01/2025

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

How to apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete    the required online application. For general questions about the    position, contact Parks and Recreation at 785-587-2757.    

Summary/Objective

Contributes to overall mission of Water Treatment Plant by performing maintenance work to include mowing, weed eating, and other maintenance duties as may be assigned.

Job Duties 

• Assists with general labor duties related to grounds maintenance and equipment maintenance such as mowing, painting, weed eating, janitorial duties, light brush and tree trimming, and other miscellaneous tasks assigned.    
• Uses and wears personal protective equipment required in hazardous environments and emergency situations.  
• Operates a riding lawn mower, push lawn mower, weed eater, basic hand tools and a truck pulling a trailer. 
• Communicates orally and in writing, including using the telephone and two-way radio. 
• Represents the City of Manhattan professionally and courteously with the public and other City employees.   
• Assists supervisors and other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or department. 
• Comprehends and learns standardized work procedures and practices. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.  

Other Duties

• Assist supervisors and other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or the department.
• Comprehend and learn standardized work procedures and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Additional Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent.  
• Valid driver’s license.  
• 18 years or older. 

Preferred Knowledge and Skills 

• Six (6) months experience in grounds maintenance. 

Other Information? 

• This is not a KPERS covered position. 
• Must pass all pre-employment tests including all applicable background checks.