Seasonal Laborer Hydrant Technician

(Seasonal Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage: $14.00/hour

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 or

Job Summary:

To contribute to the public health and fire protection by ensuring that all City fire hydrants are clear of obstructions and flowing properly with adequate and appropriate water addition to this maintenance the incumbent also maintains a database identifying flow pressures and locations of the fire hydrants.

Job Duties

• Turns stuck stubborn or difficult valves with heavy wrenches.
• Recognizes when hydrants are in need of repair or are not flowing properly or with adequate water volume.
• Reads and comprehends a street map on an iPad.
• Communicates orally in writing using a telephone two-way radio email and the hydrant flow collector apps.
• Paints hydrants.
• Maintains records of all water hydrant maintenance activities.
• Maintains hydrant flushing according to the pre-determined schedule.
• Maintains a cordial and effective working relationship with coworkers and the general public.
• Assists other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or the Department.
• Follows established safety practices for the benefit of themself coworkers and the general public.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge Skills and Additional Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Valid drivers license.

Other Information

• This is not a KPERS covered position.
• Generally works under the Fire Services shift supervisor (normally a Battalion Chief) but may be required to work in the Department of Utilities as well.
• May be asked to work independently at times.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work performed at assigned location(s).
• Works in extreme heat and traverse irregular terrain.
• Work in damp or duty conditions with occasional exposure to excessive noise.
• Stand walk sit use hands handle feel speak hear climb stairs push pull or lift up to 50 pounds.

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.