Water Line Replacement Maintenance Worker I

Water Line Replacement Maintenance Worker I

The City of Arkansas City is seeking a motivated safety-focused and dependable individual to assist in replacing aging or damaged water lines with new piping systems to ensure safe and reliable water distribution for our community. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on outdoor work and being part of a team.

At the City of Arkansas City we offer an excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance KPERS retirement paid time off holidays and opportunities for training and career growth.

Please see excerpts of the Water Line Replacement Maintenance Worker I job description below.

Essential functions include the following:

Water Line Construction & Replacement

1. Assist with installation replacement and rehabilitation of water lines (excavation trenching backfill surface restoration).
2. Measure cut align and assemble pipe fittings valves hydrants and service connections.
3. Load and unload materials tools and trench safety equipment.

System Repair & Emergency Response

1. Assist with locating mains and service lines.
2. Support leak repairs and service restoration.
3. Assist with shutting off restoring and verifying water service.

Equipment Operation & Jobsite Safety

1. Operate hand tools power tools and light equipment under supervision.
2. Assist with traffic control setup cones barricades and safe work zones.
3. Follow trench safety and confined space procedures.

Documentation & System Support

1. Assist with flushing chlorination and pressure testing procedures.
2. Record work activities and support GPS data collection.

Customer Interaction & Professional Conduct

1. Notify residents of service interruptions and maintain professional interaction.
2. Attend training and maintain regular attendance.

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications:

Licensing:

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

1. Basic knowledge of construction excavation or ability to learn quickly.
2. Safe use of hand tools power tools and light equipment.
3. Ability to follow instructions and perform duties accurately.
4. Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
5. Professional communication and basic documentation skills (GPS logs).

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

1. Heavy physical work.
2. Frequent standing walking bending kneeling climbing and working outdoors (all weather conditions).
3. Exposure to construction sites noise dust and confined spaces.

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday Friday 7:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. (more likely).

Pay Range: $18.55/hr. - $26.68/hr.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Must successfully pass a background check drug/alcohol screens physical exam and essential functions capability testing.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and proof of eligibility must be provided if selected for hire.

The City of Arkansas City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by federal state or local law. All employment decisions are made without regard to protected status and are based on merit qualifications and business necessity.