What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Repairer position at City of Kansas City?
Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
Pay Range: $20.10-$30.64 per hour
Work Location: 5310 Municipal Ave
Work Days and Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline: October 16, 2026
About Us
About the Public Works Department
At Kansas City Public Works, we keep the city moving. Our department manages the infrastructure residents rely on every day; from streets, sidewalks, streetlights, and traffic signals to major capital improvement projects that shape the city's future. We also drive initiatives that improve safety, mobility, and quality of life across Kansas City neighborhoods. Every project we take on supports one goal: a well-maintained, sustainable city that works for everyone who lives, works, and travels here.
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Responsibilities
What You'll Do
- Assemble signal heads, Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs), and pedestrian poles to support safe and efficient traffic operations.
- Inspect, repair, and maintain electrical systems for traffic signals, signal cabinets, pedestrian poles, pedestrian push buttons, RRFBs, and related equipment to ensure reliable system performance.
- Assist Maintenance Electricians, Senior Electronic Technicians, and Supervisors with installations, preventive maintenance activities, and after-hours service calls to support the operation of the City's traffic signal infrastructure.
Qualifications
REQUIRES
- Completion of a trade school or a shop training program; OR six (6) months of experience in general maintenance and repair work.
- May be required to obtain a valid Missouri Class A, B, or C Commercial Driver's License (CDL) prior to the end of the probationary period, as determined by the department.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.
- Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license in accordance with City of KCMO policies.
Other Information
Military veterans encouraged to apply
Why You'll Love Working with Us – Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.
Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays—with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.
Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.
Support for Life’s Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.
Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses—invest in your future while you work.
Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.
Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.
Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.
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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.
In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City’s Applicant Tracking System.
Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.
If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.
The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy
The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org.
If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans’ points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during “wartime” and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code § 4211).
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