What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic - Water Pollution Control position at City of Topeka?
The City of Topeka is seeking a jack-of-all-trades who is willing and eager to learn the skills required to be a successful maintenance mechanic for the Water Pollution Control division. No experience is necessary well teach you everything you need to know! This is an entry-level position with an excellent field training program to assist incumbents in obtaining certifications needed for advancement. Training, study time, certifications, uniforms, laundry service, and equipment are all provided by the City.
This position works Monday through Friday and is year-round, full-time role that works in all weather conditions.
What youll do:
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on a variety of equipment and sewage facilities.
- Assist in groundskeeping, housekeeping and cleaning and painting of facilities as required.
- Support operational needs by working overtime, inclement weather events and participating in after-hours call rotation.
The ideal candidate possesses any combination of the following traits:
- A basic knowledge of mechanics and/or plumbing hand tools.
- Enjoys taking things apart, problem solving, and putting them back together.
- Is a highly motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, changing work environment.
- Has an aptitude for technology or willingness to learn.
- Thrives in a mobile work environment and possesses excellent navigational skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas drivers license and city insurable driving record. Please review the insurability guidelines here.
- Experience in general maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment is preferred but not required.
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Entry rate of pay: $20.51 per hour
The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health/Dental/Prescription Insurance
- Kansas Public Employee Retirement System.
- Generous paid Vacation and Sick leave
- Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
- Deferred Comp Savings Plan
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
- Free in-house full-service fitness facility
- Employee Assistance Program
The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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