UTILITY WORKER I City of Salina, Kansas Utilities Department Apply Directly with the City of Salina Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov The Utility Worker I position plays a vital role in maintaining the city's water distribution & wastewater systems, contributing significantly to public health & community safety. This position involves a range of duties from the installation & repair of pipelines, valves, & manholes, to performing minor electrical & mechanical maintenance, ensuring the reliable functioning of essential infrastructure. The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with two years of experience in utility construction, plumbing, or related fields, emphasizing practical skills & familiarity with mechanical systems. This role directly impacts the daily lives of Salina residents by ensuring clean & efficient water services, making it an indispensable part of the city's operational team. Career Advancement: Utility Worker II, Senior Utility Worker On-the-Job Training: Our new Utility Workers will receive training conducted by experienced & knowledgeable staff, fostering technical & practical skills essential for water distribution & wastewater system management. Trainees gain hands-on experience in installing & repairing pipelines, valves, & manholes, along with the opportunity to perform essential electrical & mechanical maintenance. This guidance emphasizes skill-building, expertise, & teamwork. The importance on continued education & mentorship ensures that our Utility Workers are well-prepared for advancement & long-term opportunities, forming a foundation for a rewarding career in public utilities. Duties: · Installs, repairs, cleans, taps, fits & inspects wastewater/water pipelines. · Installs & repairs wastewater/water valves & manholes. · Installs & repairs wastewater/water service lines. · Maintains wastewater pumps, motors & controls. · Installs & repairs fire hydrants. · Performs minor electrical & mechanical maintenance. · Performs custodial work such as cleaning, painting, lawn mowing & snow removal. · Installs & repairs chemical feed pumps & piping. · Performs permit required confined space entries. · Set-up & take-down appropriate traffic control signs & barricades. · Data entry to submit work orders, work assignments, & job tickets. Education: · High school diploma or G.E.D. Experience: · Two (2) years’ maintenance of utility construction, general construction, plumbing, mechanical & electrical equipment maintenance or related work preferred. Requirements: · Must live within 40 minutes response time. · Must possess valid Kansas driver’s license. Work Type: · Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. · Heavy lifting & manual labor. Equipment: · Air compressors, air moles, chlorometers, computer, crane trucks, dump trucks, hand & power tools, iPad, jackhammers, megohmeters, multimeters, personal gas monitors, pickups, sewer cleaning & inspection equipment, skid loaders, tanker trucks, telephone, test equipment, two-way radio, wheeled & tracked excavators. Hours: · Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. · May include call out or after-hours work. Starting Pay DOQ EOE: · $24.47 25.69/hr. · $50,898 53,435/yr. · Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m. Paid Time Off: · 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year). · 96 hours of sick leave during first year. Application Deadline: Until filled