The City of Topeka is seeking a general facility and equipment maintenance mechanic to perform semi-skilled building, equipment and grounds construction, repair, and maintenance tasks on a variety of city-owned assets and facilities.

This position works Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

What you’ll do:

• Inspect buildings, machinery and equipment to identify the need for repair and maintenance activities.
• Carpentry work to repair buildings, facilities and equipment.
• Plumbing repair and maintenance duties such as replacement of exposed pipe, sinks and tanks, and unclogging grains.
• Repair and maintenance to electrical equipment.

The ideal candidate possesses any combination of the following traits:

• A basic knowledge of mechanics and/or plumbing hand tools.
• Is a highly motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, changing work environment.
• Has knowledge of standard safety practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with one year of experience performing semi-skilled building, mechanical, construction or grounds maintenance work is required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license and city-insurable driving record. Please review the Insurability Guidelines
• Supervisory experience is desirable.

Entry rate of pay: $16.62 – $17.40 per hour, depending on qualifications

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The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including

• Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision Insurance
• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation & Holidays
• KPERS 401(a) Retirement Plan
• (457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
• Full-service fitness facility
• Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer