The City of Topeka is seeking a hard-working individual with a solid foundation of skills necessary to be a successful maintenance mechanic for Water Pollution Control. 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 a year-round, full-time role that works in all weather conditions.

What you’ll 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 solid mechanical skill set, including knowledge of hand tools, is required for success in this position.
• Is mechanically inclined and 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 driver’s license and city insurable driving record. Please review the insurability guidelines here.
• Demonstrated general maintenance experience is required.
• Experience in equipment, facility or automotive maintenance or repair is preferred.

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Entry rate of pay: $20.82 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