The City of Garden City is accepting applications for a Journeyman Lineman with the Electric Department. This position is responsible for installing and maintaining electrical power systems, street lighting systems, airport electrical systems, and devices unique to municipal systems. The wage range for this position is $38.03 – $45.41 per hour.
The City of Russell is seeking professional and community-oriented individuals for a full-time Police Officer position. The City of Russell is situated at the crossroads of Interstate 70 and US Highway 281. As a rural city, it is our vision to serve as the County’s regional center. We are a community that is dedicated to family, friends, and neighbors, where generations care for each other. We are One Russell, building a self-reliant future. We are home.
The City of Russell offers a very progressive benefit package. Basic benefits include vacation, sick leave, family health insurance, family dental and vision plans, and KPERS retirement program, with optional benefits packages available as well. Applicants must be 21 years of age, with a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, no felony or domestic violence convictions, drug or alcohol related convictions or diversions, must pass a POST test, psychological exam / medical and drug screening and background investigation. Applicants must also establish residency in the City of Russell 6 months from the hire date.
Salary will be dependent on qualifications. Applications and a full job description can be obtained at www.russellcity.org or at the City of Russell, 133 W. 8th, Russell, KS 67665. Completed applications can be submitted in person, online, faxed to 785-483-4397 or emailed to alice@russellcity.org. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Position open until filled. EEO/ADA
Journeyman Lineman Position
The City of Sterling is hiring a Journeyman Lineman in the Electric Distribution Department. The position will perform journey level work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead electric power, underground electric power, transmission, distribution, and related facilities. The position requires a high school diploma with an additional four years of experience as an apprentice lineman or any combination of relevant education and experience.
Apprentice Lineman Position
The City of Sterling is accepting applications for the entry level position of Apprentice Lineman in the Electric Distribution Department. The position will serve as an apprentice to a Journeyman Lineman in the construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the electric utility’s overhead and underground distribution system, and related facilities. This position is subject to emergency callouts for after-hours work. The position requires a high school diploma and successful completion of a lineman apprenticeship program. Must maintain a valid driver’s license. This position is open until filled.
Under the Governing Body’s supervision, the City Superintendent supervises and participates in the construction and maintenance of municipal public works. This is administrative work concerned with the development, construction and maintenance of varied public works activities. The employee of this class supervises the city’s divisions of street and park maintenance, sewage treatment, electrical distribution, water production and distribution, and swimming pool operations. Work involves the application of acquired administrative and supervisory skills in the development of public works projects and the supervision of primary operations. The employee in this position is responsible for other duties as spelled out by city codes.
*Supervises and evaluates all Public Works Employees;
*Plans, assigns, and supervises street and park maintenance, sewage treatment, electrical distribution, water production and distribution, and swimming pool activities;
*Participates in related public works activities especially in the area of electric distribution, water systems, sewer systems;
*Responsible for the maintenance of city buildings, parks and cemetery;
*Inspects assigned work for achievement of objectives and standard of performance;
*Operates related equipment as required;
*Prepares and delivers a monthly report to the Mayor and City Council;
*Attends monthly council meetings;
*Performs various other responsibilities as spelled out in City Code;
*Performs other duties as required;
*Assists the Governing Body in planning maintenance and new construction in all areas of the Public Works Department;
*Assists in development of costs of planned maintenance and new construction projects;
*Assists in the purchasing of all necessary equipment and supplies required for his department;
*Assists in resolving customer complaints and requests;
*Responsible for all disconnects and reconnections for customer utilities;
Experience: The employee in this position must have at least five years experience in municipal public works or comparable experience in related fields. Thorough knowledge of construction and maintenance methods, materials and equipment as employed in related municipal public works activities. Thorough knowledge of city codes and laws and other influencing governmental laws, rules, and regulations relative to planning, development, construction and maintenance of municipal public works. This employee must have the ability to layout, schedule, coordinate and supervise the activities of several operational units engaged in public works construction and maintenance. The ability to operate job related equipment, to make emergency and general repairs to equipment, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, employees, professional engineers, fellow contractors and the general public.
Education: High school diploma or GED required. Considerable experience in increasingly responsible technical supervisory and administrative capacities on construction and maintenance work preferably similar to or of a municipal public works nature and graduation from a standard high school or vocational school: or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, ability and skills. This employee must have, or be willing to get the required operated licenses for water system and wastewater treatment.
Additional Requirements: This employee must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle license. A current CDL license is preferred, but not required.
Problem Solving: Problem solving is a factor in this position. Problems include supervising the repair of water, sewer, electrical lines when required and in adverse weather conditions or any other job that subordinate employees may have a problem with.
Decision Making: Extensive decision making is a factor in this position. Decisions include determining what needs to be done in emergency situations in all departments of the city operation. Making decisions affecting uninterrupted service to public is essential.
Accountability: The employee is responsible for budgetary control of all areas under his supervision and participates in the annual departmental budget process.
Supervision: There is very little supervision in this position. Job related decisions are reviewed by the Governing Body. The employee has supervisory responsibility over subordinate personnel.
Personal Relations: Frequent contact with other city departments and the general public.
Working conditions: Adverse weather conditions and working with live power lines and electricity are factors in this position. Afterhours and weekend emergencies are a factor in this position. Residency within 15-minute response required. Personal telephone is required.
Physical Requirements: The ability to assist all employees who might require help in the performance of their respective jobs. The ability to exchange ideas by means of written or verbal communication, conveying detailed or important instructions to other workers and the general public.
Completed application can be mailed or emailed to:
City Clerk’s Office
P O Box 126, 153 W Lincoln Ave.
Lincoln, KS 67455
Phone: 785-524-4280
Fax: 785-524-3408
email: lincolncityclerk@nckcn.com
Website: www.lincolnks.org
Wage – $30 – $50/hour depending upon experience.
Applications Taken until Position Filled
Benefits include Health Insurance, Life Insurance, 10 paid Holidays,
Vacation, Sick Leave, KPERS
Residency Within 15 Minute Response Time, Valid Kansas Driver’s
License and Telephone Required.
Pre-employment Drug Testing
The Electric Production Operator I performs duties in the City’s electric generation and electrical distribution substations. The employee in this position is responsible for maintaining continuous and stable operation of the generators in the plant while monitoring the City’s connections with other electric utility systems and delivering the necessary electrical power to the City of Ottawa’s customers. The Electric Production Operator I will monitor equipment operations for possible malfunctions and take corrective action should a malfunction occur. Must be able to work rotating shifts, some overtime maybe required along with on call duties. A combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or some college credit in a related field preferred. Minimum of one year of electric production operation and mechanical experience preferred. Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
Competitive wage and benefits package. Wage range for this position is $17.43 to $24.41 per hour. EOE.
The City of Pomona has a current opening for a Public Works Associate.
This position’s duties include the maintenance of all the city’s infrastructure. The position may be asked to perform other duties as requested and be available after regularly scheduled hours. The applicant must possess a valid DL and the ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months of employment. Great benefits starting with 14 paid holidays off per year, discretionary leave, vacation leave, KPERS, BCBS.
For a full job description and application, please contact Pomona City Hall 219 Jefferson, Pomona, KS (785) 566-3522. The City will be accepting applications until the position is filled. E.O.E
Operator 1/Mechanic
The City of Beloit Power Plant, Beloit KS, is accepting applications for a Full Time Power Plant Operator I/Mechanic. This position works directly for the Power Plant Superintendent. Duties will include, but not limited to, providing necessary skills, knowledge and workmanship needed to do related work for proper equipment maintenance, city vehicle maintenance and the operation of the Power Plant electric generation. To make correct application and use of all materials and equipment furnished to provide efficient, reliable service to the consumer in the operation and maintenance of the Power Plant electric generation system.
HELP WANTED
Journeyman Lineman: Perform journey level work in the construction, maintenance, and
repair of overhead electric power, underground electric power, transmission, distribution, and
related facilities. High school diploma with an additional Four years of experience as an
apprentice lineman or any combination of relevant education and experience. Submit an
employment application or cover letter and resume to Sam Demel at cityadmin@kiowaks.org.
The City of Garden City is hiring for an Electric Department Superintendent. This position is responsible for the administrative and operational activities of the Garden City Electric Utility; electric transmission and electric distribution systems. Reports directly to the Electrical Operations Manager.
