PSW II- Water/Sewer CDL (Express)

About the role

The City of Independence seeks applications for a PSW II position in the Water/Sewer Department. Applications can be submitted at Express Employment at 2009 North Penn Avenue or online at www.expresspros.com/independenceks/.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, and locates water and sewer mains and lines
• Maintains operation of the water and wastewater treatment plants
• Repairs streets, manholes and street signs
• Picks-up and disposes of trash and brush
• Reads, maintains, repairs, tests, and replaces water meters
• Trains in operation of equipment
• Turns on and off water service
• Maintains and repairs water pumps and service stations
• May supervise a small crew of laborers
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of the materials, mechanical devices, tools, and techniques of maintenance and construction
• Ability to safely operate trucks and medium and heavy equipment
• Knowledge of methods and tools used to read, repair, and operate water meters
• Ability to make simple arithmetic calculations
• Ability to listen to, follow and communicate oral and written instructions
• Ability to supervise and work well with a small team

Special Requirements

• A current Kansas drivers license
• A Class B drivers license
• Must be available to work nights, overtime, and weekends

Physical Requirements

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, chemicals, etc.

SALARY RANGE

The starting salary for this position is $15.50 per hour. Eligible for hire with the City after 720 hours with Express.

THE CITY OF INDEPENDENCE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER