This position is responsible for testing and producing water for the City of Richmond. This is a fulltime position, 40hrs per week, KPERS, Health Insurance, plus sick and vacation leave. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED, be able to take and pass all State required Water Certification licensing for level 2 Operator and Waste Water testing. Other job requirements involve precise and timely record keeping and reporting to KDHE all required forms, monthly and annually. Candidate must be 18 years of age or older, be able to pass a drug screen and have a valid driver's license. Water Operator will also assist in the City's daily maintenance needs as a city worker for Richmond. Applications are available at cityofrichmondks.org or can be picked up in person at the City Hall, Richmond, Ks. Position open until filled. You must provide at least 3 personal and 3 previous work references

The Kansas River Water Assurance District No.1 is currently seeking applicants to fill the position of General Manager of the District. 

Water Assurance Districts help manage reservoir storage in federal reservoirs, which allows water to be released from the State's storage in federal reservoirs in order to maintain adequate flow in the rivers to meet the needs of municipal and industrial water right holders along the river.

The position is part time and requires that the applicant have education or experience in either municipal or industrial water supply, treatment use, and/or distribution, or a degree in Hydrology.  The position requires maintaining the District’s office building located in Topeka, and equipment.  The duties include preparing reports, agendas, minutes, and acting as the District’s representative with third parties. 

If you are interested in applying contact Galen E. Biery, (785) 232-9947, or mailing a letter of introduction and your resume to 212 SW 7th Street, Topeka, Kansas, 66603. 

Leads and participates in a variety of skilled technical duties in the operation and maintenance of the City's wastewater treatment plant facilities; assists in training and reviewing the work of operations staff. Chief Operator assumes “operator in responsible charge” responsibility in the absence of the Superintendent for operations staff assignments. Must have knowledge of local, state and federal regulation.  Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned including performing lead supervisory functions and participating in developing procedures and goals for water & wastewater operations activities. The Chief Operator (Wastewater) performs skilled and specialized work in the operation and maintenance of the City of Gardner’s wastewater plants, lift stations, and other related structures and equipment.  High school diploma or GED is required. A fully skilled individual must possess a Class IV Wastewater Operator certification from the State of Kansas. Requires the possession of a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

Hiring Range: $21.22/hr.- $26.52/hr. 

Hours: M-F; 7:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. 

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled.

Additional information:  www.gardnerkansas.gov/jobs

The City of Mullinville has an immediate opening:

• Starting pay $24/hour.
• Applicant must be self-motivated, capable of following directions and work well with the public.
• Candidate must have a valid Driver’s License. A pre-employment drug test is mandatory.
• Required to have mechanical, plumbing, electrical skills and be able to operate heavy equipment.
• Must be able to be certified in water and waste water within 1 year.

Benefits include insurance, KPERS, PTO and holiday pay.

Send resumes to the City of Mullinville, P.O. Box 12, Mullinville, Kansas 67109.

You may obtain an application at City Hall or online at www.mullinvilleks.com.

Applications will be accepted until December 6, 2021 at 12pm.

Call 620-548-2539 or email mullinvilleclerk@gmail.com with any questions.

Full-time City maintenance help wanted. Certified water operator and/or sewer operator preferred but not required. Willing to train the right applicant. Pay based on experience. Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Apply at the City Office at 119 W. Main St. Pretty Prairie, KS 67570, or applications can be found at cityofprettyprairie.org.

Call the City Office at (620) 459-6392 for more information.

Job Title: General Manager - Military Services Group
Diversity of backgrounds, ideas, thoughts, and experiences is vital to our culture and the way we do business. Creating an environment where differences are embraced and where every person feels engaged and included makes us safer, stronger, and more successful.

In November 2003, under the Department of Defense’s Utility Privatization Program, American Water was awarded ownership and a 50-year contract for the operations and maintenance of the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems and water treatment facilities at Fort Leavenworth. Our responsibilities include system capital investment, regulatory and environmental compliance, planning, asset recapitalization, and long-term operations and maintenance. The water and wastewater systems serve a population of over 10,300. We have used innovative ways to maximize efficiency that has led to savings through our optimization of the facilities. The water treatment system includes clarification, filtration, and disinfection, over 60 miles of pipe, five groundwater wells, two booster pump stations, four storage towers, and numerous fire hydrants and valves.

This unique and critical role will lead our team and operations toward continued success! Apply now for immediate consideration.

On September 9, 2021, President Biden signed Executive Order 14042. This order and the associated federal safety protocols for federal contractors that were issued on September 24, 2021, require covered contractors who work with the federal government to ensure that their employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or approved for a health or religious accommodation by December 8, 2021. As a covered federal contractor, American Water must adhere to these legal requirements. If you are made a conditional job offer, you will be required to provide proof of full vaccination or apply and be approved for a health or religious accommodation prior to your start date.

Primary Role

The General Manager of Operations is primarily responsible for the delivery of all operations and maintenance activities required under the 50 year privatize utilities contract. Duties include planning, organizing and directing activities with respect to the respective contract operations, including water treatment facility distribution/collection systems and pump/lift stations, etc. as required by contract. This position is responsible for fostering cooperation between American Water (AW) operations and the Army Department of Public Works Departments and capital staff on new capital upgrades and repair & replacement projects.

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for the overall safe operation and maintenance activities of the facilities associated with the project.
• Analyzes and evaluates operation, maintenance, and support functions. Initiates new or improved practices as necessary.
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate health and safety measures are established and carried out in system operations, management, and maintenance.
• Develops objectives to meet regulatory requirement efficiencies and productivity via continuous quality improvement and strategic planning. Organizes operations, maintenance, and support activities to maximize efficient use of available staff, equipment, and materials. Directly or indirectly supervises all staff assigned to the Project.
• Accountable for achieving state, federal and local standards for water regulatory requirements. Assures that all Federal Government, Human Resource, OSHA, Department of Labor notifications are displayed for all employees to view, checking periodically for compliance.
• Develops and oversees the annual O & M budget. Monitors and controls costs according to the R&R plan.
• Coordinates activities and supports the implementation of Capital Projects. Controls expenditures to meet or exceed budget expectations on an ongoing basis.
• Responsible for delivery of key reports and periodic updates to plans and manuals as defined in contract with the Government. Interacts with subordinates, supervisors, other agencies, and customer representatives to facilitate smooth system functioning.
• Performs other related functions as assigned.Knowledge/Skills
• Able to build and sustain a collaborative, high performance team culture that encourages creativity, innovation, empowerment, and vision.
• Able to direct, coach, interact, mentor, and organize people to accomplish goals consistent with the organization’s objectives. Ability to lead managers and supervisors.
• Able to lead a strategic approach to developing long range Operational and Capital Project goals and objectives, developing a plan to reach these goals.
• Able to proactively introduce changes into the facility to address emerging issues.
• Able to encourage the effective use of technology to improve facility operations.
• Able to institutionalize the concepts of continuous quality improvement activities, performance measures and benchmarking.
• Able to clearly articulate complex issues both verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical people.
• Able to plan, schedule, prioritize, and coordinate work within assigned work area.
• Able to respond to emergencies in a calm and levelheaded manner.
• Able to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, customers, government officials, and the general public.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of water treatment processes and techniques, and management of water treatment systems; with an emphasis on iron and manganese removal, lime softening, and PFOA/PFOS removal.
• Knowledge of water distribution techniques, and management of water distribution systems.
• Knowledge of wastewater collection, and management of wastewater and stormwater collection systems; with an emphasis on combined sewers.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Experience/Education

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in sanitary, chemical, civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering, public or business administration or other equivalent degree.
• Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the degree on a year for year basis
• Over seven (7) years of increasingly responsible management experience in utility, surface water and/or
• wastewater operations strongly including proven experience with financial operations involving one or more sites.
• Experience with both non-union and union environments preferred.

Travel Requirements

• Local travel to various worksites only.

Certifications & Licenses

• Must possess a valid state (of residence) driver’s license.
• Kansas Department of Health and Environmental Water Supply Operator Class IV and KDHE Wastewater
• Operator Class II are required, or the ability to obtain one within 12 months.

Work Environment

• Both office and field environment.
• Must be physically able to work indoor or outdoor work during seasonal heat and cold, or other adverse weather conditions.

Competencies

• Champions safety
• Collaborates
• Cultivates innovation
• Customer obsessed
• Drives Results
• Nimble learning

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discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender
identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an
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General Description
Under the supervision of the Utility Manager, the Operator I or Operator II is a non-exempt position under FLSA. This employee assists with the operation and maintenance of the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, performs repairs and inspects equipment. This employee performs manual labor and should possess a strong mechanical aptitude.

Essential Functions

• Operates, inspects and monitors plant equipment and machinery for proper operation at the Wastewater and Water Plants and makes corrections and adjustments as necessary;
• Performs maintenance and repairs to machinery;
• Adjusts chemical feed levels;
• Inspects equipment and reservoirs for damage;
• Assists with the maintenance of plant facilities and buildings;
• Measures and records water levels, flow rates, pressures and hours of equipment operations;
• Takes samples and performs tests to determine water and wastewater quality;
• Records results from water and wastewater tests;
• Operates equipment including tractors, trucks, mowers, loaders and forklifts;
• Performs janitorial work;
• Follows policies and procedures;
• Follows safety procedures and practices;
• On Call when required
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

Education/Experience/Certification Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of similar or related experience
• State of Kansas certification as a Class I - IV Water Supply System and/or Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator is preferred
• Valid Kansas Driver License

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Some adverse working conditions exist within this position.
• Exposure to water- and blood-borne pathogens, hazardous chemicals, machinery, excessive noise, heights, confined areas, and all types of weather conditions is expected.
• This employee works in confined spaces, performs daily walking, climbing, reaching, kneeling and stooping tasks and operates departmental equipment on a constant basis. Determined Work Level: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and not greater than 10 pounds of force constantly = Level 3 Medium Work.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• A working knowledge of laboratory testing procedures, equipment maintenance, mathematics, computers and chemistry is preferred.
• This employee must be able to operate laboratory equipment, hand tools and other equipment with a high degree of efficiency as well as have the ability to read and interpret laboratory test results and written instructions.
• Problem solving is a factor in this position. This employee encounters problems with equipment malfunctions and changes to water quality.
• Decision-making is a factor in this position. This employee makes decisions about chemical adjustments and repairs.
• Strong communication and technical skills are also required.

Benefits

Chisholm Creek Utility Authority offers 100% paid employee/family health insurance coverage.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.24 - $25.53 per hour

•     Dental insurance
•     Flexible spending account
•     Health insurance
•     Life insurance
•     Paid time off
•     Retirement plan

Schedule:

•     8 hour shift
•     Day shift
•     Holidays
•     On call
•     Overtime
•     Weekend availability

Work Location:

    One location

Work Remotely:

    No

Work Location:

One location

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WATER/WASTEWATER PLANT OPERATOR

The City of Weir is accepting applications for the position of Wastewater/Water Plant Operator to perform manual work in the operation and maintenance of the water and/or wastewater treatment lagoons, lift stations and related facilities.

Some experience in operation and minor maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment preferred.

Must possess valid Kansas driver’s license and must obtain a Class I Wastewater Certificate and Class II Water Certificate within 18 months of hire date. Possession of Class I Wastewater Plant Operator’s Certificate and/or Class II Water Operator’s Certificate preferred.

Salary range depends on experience, and position offers KPERS and other benefits. Applications are available at the City Clerk’s Office at 306 N. Washington in Weir. Call for more information:  620-396-8214.  Position open until filled. E.O.E.

City of Gardner, KS
Maintenance Worker- Line

Hiring Range: $15.61-$19.52/hr. Performs semi-skilled work in a wide variety of water and sewer maintenance and construction tasks. Requires high school diploma or GED with a minimum of one (1) year experience in semi-skilled maintenance or construction, and/or operation of equipment, similar to that of the assignment or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, ability and skill.  Requires the possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and a good driving record. Hours: M-F; 7:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.  Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. www.gardnerkansas.gov/jobs

The Clay Center Public Utilities Commission is looking for a Water Treatment Plant Superintendent to run and manage day to day operations and maintenance of our facility.  The Plant is a groundwater facility which has a capacity of 3.0 MGD and uses Greensand filtration along with RO to purify drinking water. 

The Applicant will need to possess or earn a Kansas Class 3 Drinking Water Certified Operator license.  Previous experience is preferred.  The CCPUC offers excellent compensation and benefits.  Please send resume or applications to sglaves@ccpuc.net or for more information call 785-632-2139.