City of Kansas City Hiring for Equipment Operator at Kansas City, MO Full Time

Several full-time positions available with the Water Department, Pipeline Division located at 2409 E. 18th St.
Salary Range: $20.10-$30.64/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: April 12, 2023

• Enters excavations 4-15 feet deep or deeper to install, repair, and replace water mains, water lines, and other water service structures.
• Participates in the installation of water mains, valves, and hydrants.
• Repairs leaks and breaks in existing pressured mains.
• Locates and manipulates valves and keys to regulate the water system.
• Operates tapping machines to make water main line taps.
• Lays pipe by hand or using a backhoe, hoist, or crane.
• Hand digs excavations to locate underground utilities and repair water services.
• Uses hand tools and hydraulic saws to cut pipe.
• Uses jackhammer to uncover shutoff valves and isolate breaks and performs valve and hydrant shutoffs. Disassembles and reassembles hydrants for replacement, repair, or overhaul.
• Operates valve turning trucks.
• Participates in the restoration of work site locations including backfilling excavations, dirt work restorations, seeding or sodding, setup of erosion control measures, tear down and replacement of fences or landscaping.
• Utilizes proper techniques to minimize damage to existing utilities.

REQUIRES 6 months of experience in the operation of trucks and other specialized automotive equipment. Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license in accordance with City of KCMO policies. May be required to possess a valid Missouri Class A, B or C CDL prior to the end of probationary period. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

QUESTIONS REGARDING AVIATION POSITIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE AVIATION DEPARTMENT AT 816-243-3010.

The evaluation of applications is based only on the information submitted by the application deadline. Therefore, in order to have your application properly considered, you should include all relevant dates, i.e., attendance at educational institutions, date degree(s) conferred, etc. Further, you should provide detailed description of relevant work experience/dates, including months/years of employment. Failure to submit a completed application may eliminate you from the selection process. Resumes may be filed to determine eligibility, but an official City application must be completed prior to appointment.

For positions requiring college education as part of the minimum requirement and/or an equivalency, the minimum education requirement is high school graduation. The requirement of “high school graduation” also includes the state-issued GED certificate accredited by the Department of Education.

For positions that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional, responsible experience must be obtained AFTER receipt of the accredited degree.

Unless otherwise stated, the requirement of “an accredited” degree includes only those degrees obtained from colleges or universities listed with the U. S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

If claiming military veterans preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other qualifying documents prior to the application deadline.

All positions require successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check. Non-residents, if appointed, must establish residency within the city limits of Kansas City, MO within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. EOE.

POLICY OF NON DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY
The City of KCMO does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department, Recruitment Division at (816) 513-1945.