Senior Utility Operator (Water)
The City of Derby strives to be an employer of choice and our desire is to attract and retain honest, hard working and motivated employees who are committed to providing the highest quality of service to the citizens of Derby. We offer competitive wages, awesome benefits, including affordable health insurance with no deductible and no coinsurance and retirement benefits. We also offer Alternative Work Schedules to help employees achieve work-life balance. Starting pay: $26.46 per hour, DOQ. Details related to the position description are below:
Shift: 1st Shift, 5 day work week
Compensation: $26.46 per hour, DOQ
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Benefits:
Medical (includes Vision)- City pays up to 87% of monthly premium (depends on wellness level and plan selected); no deductible, no coinsurance, just low-cost copays!
Dental Insurance- City pays 85% of monthly premium.
Wellness Incentives – Includes cost savings on health insurance and ability to convert a portion of sick leave to Wellness leave (used like vacation)
Paid Vacation (40 hours available on first day, remaining 40 accrued)
Sick leave
12 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
KPERS Retirement – City contributes approximately 8.43%, employee contributes 6%
KPERS Life Insurance- Equivalent to 1 ½ times annual salary
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement = Up to $2,000 per year
Corporate Health Club Discounts
A Typical Work Day May Include:
Oversee operation of power drawn pumps and related machinery.
Ensure daily check of operational gauges.
Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret meter and gauge readings and test results to determine process adjustment requirements.
Oversee water meter reading and record volume used by customers for billing.
Sample and analyze water, and/or draw samples to be sent to KDHE to ensure water quality and compliance with applicable drinking water standards. Report results to the appropriate parties.
Operate multiple computer applications including a utility billing software, digital form software, SCADA system, and radio read software.
Operate distribution and collection system equipment, including backhoe, dump truck, shoring equipment, hydro excavation unit, tapping machines, locating equipment, jet truck, combo truck, televising equipment, and easement machines.
Oversee locating, inspecting, rehabilitating, and raising vaults, meter pits and manholes.
Cross-train and fill in as needed to assist in water, wastewater, or stormwater operations.
Respond to emergency calls for possible distribution, collection, or operation system problems.
Locate and repair water leaks, and maintain water mains, pumping facilities, valves, water storage facilities, and main-to-meter service lines.
Coordinate work assignments for subordinate personnel.
Provide necessary training for division personnel regarding the usage of equipment and proper methods of completing utility tasks.
Prepare and maintain proper records, reports, and documents in an organized manner.
View full job description: Senior-Utility-Operator
What You Will Need:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Three years of water operations or distribution systems experience.
Valid Kansas driver’s license required, and driving record must meet commercial liability insurance requirements.
Valid Kansas commercial driver’s license, required within six months of employment.
Class II KDHE Wastewater or Water Operator certification.
Must be able to obtain KDHE Class III in Wastewater or Water within one year of hire date.
What Will Put You Ahead:
Three years supervisory experience.
Two years of heavy equipment operation experience.
Extensive knowledge of water distribution and operations systems.
Extensive knowledge of wastewater collection and operation systems.
Ability to troubleshoot and make minor repairs.
Class III KDHE Wastewater or Water Operator certification.
Extensive knowledge of mechanics, wastewater/water testing equipment, wastewater/water plant maintenance and operation, and minor electrical repairs.
General knowledge of computers with the ability to operate and comprehend utility billing software, digital forms software, SCADA system, and radio read software.
