Street Operator
The City of Derby strives to be an employer of choice and our desire is to attract and retain honest, hardworking and motivated employees who are committed to providing the highest quality of service to the citizens of Derby. We offer competitive wages, competitive benefits, including affordable health insurance with no deductible and no coinsurance and retirement benefits. We also offer Paid Vacation on day of hire and Alternative Work Schedules to help employees achieve work-life balance. Contact us today to see how we can help you achieve your career goals. Starting pay of $20.62. Details related to the position are below:
Shift: 1st Shift, 5 work week
Compensation: $20.62/ hr. 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 Workday May Include:
Repair and maintain all city streets, curbs, and sidewalks.
Clean, repair, and patch potholes and cracks.
Paint street markings, crosswalks, street lane lines, and other necessary markings.
Clean streets with street sweeper.
Pour and finish concrete for sidewalks, ADA improvements, valley gutters and special projects.
Remove snow and ice from streets.
Operate motor vehicle and other equipment as required on a regular basis.
Maintain all division equipment in a good and working order.
Troubleshoot problems with department equipment.
Clear and remove snow and ice from city facilities.
Organize and maintain the division facilities in a clean and safe condition.
Participate in building, repairing, and maintaining shelters and buildings on public grounds. This includes roofing, general construction, concrete work, and painting.
Prepare facilities and equipment for winter or adverse weather when needed.
May provide instruction to new employees in the proper method of completing tasks.
Clean and maintain streams, channels, and storm water systems within the city.
Clean storm drain inlets.
Repair and maintain storm drains, culverts and any drainage channels or ditches.
Repair and or maintain water retention ponds as part of the storm drainage system.
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What You Will Need:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid Kansas driver’s license and driving record must meet commercial liability insurance requirements
Valid Kansas commercial driver’s license, required within six months of employment.
What Will Put You Ahead:
One-year related experience.
General knowledge of pavements maintenance and repair.
General knowledge of grounds maintenance, basic construction techniques, and basic mechanics.
Ability to apply intermediate mathematics skills.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Ability to operate all department equipment.
Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing.
