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City of Pacific, Missouri
Position Posting
Water and Sewer Operator
Public Works Department
The City of Pacific, Missouri is seeking qualified candidates for a position
with the Pacific Public Works Department. This position will work primarily
with the City’s Water and Sewer Department but will also be responsible for
working with other Public Works divisions, including Streets and Parks and
Recreation, and other duties as may be assigned.
The City will consider entry level candidates, but preference will be given
to candidates with proven public water and sewer service experience.
The pay range for this position is $19 per hour up to $22 per hour for
experienced candidates.
The ideal candidate will have a background in municipal water and sewer
services and hold Water and Wastewater licenses issued by the State of
Missouri. The ideal candidate will also have experience in construction,
including road construction and utility work, and have experience
and proficiency in operating a wide variety of vehicles, light and heavy
equipment, and small machinery and hand tools. The ideal candidate
will have strong verbal and written communications skills, and be able to
work well with supervisors, fellow employees and the general public. The
candidate will have knowledge and understanding of safe work practices
and standards, and a strong commitment to public service. Candidates must
be able to work occasional evenings, weekends and holidays, and be able
to respond to the job site within 30 minutes if called in an emergency.
Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
The ability to work varying shifts, including early morning shifts, is required.
The selected candidate must possess a Class B CDL with air brakes, or have
the ability to obtain one within six months of hire; must be able to perform
physical manual labor, including lifting and carrying 50 pounds or more;
must be able to work outdoors in occasional adverse weather conditions;
and perform other physical labor as may be required.
The City of Pacific offers an excellent benefits package, including health,
dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and other leave benefits, and the
Missouri LAGERS defined benefit pension plan. The successful candidate
must pass a criminal background check, drug test and other pre-employment
screenings as may be required, prior to employment with the City of Pacific.
Prospective applicants should send a completed application, including
resume and cover letter, to the City of Pacific, 300 Hoven Drive, Pacific,
MO 63069, attn. Steve Roth, City Administrator. Applications may be sent
by email to sroth@pacificmissouri.com.
This position is open until filled.
THE CITY OF PACIFIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.