Municipal Services & Operations Department
Pay Range: $16.38 to $23.42 Per Hour DOQ
(Starting Salary at Entry-Level of Pay Range)
Responsibilities: The Field Services Representative position performs activities related to customer utility meters, including installing and changing out meters, activating water service, responding to customer service requests, and various other clerical and technical assistance. Meter reading activities involve computer technology and hand-held data entry devices, walking five plus miles daily depending on assigned route, and operation of various equipment as needed. This position may require rotating shift work and emergency response, depending on assignment.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Prefer previous experience in water systems or customer service, with working knowledge of basic office procedures and computer equipment. Sufficient health and physical stamina to work outside in all weather conditions, with ability to walk for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Must possess valid Kansas driver’s license, maintain insurability and provide personal vehicle for use when reading meters. The successful candidate must pass the City background check, post-offer City physical and drug screen.
| BENEFITS: | |
| Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance: | Various dependent on coverage levels available; FREE Well Care Clinic through LMH; free/discounted gym memberships, other wellness benefits/perks |
| Paid Time Off: | 12 Vacation days, 12 Sick days accrued per year; 2 days Personal Leave, 9 Paid Holidays |
| Retirement: | Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) |