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Salary: $30.11 - $39.47 Hourly
Location : Grand Island, NE
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 8175-0726
Department: Utilities
Division: Water
Opening Date: 07/28/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance, construction and repair of the water utility system; and perform a variety of other duties and responsibilities involved in distributing potable water throughout the City of Grand Island.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry-level position in the water maintenance worker series. Employees at this level perform the most basic types of duties assigned to classes within this series receiving functional and technical direction from Senior Water Maintenance Workers and supervision from assigned Water Crew Chief.
Essential Functions
Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal staff and external customers.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required.
Perform semi-skilled and assist in skilled tasks in the maintenance, construction and repair of water utility systems including: make service taps and set proper
metering devices; locate lines and related equipment; Construct water lines and related installations according to proper grade and alignment; install and maintain fire service lines, hydrants, mains and valves.
Train to operate and use a variety of equipment and machinery in the construction and maintenance of water utility lines including loaders, backhoes, tapping machines, dump trucks, box blades and pumps; maintain all tools and equipment.
Assist in removal and installation water meters; provide assistance in the location of meters and water lines; assist in water service turn-off/ons.
Assist in installing and service smart meters.
Perform utility locates and utilize the current 811 system.
Observe all established safety standards while performing work including the wearing of safety apparel, proper placement of work barricades and warning signs and grounding of machinery and equipment.
Respond to service calls concerning water emergencies, water outages and various water service problems; work to reduce state of emergency and correct problems; Perform overtime duties as necessary or required to restore proper water system function.
Assist in inventory of stock materials.
Participate in stand-by duty as scheduled by supervisory staff.
Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
Participate in the inspection of work completed by outside contractors; locate underground water lines for other utilities or work crews.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
General construction practices and techniques
Safe work practices.
General construction materials
Ability to:
Utilize basic tools and equipment used in construction.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
Perform work during adverse weather conditions.
Perform work in confined spaces
Perform work with manual dexterity and coordination.
Read and interpret maps, blueprints and utilize City GIS system.
Participate in stand-by duty as scheduled by supervisory staff.
Supplemental Information
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
No experience required, but prior plumbing or utility construction experience is preferred.
Training:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. Additional training in water distribution services, utility maintenance work or a related field is preferred.
License or Certification:
Employee must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier. Click to view our driver eligibility requirements.
Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid Class A commercial driver's license within twelve (12) months of hire.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Grade IV Water Operator's License within twelve(12) months of hire.
Salary:
Position will start at the entry level of the City's salary table. Consideration may be given if experience exceeds entry level qualifications.
Working Hours:
Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. On-call rotations which include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Residency:
All Distribution, Engineering, Dispatch, Transmission/Substation Division Personnel must live within 30- minute distance of 1116 W. North Front St, Grand Island, Nebraska.
The shortest route available on Google maps will be used to determine commute time.
Exam:
A mechanical aptitude exam will be administered to a selected amount of qualified candidates.
Other:
Candidates are subject to a background check.
Rates Effective January 1, 2026 and aresubject to change.
This is a general guide for the purpose of informing all new employees of benefits. Coverage for all benefits, with the exception of the retirement savings plan, is effective the first of the month following one full calendar month of full time employment. Payroll deduction will begin in the month prior to the effective date of coverage. The retirement savings plan is effective on the first day of employment.
HEALTH INSURANCE: Blue Cross/Blue Shield coverage provided to the employee and dependents. There are two options: a Qualified High Deductible Plan with an HSA, or a Traditional PPO plan. If your spouse is eligible for coverage on their employer's group health plan, spousal coverage with the City is not available.
The semi-monthly premiums for the High Deductible Plan: ($3400/$5900 deductible)

• Employee only $ 29.78
• Employee 2/4 $ 85.22
• Employee and Family $173.97

The semi-monthly premiums for the Traditional PPO Plan: ($1000/$2000 deductible)

• Employee only $121.30
• Employee 2/4 $228.04
• Employee and Family $354.94

DENTAL INSURANCE: Delta Dental coverage provided to employee and dependents. The employee is responsible for a portion of the premium. $5.31 for Single, $10.49 for Emp. 2/4 or $21.78 for Family semi-monthly.
VISION INSURANCE: EyeMed Vision coverage is available to employees and dependents. The employee is responsible for the full premium. Employee only - $7.09; Employee/Spouse - $13.88; Employee/Children - $14.61; Family - $21.48. All rates are monthly payroll deductions.
LIFE INSURANCE: Securian/Ochs Life Insurance coverage provided for employee ($50,000), spouse ($10,000), and dependents ($5,000 each), with premiums paid by the City. Supplemental life insurance available for employee and dependents through payroll deduction.
RETIREMENT PLAN: Mandatory Ameritas Retirement Plan. 7% of gross earnings, City contributes 8%. Effective on date of employment. Four year vesting schedule. Voluntary after-tax contributions up to 10% - not matched by City.
DEFERRED COMP: Five optional Deferred Compensation Plans which allow pre-tax contributions up to $23,500/year.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY: CIGNA - LTD provided for employee. Pays a portion (60%, maximum of $8500 per month) of employee's salary should he/she becomes disabled.
CAFETERIA/125 PLAN: Optional participation by the employee. Can be used for medical expenses, non-employer sponsored premiums and/or dependent daycare.
VEBA PLAN (HRA): MidAmerica. Health reimbursement plan to be used for post-employment medical expenses. Contributions of $20 per pay period are made by the City.
PAID VACATION: Upon completion of six months of continuous service, an employee will have 40 hours of vacation time. The employee will accrue an additional 40 hours in the first 6 months following the introductory period. (96 hours in years 2 - 4; 120 hours in years 5 - 6; 128 hours in years 7 - 8; 136 hours in years 9 - 10; 144 hours in years 11 - 12; 152 hours in year 13; 160 in years 14 - 19; 180 hours in years 20 - 24; 200 hours in years 25 and beyond.)
PAID HOLIDAYS: Nine holidays and three personal leave days. If hired on or after April 1st, personal leave will be available October 1st.
MEDICAL LEAVE: Accrual of 8 hours per month which is cumulative to a maximum of 1,106 hours.
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The information provided to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with the employment application to determine whether candidates' meet the qualification requirements and/or the final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in the application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or my receiving a lower examination score. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.

• I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.

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Please detail any relevant education, experience or training to this position.
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Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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I understand I must maintain a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier.

• I understand the requirement.

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Have you had any minor or major driving violations within the last 3 years. Please review to the job posting for the list of guidelines under the license and certification section.

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a Grade IV Water Operator's license?

• Yes
• No

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The position has a residency requirement within six months of hire. If hired for the position, I understand I will be required to meet the residency requirements.

• I understand the requirement.

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Candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-employment/post-offer physical and drug screen. Do you understand the requirement?

• I understand the requirement.
• I do not understand the requirement.

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