The Kechi Department of Public Works manages the City’s water, wastewater, and natural gas public utilities, as well as the parks and street department for its 2,400 residents.  The City of Kechi is currently accepting applications for the position of City Maintenance Worker.

The City Maintenance Worker reports to the Director of Public Works or the Assistant DPW.  Plumbing or municipal utilities experience is preferred, but not required. Salary range for this position is $40,130 to $48,886, commensurate with appropriate experience or qualifications.

The City offers an excellent benefit package, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, health insurance, KPERS retirement and more. A background check will be conducted. Pre-employment and regular drug screens are required.  Upon recommendation by the Director of Public Works and the City Administrator, the successful candidate will be appointed by the Mayor with City Council’s approval.

Interested applicants should send a completed job application and resume to: City Clerk, City of Kechi, P.O. Box 88, Kechi, KS 67067.   Job descriptions and a downloadable application can be found at: Kechiks.gov Inquiries should be directed to: Cityclerk@KechiKs.gov or KBrown@KechiKs.gov or by calling 316-744-9287.  The position will remain open until filled.  The City of Kechi is an Equal Opportunity Employer.