Utility Crew Leader

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Water Department - Pipeline Division
Location: 2409 E. 18th St.
Pay: $23.98-$36.60 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Application Deadline: August 13, 2026


Responsibilities

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What you'll do

• Install, replace, repair, and maintain water distribution mains and lines, valves, and hydrants.
• Repair leaks and breaks in existing pressurized mains.
• Restore work site locations and street surfaces.
• Perform backfill of excavations; restore dirt work; seed or sod areas; set up erosion control measures; and tear down, replace, and restore fencing.
• Replace landscaping using proper techniques to minimize damage to existing utilities.
• Assist in digging trenches and other excavations, including shoring deep excavations.
• Follow all City policies concerning workplace safety.
• Operate various types of motorized construction and maintenance equipment.
• Operate a jackhammer to cut and break concrete, asphalt, or rock.
• Remove waste from work sites and drive a dump truck to haul construction materials.
• Operate a front-end loader up to 2½ cubic yards to load pipe and other materials for construction and maintenance work.

What success looks like

• Water mains, valves, and hydrants are installed and repaired correctly and safely
• Work sites are restored properly and meet City standards
• Safety procedures are followed consistently
• Equipment is operated safely and effectively
• Assigned work is completed efficiently and to specification

What you get

• Internal career mobility within KC Water
• Hands-on work with tangible results

Why this role matters
The Pipeline Division plays a critical role in maintaining safe and reliable water service for Kansas City. This position directly supports infrastructure reliability, emergency response, and the quality of life for residents and businesses.
What you'll bring

• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work
• Experience or aptitude operating construction and maintenance equipment
• Knowledge of or ability to learn water distribution systems
• Commitment to safety and teamwork
• Reliability and willingness to support field operations

Qualifications

REQUIRES 4 years of utility maintenance and repair experience. Must possess a valid State-issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies. Must possess a valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) issued by the State of Missouri prior to the end of the employee's probationary period (Appropriate CDL will be determined by the department). Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City. Must possess at least one of the certifications listed that is applicable to the employee's work area within 6 months of moving into this job classification: Distribution System Level I (DS-I) License with the State of Missouri; Wastewater Collections System level C certification with the State of Missouri; Backflow certification with the State of Missouri. Preference given to applicants with experience in making repairs to a water distribution system.


Other Information

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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