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The City of Colby is currently accepting applications for the following positions:
APPRENTICE/JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN WANTED
The City of Colby Electric Department is accepting applications for an Apprentice and Journeyman Lineman. This position performs semiskilled to skilled work (under direct supervision) in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical distribution and transmission lines, traffic signal system, transformers, and substation involving exposure to high voltage hot lines. Successful applicants will possess a high school diploma or equivalent; the knowledge of methods, materials, and tools used in power line construction and maintenance as applied to distribution and transmission lines; the ability to perform heavy physical work; lift and carry 100 pounds; communicate by two-way radio; work in varying weather conditions, operate trucks and equipment and work safely on energized lines. The applicant needs to have ability to obtain a valid Class A CDL with airbrakes and become CPR certified within 30 days of employment. Starting salary range is dependent on experience. Benefit package of health insurance, vacation, sick leave, retirement and life insurance. An application form can be obtained from the link below or from the office of the City Manager, 585 N. Franklin Avenue, Colby, Kansas 67701 (785-460-4410). Applicant review to begin immediately. Open until filled.
WATER / WASTEWATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR I
The City of Colby is accepting applications for the position of Water/Wastewater Systems Operator I. Starting salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Possession of a valid Kansas Class B commercial driver’s license or the ability to obtain license within six months of employment. The ability to attain a Class I Water Systems Operator certification and Wastewater Class I certification by the State of Kansas within two years of employment are requirements for this position. The City is willing to train for this position. Application review will begin immediately; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The City is an EOE with an excellent benefit package. An application form can be obtained from the link below or from the office of the City Manager, 585 N. Franklin Avenue, Colby, Kansas 67701 (785-460-4410).
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