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Seasonal Laborer - Water Treatment Plant

City of Manhattan Kansas
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Apr 2026
💰 $28,000/yr

About the role

Description

(Seasonal, Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage: $14.00/hour 

Closing Date: Open Until Filled 

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM 


How to Apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position, contact Unique Hiram at (785) 587-2447 or hr@cityofmhk.com.   


Summary/Objective

Contributes to overall mission of Water Treatment Plant by performing maintenance work to include mowing, weed eating, and other maintenance duties as may be assigned.


Job Duties 

  • Assists with general labor duties related to grounds maintenance and equipment maintenance such as  mowing, painting, weed eating, janitorial duties, light brush and tree trimming, and other miscellaneous  tasks assigned.  
  • Uses and wears personal protective equipment required in hazardous environments and emergency  situations.  
  • Operates a riding lawn mower, push lawn mower, weed eater, basic hand tools and a truck pulling a trailer. 
  • Communicates orally and in writing, including using the telephone and two-way radio. 
  • Represents the City of Manhattan professionally and courteously with the public and other City employees.  
  • Assists supervisors and other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or department. 
  • Comprehends and learns standardized work procedures and practices. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned.  

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Additional Qualifications 

  • High school diploma or equivalent. 
  • Valid driver’s license. 
  • Eighteen (18) years or older.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills 

  • Six (6) months experience in grounds maintenance. 

Other Information 

  • This is not a KPERS covered position. 
  • Must pass all pre-employment tests including all applicable background checks. 

Physical Demands / Work Environment 

  • Work facilities include the Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Treatment plant and other assigned  facilities. 
  • Work is performed inside and outside. When working outside, extreme heat and direct sun could expose  the staff to various atmospheric conditions. 
  • Noise level and activity level will be varied.  
  • Stands, walks, sits, uses hands, handles, feels, speaks, hears, climbs stairs, pushes, pulls, or lifts up to 50 pounds. 

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.   

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