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Job Description
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Water Department - Stormwater Repair Division
Location: 1800 Prospect
Pay: $22.61-$34.48 per hour
Schedule: Tuesday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline: May 18, 2026
Responsibilities
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What you'll do- Operate trucks, tractors, and other heavy-duty construction and cleaning equipment to install, repair, replace, clean, and maintain stormwater structures,
- Operate excavators to dig deep trenches for the installation of stormwater mains.
- Transport and install heavy precast concrete stormwater boxes to maintain and upgrade stormwater systems.
- Operate backhoes to excavate deep ditches for the repair, installation, and replacement of stormwater mains.
- Dig and backfill ditches and lay pipe for stormwater lines and mains.
- Operate tractor-trailers to transport heavy equipment using heavy-duty transport trailers.
- Operate high loaders with capacities of 2½ cubic yards.
- Participate in snow plowing and snow removal operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Stormwater repairs and installations are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule
- Heavy equipment is operated efficiently with minimal rework or damage
- Job sites are restored properly and meet safety and quality standards
- Snow and weather response duties are performed reliably when needed
- You are viewed as a dependable, skilled operator who supports team success
- Hands-on work with specialized heavy equipment
- Opportunities to build advanced equipment and infrastructure skills
Stormwater systems protect homes, streets, and critical infrastructure from flooding and water damage. As a Senior Equipment Operator, your work helps keep the city safe, functional, and resilient during heavy rain and severe weather.
What you'll bring- Proven ability to safely operate heavy construction and excavation equipment
- Experience working on stormwater, utility, or underground infrastructure projects
- Strong awareness of job-site safety and equipment operation standards
- Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying conditions
- Reliability, teamwork, and pride in quality workmanship
Qualifications
REQUIRES:- 2 years of increasingly responsible experience in the operation of heavy and complex construction and maintenance equipment.
- Must possess a valid state -issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies.
- May be required to possess a valid MO Class A, B, or C CDL prior to the end of the employee's probationary period as determined by the department.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Kansas City
Show moreKansas City, Missouri is a growing, world-class community of just over 500,000 residents that serves as the central hub for a thriving bi-state, 18-county metropolitan area of 2.5 million residents. The City is governed by a 13-member City Council and Mayor that appoint a City Manager to oversee a municipal organization with over 4,000 employees, 16 departments, and a total annual operating and capital budget exceeding $1 billion. A diverse and culturally rich community located at the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers, KC is known for its long traditions as the home of spectacular BBQ, jazz, beautiful boulevards, fountains, and parks. Kansas City boasts celebrated cultural traditions including jazz; theater, and history, including the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Kansas City is also the proud home of professional sports teams including the Chiefs, Royals and Sporting KC, and has served as host of several NCAA tournaments over recent years. The City is generally recognized as one of the most livable cities in America and looks forward to showcasing our city on the national and world stage as host of the 2023 NFL Draft and the 2026 World Cup. The City of Kansas City, MO seeks to attract and retain a qualified and progressive workforce to provide high-quality services to Kansas City, MO residents and visitors.
The spirit of Kansas City, powered by its people From Super Bowl wins to revitalizing neighborhood spaces to reimagined transportation networks, the Kansas City spirit shines in the big moments, but also in the everyday work that moves our city forward. Behind every moment of pride are the people who plan, build, grow, and serve with heart. Here, you’ll help turn bold ideas into lasting impact for generations to come.EVP Pillars and Proof Points
The programs, culture, and people that make our EVP real:
We build what lasts. People come here to serve and stay because they see their impact live on. Every park, policy, and plan make Kansas City stronger for the next generation.We dream big. Working for Kansas City means shaping what’s bigger than any one person, and we rally together to make this city shine. From Super Bowl wins to the World Cup stage, it’s our people who make those moments possible.We grow together. Our city thrives when its people do. From tuition support to leadership programs, employees build meaningful careers here, in a city where opportunity, community, and quality of life can co-exist. We show up for each other. In Kansas City, teamwork comes with a true sense of belonging. Across departments and generations, people step up, lend a hand, and celebrate one another’s wins. It’s the kind of place where everyone looks out for their neighbors, at work and beyond.
Be a part of the team that helps run our great city. View our current opportunities under Careers or click here: www.kcmo.gov/jobs to apply today.
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