Water Service Inspector

Full-time position available with the Water Department, Meter Field Services Division, located at 1720 Wabash Ave.
Salary Starting at: $23.98/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m.
Application Deadline Date: January 20, 2026


Responsibilities

• Utilizes water leak detection equipment to pinpoint water main breaks and leaks, resolves service requests, and submits work orders to dispatch for Pipeline repair to make the needed repairs to the utility.
• Responds to the following calls for residential and commercial properties: high and low pressure, dirty water, sounds on service, locate and operate service valves, 3rd party damage to the main or service, all fire hydrant issues, contacting and leaving a customer service notice to residents when a leak is past the first valve and is the responsibility of the property owner to make needed repairs, emergency shut offs due to flooding and repairs, addressing roadway valve lids, line valve lids, removals and inspections, tile meter leak on small meters, small meter bursts, and other calls that are run after hours for Meter Field Services.
• Utilizes as-built water main plans and GIS Information to determine pipe sizes, valve locations and service connections when inspecting water leaks and service disruptions.
• Determines the water main distribution system configuration using engineering plans and GIS Information to isolate water mains for repair and construction activities.
• Inspects the installation of leak monitoring equipment and analyze the data collected to identify defects and determine needed repairs and replacements.

Qualifications

REQUIRES high school graduation and 2 years of experience in the installation or reading of water meters, or construction and maintenance of water mains and services. Must possess a valid State-issued driver's license in acdordance with the City of KCMO policies. May be required to possess a valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Class A, B, or C 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 as prescribed by the City.


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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