Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

Full-time position available with the Water Department-Water Supply and Treatment Division
Salary Range: $30.58-$45.86 per hour
Work Location: 1 NW Briarcliff Rd.
Work Days/Hours: Monday-Thursday, 6:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: November 6, 2026

About Us

About the Water Department

KC Water provides essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services to support the health, safety, and growth of the Kansas City region. The department is responsible for maintaining and operating extensive systems for water collection, treatment, and distribution, serving more than 170,000 residential and business customers, as well as regional partners. Funded through user fees, KC Water is committed to delivering high-quality service, ensuring reliable infrastructure, and investing in sustainable solutions to meet both current and future community needs.

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Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for supervising and participating in a wide variety of maintenance and repair activities.
• Work requires considerable familiarity with practices in Chemical feed systems and Pumps, chlorine and ammonia repairs, pipe fitting, maintenance and mechanical trades.
• Manages the performance of a team of mechanics and maintenance repairers assigned to their shift by assigning daily work tasks and ensuring daily logbooks and other records are completed.
• Handles projects, day-to-day coaching, and conducts training as needed.
• Schedules and supervises the work of a moderate sized maintenance crew at a city water plant and/or pump stations; inspects water plant and pump station equipment for needed repairs.
• Responds to repairs and unplanned breakdowns, including performing the repair and/or assisting the mechanics in repairs and maintenance as needed to ensure that plant & pumping operations are restored as quickly as possible. Responsible for all maintenance and repairs to all associated water treatment plant, and pump station equipment.
• Procures all tools, materials, and equipment needed to complete repairs or provide maintenance.
• Must be able to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics and use them for troubleshooting.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with the operation and maintenance of pumps, actuators, HS pumps, bearings, motors and gears, compressors, piping, and chemical systems including lime, chlorine, ammonia, phosphate, polymer. Plumbing, light electrical, and welding.
• Assures our preventative maintenance program is being used and properly administered.
• Maintains compliance and documentation of all OSHA, HAZCOM, EPA, State, and City regulations. Excellent verbal and written communication and computer skills are required.
• Performs related and other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

REQUIRES:

• High school graduation and 5 years experience in mechanical and trades maintenance and repair with 1 year experience at the level of Maintenance Mechanic.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.

Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

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).