FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT

WATER/SEWER MAINTENANCE OPERATOR

The City of Berea is accepting applications for a Water/Sewer Maintenance Operator in the Utilities department.  All collection and distribution license and experience levels will be considered.

Job Goal

Assist with repairing, cleaning, and maintaining water mains and/or wastewater mains. Operate and maintain wastewater lift stations. Provide responsive customer service.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

  • Assists with the construction, installation, maintenance, cleanliness, and repair of the water distribution and wastewater sewer collection system.

  • Performs water and sewer taps.

  • Locates water and sewer lines, valves, etc.

  • Inspects and locates leaks in lines.

  • Operates equipment and vehicles assigned to the division.

  • Installs and builds manholes.

  • Cleans sewer lines.

  • Assists with the project restoration work after the completion of repairs.

  • Assists with meter reading duties.

  • Flushes hydrants.

  • Responds to calls in emergency situations at all hours.

  • Performs other duties as required or requested.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • No work-related experience is required, but experience in construction or a public works-related field is preferred.

  • Kentucky Wastewater and/or Water Collection and/or Distribution licenses preferred.

  • Must obtain First Aid and CPR Certification.

  • Must obtain a commercial driver’s license with a Class A trailer endorsement within one-year of hire date.

  • This is an on-call position and will require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

Blank applications are available online or may be pick up in-person at City Hall Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. Completed applications may be returned in-person, e-mailed to HR@bereaky.gov, or mailed to: City of Berea, ATTN: HR, 212 Chestnut Street, Berea KY 40403. E-mailed applications should be sent as a PDF. Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by an application.  The City of Berea is an equal opportunity employer and Certified Drug-Free workplace.

Pay Range: $35,696 – $52,785 (Based on experience/license level)

DEADLINE: Friday, February 28, 2025 at 12:00pm EST

 

 

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (UTILITIES)

The City of Berea is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant in the Utilities department. 

Job Goal

To provide administrative support and assist with the daily functions of the department including, but not limited to, administrative tasks, greeting visitors, answering phone calls, document preparation, assisting with scheduling appointments, and customer relations.  This position does require occasional availability during evenings and weekends for meetings and special events.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • 1 to 3 years of experience in Office Administration or Customer Service.

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Blank applications are available online or may be pick up in-person at City Hall Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. Completed applications may be returned in-person, e-mailed to HR@bereaky.gov, or mailed to: City of Berea, ATTN: HR, 212 Chestnut Street, Berea KY 40403.  E-mailed applications should be sent as a PDF.  Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by an application.  The City of Berea is an equal opportunity employer and Certified Drug-Free workplace.

Minimum Starting Pay: $18.75/hour

DEADLINE: Friday, February 28, 2025 at 12:00pm EST

 

PARKS & REC SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

SEASONAL MAINTENANCE

The City of Berea is accepting applications for the position of SEASONAL MAINTENANCE in the Parks & Recreation department.

Job Goal

Assists with performing park grounds and facilities maintenance operational functions including but not limited to weed spraying, mowing, drainage work, parking lots, restroom facilities, ball fields, and park equipment maintenance and installation activities.  Perform manually skilled work of routine and moderate difficulty during all weather conditions.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • No previous work experience is required.

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

  • Must be available to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to learn and acquire knowledge of parks and recreation principles and practices.

  • Knowledge of general maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, tools, equipment, parks, and recreation activities.

  • Ability to operate motorized equipment and use other tools manually.

  • Able to lift items weighing more than 25 pounds.

Blank applications are available online or may be pick up in-person at City Hall Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. Completed applications may be returned in-person, e-mailed to HR@bereaky.gov, or mailed to: City of Berea, ATTN: HR, 212 Chestnut Street, Berea KY 40403.  E-mailed application must be sent as a PDF.  Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by an application.  The City of Berea is an equal opportunity employer and Certified Drug-Free workplace.

 STARTING PAY: $15.00 per hour

 DEADLINE: Friday, March 7, 2025 at 12:00PM EST