Member Communities Job Openings

The Village of Utica, Neb., is accepting applications for a manager at the Utica Senior Center. Information and applications are available at the clerk’s office, 466 1^st Street in Utica or by phone (402) 534-4237. Positions will remain open until filled. EOE. 

The City of Wahoo, Neb., is accepting applications for a full time lineman 3^rd class/apprentice. Position is responsible for semi-skilled maintenance activities for the City’s electric transmission and distribution system. Position requires after hours, on-call availability. Work is primarily performed outdoors, and requires a considerable amount of physical activity, and ability to operate hand and power tools and heavy equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, valid Nebraska driver’s license, ability to obtain CDL, CPR and pole top resuscitation certification. Position starts at $18.94/hr. Based upon experience and training, applicants may be considered for a higher job classification. Application packets are available at City Hall, by emailing morrow@wahoo.ne.us or online here . EOE. Applications should be returned to City Hall, 605 North Broadway, Wahoo, NE. Deadline for applications is 5 p.m. Dec. 27, 2019. Position open until filled. Posted 12/2/19. 

The City of Chappell, Neb., is accepting applications for the position of utilities lineman. This position works under the utilities foreman in the operation and maintenance of the City-owned electric distribution and water system. Applicant must be willing to obtain lineman certification, Grade 4 water operator license and have a CDL. Prefer electrical lineman experience. Wage is based on qualifications. Quality benefits package. Application can be obtained at P.O. Box 487, 757 2^nd Street, Chappell, NE 69129. Website is www.chappellne.org. Inquiries can be sent to (308) 874-2401 or faxed to (308) 874-2508. EOE. Position will be open until filled. Posted 12/2/2019. 

The City of Kimball, Neb., is seeking a capable individual for the position of special projects coordinator. This position will coordinate and carry out special projects requiring professional, technical and administrative support or direct responsibility. Desire government or business administration experience, particularly economic development experience, and the ability to navigate matters related to municipal utilities, planning, zoning, and general government administration. Submit a cover letter, resume and completed city application to ddean@kimballne.org or mail to City of Kimball, Attn: City Administration, 223 S Chestnut St., Kimball, NE 69145. Salary: DOQ. Open until filled. EOE. Posted 11/13/19.

The City of Kimball, Neb., is accepting applications for the position of electric lineman 1 or 2, commensurate on experience and training. Work duties include but not limited to testing, repair, building and maintenance of the municipal electric system. Lifting, construction, general labor and upkeep of the electric system will be expected. Must have or be able to obtain CDL and pass pre-employment drug test. Salary is based on experience and knowledge. A City application form is required and may be obtained at City Hall, 223 S. Chestnut Street, Kimball, NE 69145 or at www.kimballne.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Posted 11/13/19.

The City of Red Cloud, Neb., has an immediate opening for a full-time utility worker. This person will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of utilities including water, sewer and electricity as well as assisting in other departments as needed. A list of duties is available upon request. Must be in good health and possess a valid driver’s license as well as a CDL. Wastewater and water certification is helpful but not required. Experience and/or formal training in the electrical field preferred. Benefit package includes insurance, vacation, holidays and retirement. Applications are available at Red Cloud City Hall at 540 North Webster Street and should be returned to City Hall. Applications will be accepted until such time as the position is filled. EOE. For more information call (402) 746-2215 or 2214. Posted 11/7/19

City of Gering, Neb., has a working management position responsible for operation and maintenance of solid waste collection services, baling facility, and landfill operations. Preferred qualifications include five years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance; five years experience with the management of solid waste collection; baling facility and landfill experience. Salary commensurate dependent upon qualifications and experience. Application and job description can be picked up at the City of Gering Administration Building or at www.gering.org. Return application in a sealed envelope marked “Director of Environmental Services Applicant” to Tammy Cooley, Director of Human Resources at City of Gering, P.O. Box 687, Gering, NE  69341. Position will remain open until filled. EOE. Posted 10/22/19.

The City of Friend, Neb., is seeking applicants for a sewer and wastewater treatment plant operator. This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the treatment plant grounds and collection system, responsible for compliance with all federal and state discharge monitor reports, regulations and City policy regarding the wastewater treatment plant and for periodic reports on the conduct of the plant operation and maintenance and other duties as assigned. Successful candidate must be certified as a Nebraska Class II Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator or obtain it within 12 months of employment. Must have a valid driver’s license. Candidates are subject to a background check and post-offer/pre-employment physical and drug screen. An application and full job description may be obtained by contacting the City Office at 235 Maple Street, Friend, NE 68359 or by emailing cityoffriend@windstream.net.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. EOE. Posted 10/10/19.

The City of Sutton, Neb., (pop. 1,502) is accepting applications for a position of full-time electrical department foreman with a pay range between $25-35 per hour DOQ. This is a full-time position which requires knowledge and training of electrical distribution with a preference given for in-field working background of 3 to 5 years of lineman experience. Preference is also given to applicants with leadership training and/or supervisory experience. The applicant for this position would need to perform skilled line work in the operation, construction maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.  Experience in construction and maintenance of overhead and underground, primary/secondary is desired. Being a certified journeyman lineman is a preference for this position. Education may substitute for some experience. The department is made up of one other lineman. The foreman aspect of the position will oversee the daily activities and long-term planning of the electric (light) department and upkeep of the system. Full benefits include health insurance, H.S.A., pension contribution, sick and vacation time, comp. time, holiday time, uniforms, etc. Wage rates are negotiable, but compensatory with qualifications, experience and leadership abilities. Send cover letter, resume, and application form to: Sherrie Bartell, City Clerk, P.O. Box 430, Sutton, NE  68979-0430. A complete job description and application form can be obtained by calling (402) 773-4225 or by e-mail: cityofsutton@gmail.com. The City of Sutton is an equal opportunity employer. Position will be open until filled. Posted 9/24/19.

The City of Gunnison, Colo., is accepting applications for the Lead Lineman position. Duties will include installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical distribution systems for the City. The successful applicant’s duties will also include the supervision of the line crew, maintenance of records and safety meetings and a thorough knowledge of the principles of electricity. Education and experience must include a high school diploma or equivalent, graduation of hot-line school or equivalent, four to eight years of experience in the repair, maintenance and construction of electric distribution systems, with some supervisory experience required. A full job description is available at the address below. Salary range will be $70,900 to $83,300 depending on experience with a very competitive benefit package. Send resumes to City of Gunnison, 1100 W. Virginia Ave., Gunnison, CO 81230. Attention: Will Dowis, electric department superintendent, (970) 641-8329, fax: (970) 641-8021 or email: wdowis@gunnisonco.gov. Posted 9/3/19.