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The City of Gering, Neb., a full-service city including electric utility, city-owned convention center, golf course, RV Park, Landfill, is seeking a city treasurer/finance director. Job description: Prepares monthly and annual financial statements, prepares for annual audit including audit schedules, prepares the City's budget document. Strong emphasis on accounting software/computerized accounting knowledge and developing financial plans. Directly supervises three utility billing and accounting staff. Desire bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business and four years of experience of progressively responsible financial employment. CPA, CMA, CGFM Certification and Municipal Government experience preferred. A full job description and application can be obtained at the City of Gering Administrative Offices or on the City of Gering website www.gering.org. Submit application, resume and references in a sealed envelope marked "City Treasurer/Finance Director applicant" to Tammy Cooley, Human Resources Director, P.O. Box 687 Gering, NE 69341 or deliver to City of Gering Administrative Offices at 1025 P Street, Gering, NE by July 16, 2021. Please direct questions to Tammy Cooley at (308) 436-5096. EOE. Posted 6/8/21.

City of David City, Neb., is currently accepting applications for the position of Lineworker 1. Examples of work: Participates in construction, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical distribution lines; sets poles, strings wire and hangs or installs transformers, lightning arresters, cutouts, cross arms and insulators and related components; performs lineman tasks in constructing 2,400 to 13,800-volt lines; and stand a regularly scheduled standby watch. Must have a valid Nebraska CDL driver’s license. Wages are determined by employee pay scale. Full benefits within six months of hire date. Application and job description forms may be obtained from the City Office at 557 N. 4th Street, P.O. Box 191, David City, NE 68632. Phone: (402) 367-3135. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Posted 6/8/2021.

The City of Wahoo is hiring a Water/Wastewater Worker IV. This position is responsible for assisting with various semi-skilled maintenance activities for the City's wastewater collection and treatment systems. Also responsible for assisting with the City's water production and distribution system as needed. 

A qualified applicant must have a high school diploma or GED, must possess a valid driver's license, and must be able to report to the work site within a 15-minute response time in normal weather conditions,  Upon offer of employment, the candidate may be asked to obtain their CDL, a State of NE Grade IV Water Certification, and a State of Nebraska Class 1 Wastewater Operator Certification. This position is slotted in Pay Grade F with a starting pay of $19.22 per hour.

Interested applicants should submit a job application (link below), a letter of interest and a resume if desired to:  (Please indicate position applying for on application)
    Attn: HR Coordinator
    605 North Broadway
    Wahoo, NE  68066
    or via email to: baker@wahoo.ne.us

An offer of employment will be contingent on compliance with drug/alcohol testing and will be subject to random drug/alcohol testing throughout the term of employment.

This job will remain open until filled. First round of applications will be reviewed on June 23, 2021. Posted 6/7/2021.

Carlisle Municipal Electric is a well-established, municipally-owned electric company with new equipment, experienced employees, limited overhead power lines, and reliable distribution causing few unscheduled outages. Duties for the Electric Laborer position include operating and maintaining an overhead and underground electric distribution system. Radio reading and servicing meters, substation inspection and maintenance, operating construction equipment. Class (A) CDL driver’s license needed. Salary DOQ. EOE. Send resume to City of Carlisle, P.O. Box 430, Carlisle, Iowa 50047 or cmeu@carlisleiowa.org. For more information please contact Don Miller at (515) 989-0840, or Deven Markley at (515)-989-3224. 5/4/21. 

The City of Yuma, Colo., Electric Department has an immediate opening for an Apprentice Lineman. Compensation starts at $30.50 per hour with a competitive benefits package. The City of Yuma (pop. 3,524) is located about 150 miles northeast of the Denver metro area. Under the direction of the Electrical Superintendent and/or Journeyman Lineman, the Electric Apprentice is responsible for the operation, maintenance and construction of the electrical substation and distribution system; including overhead and underground. Candidates must also possess or be able to obtain Class A CDL license and be insurable under the City’s insurance policy. Pre-employment requirements will include a criminal background check and drug screen. A City employment application is required. The City of Yuma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information or to receive an application, contact John Prettyman, Electrical Superintendent, at 970-848-3878 ext. 2112, via email at j.prettyman@yumacolo.org, or by U.S. mail at City of Yuma, PO Box 265, 320 South Main Street, Yuma, CO 80759. Position will stay open until filled. Posted 5/4/21. 

The City of Yuma, Colo., Electric Department has an immediate opening for a Journeyman Lineman. Compensation starts at $38.12 hourly. The City of Yuma (pop. 3,524) is located about 150 miles northeast of the Denver metro area. Under the direction of the Electric Superintendent, the Journeyman Lineman is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and construction of a 7,200/12,470 distribution system; including overhead and underground. The successful candidate will have completed an accredited Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship program, obtained a Journeyman’s License, and have at least three years of increasingly responsible experience in an electric utility. Candidates must also possess or be able to obtain Class A CDL license and be insurable under the City’s insurance policy. The position will be required to take on-call rotation. Pre-employment requirements will include a written skills test, criminal background check, and drug and alcohol screening. A City employment application is required. The City of Yuma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information or to receive an application, contact Scott Moore, City Manager, or John Prettyman, Electrical Superintendent at (970) 848-3878 ext. 2112, email at j.prettyman@yumacolo.org, or by U.S. mail at City of Yuma, P.O. Box 265, 320 South Main Street, Yuma CO 80759. The position will remain open until filled. Posted 5/4/21. 

The City of Denver, Iowa (pop. 1,780) full-time position ($38.50/hour-$43.50/hour). Normal work hours 7:30 a.m.-Noon 12:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m. with rotating on-call schedule. Performs work required in the construction and repair of electric overhead and underground distribution system. Position will be cross trained with other public works operations. Minimum qualifications: U.S. Department of Labor Electric Line Maintainer Certification and Iowa Class A C.D.L. with Air Brake Endorsement. Pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check is required. Submit cover letter, resume, salary history and five work related references to City of Denver, 100 Washington St, Denver, IA 50622. Deadline to submit application is May 14, 2021. Any questions, call (319) 984-5642, or go to www.cityofdenveriowa.com. Posted 4/21/21.

The City of Kimball, Neb., (Pop. 2496) has an opening for city administrator. Salary DOQ, benefits; $9.3 million operating budget; $18 million total budget, 40 employees. Full-service City including utilities: Electric, Power Plant, Water, Wastewater, Landfill, and Garbage collection.

• Located in Western Nebraska. Main economic base is agriculture and oil and gas industries.
• Desire bachelor’s degree in public administration/related fields with three years supervisory/management experience in overseeing all phases of municipal government, including public works.
• Emphasis on professional team leadership, progressive attitude, effective communication, public relations, financial management and planning/development.
• Ability to carry out city council/board of public works policies and strategies and work with department heads and staff. Visit web site at www.kimballne.org for application and complete job description. Submit application, resume, references and salary history in a sealed envelope marked “City Administrator Applicant” to Keith Prunty, Mayor, 223 South Chestnut Street, Kimball, NE 69145. Open until filled. EOE. Posted 4/15/21.

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The City of Kimball, Neb., has an opening for the position of Electric Lineman 1 or 2. 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 is expected. Must have valid Nebraska driver’s license, be insurable under the City of Kimball’s automobile policy and be able to obtain CDL. Pre-employment drug test is required. Salary is based on experience and knowledge. Application 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 4/13/21.

The Village of Ansley, Neb., is accepting applications for a utility employee position. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting the superintendent in the operation of the generating plant, distribution line maintenance, repair and upgrades, maintenance and repair of the water system, taking water samples, and maintenance of the lift station and sewer system. This is an assistant position and successful candidate would be required to work with other departments when needed. The employee must be willing to work after hours in emergency situations and must live within 20 minutes of Ansley. Applicants must possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license with a clean driving record, must have or the ability to obtain a Nebraska Class B CDL, be willing to become a certified water operator within the first year of employment. (The Village will pay for training/certifications.) Electrical, line person and bucket truck experience is preferred. Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Wages are negotiable and will be based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include health insurance, matching retirement plan, vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Resume and references can be mailed to: Village of Ansley, PO Box 307, Ansley, NE 68814, delivered to the Village Office at 217 Nile Street, Ansley, NE, or emailed to villageofansley@nctc.net. Please call (308) 935-1400 with any questions. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Village of Ansley is an EOE. Posted 4/13/21.

Northeast Power has an immediate opening for a Customer Service/Billing Representative. The successful applicant must be detail oriented, have the ability to work in a group environment and be able to deal with a wide variety of customer issues using courtesy and empathy. The applicant must be able to learn billing software applications and will gain experience in answering a variety of questions and maintaining consumer account records. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the ability to operate a 10-key is required. Schedule would generally be 7:30 am-4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Potential for part-time remote/telecommute opportunities. For more details or to apply, please email a resume with work history and at least two business references to mandyb@northeastpow.com. Position is open until filled by a qualified applicant. Posted 4/5/2021.