Job Openings

An Employment Application must be received when applying for a position.  Applications will only be accepted for advertised positions.

*Please note: there is a separate application form required for all Public Safety Department and Seasonal positions 

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Regular applications may be returned by mail or delivered to: City of Gardner, Human Resources, 120 E. Main Street, Gardner, KS  66030

Notice to Applicants: The City of Gardner is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.  Please complete the application carefully and completely.  A consumer report may be obtained for employment purposes as part of the pre-employment background investigation and at any time during your employment.  All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of a physical examination, drug screen, and a consumer report, including criminal history, verifications of employment and education, driving record and, if applicable, a credit report.

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Regular Full-time Positions are Listed Below:

Wastewater Maintenance Worker - Salary:  $13.90 - $19.44/hour

Duties and Responsibilities:  The City of Gardner is accepting applications for Wastewater Maintenance Worker to perform skilled and semi-skilled tasks in maintenance, construction, and repairs at wastewater treatment facilities and lift stations and sludge handling. 

Education and Certification Requirements:  Requires High School diploma or GED and minimum one year experience in semi-skilled maintenance or construction and/or operation of equipment, similar to that of the assignment or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, ability and skill; possession of a valid CDL license or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. 

Applications:  Applications/job description are available at City Hall or on-line at www.gardnerkansas.gov. Submit completed applications to City of Gardner, Human Resource Division, 120 E Main, Gardner, KS  66030.  Applications will be accepted until 5:00 PM, August 29, 2008.  Offers of employment are contitional upon the successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, and background check including driving record.  EOE  See complete job description.

Contact:  Human Resource Division, 120 E Main, Gardner, KS  66030; Phone (913) 856-0951 or humanresources@gardnerkansas.gov