The City of Nicholasville Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the position of Water Distribution, Wastewater Collections Equipment Operator, grade 56. The starting rate for this position falls within the hourly rate of $ 26.15 to $34.00. Hiring rate determined during final step of interview process.

Duties include, not limited to, operating backhoe, grader, trencher, dump truck, tanker truck, mowing equipment etc. Will also perform maintenance operator duties when not operating equipment (water and wastewater lines, etc).

Applicants must have a high school degree or GED supplemented by 2 years directly related work experience. Applicants must have thorough knowledge of operating characteristics, servicing requirements, and work hazards associated with equipment and tools.  Must have the ability to communicate effectively; must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Must obtain and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky within 12 months; must possess or obtain Water /Wastewater certification within 12 months after meeting experience requirements. Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at all hours, must participate in the City’s drug and alcohol testing program.

Applications may be picked up at City Hall, 517 N. Main St., Nicholasville KY. or downloaded.  Applications will be accepted thru 4:00 p.m., November 12, 2026 at the same location or emailed to Mary.Marion@Nicholasvilleky.gov.  

Equal Opportunity Employer.  If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact Mary Marion at 859-885-1121 ext. 254 or Mary.Marion@Nicholasvilleky.gov

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