Summer Maintenance Worker

Company: Kansas Turnpike Authority
Location: Lawrence
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Positions will remain open until filled. Early application is encouraged. Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm Work is semi-skilled in the operation of light equipment and a variety of tasks of a physically demanding nature. Work assignments are detailed and subject to review by supervisors. Summer employment with the KTA is designed not only to assist an employee in gaining knowledge and experience, but also to complete necessary KTA operations and projects.Learn to operate equipment (e.g. skid steer, Z-turn mowers, and tractors). The following guidelines will determine eligibility for summer employees: Must be physically able to perform job duties as outlined in the job description and pass a drug screen and physical as a condition of employment. A summer is defined as having worked more than one month during the period May 1 to August 31 of each year. If previously employed by the Authority, must have a favorable recommendation by their previous year's supervisor in order to be re-employed. Households with multiple applicants may be limited based on positions available and interest. Relatives and close relationships will be subject to the guidelines in the Employment of Relatives or Close Relationships Policy 4-7-1 in regard to supervisory positions. Background checks will be conducted in the first year of employment. Any exceptions to the foregoing rules must have the express permission of the Chief Executive Officer. Job Demands : The following are minimum demands necessary for this job : Ability to safely lift and move repeatedly 30 pounds from floor to overhead. Must have the ability and physical strength to safely operate light equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, post drivers, chain saws, post-hole diggers, jackhammers, and other powered or hand tools. Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, daytime and nighttime, in sometimes harsh environments. Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stand for prolonged periods of time as necessary. Must be able to climb steps, ladders, and work at heights. Must be able to work in closed spaces. Must be willing to learn how to identify a variety of animal and plant species. Must be able to work effectively with other workers. Must be able and willing to work safely and wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and seatbelts with all tools and equipment. Must be able and willing to work and communicate with and help customers in a pleasant manner. Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and communicate with all supervisors. Must have a valid driver's license issued by the State of Kansas. Skills, Knowledge, and Experience that are Advantageous: Mechanical and operational knowledge of motorized equipment. Past experience and operational knowledge with mechanized tools and equipment. Education and Age Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older and have graduated from high school. Summer Employment Program - Department Opportunities Shop Learn service, diagnose, and repair vehicles and equipment used to support roadway operations. Structures Learn carpentry, concrete construction, and construction basics. Maintenance Learn roadway operations, construction support, and traffic safety. Roadside Maintenance Learn traffic sign creation and guardrail installation. Utilities Learn plumbing, electrical, and HVAC fundamentals while assisting with maintenance and repairs of facilities and infrastructure systems.

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