KEOKUK MUNICIPAL WATERWORKS
EST. 1938
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Public Notice
PUBLIC NOTICE
KEOKUK MUNICIPAL WATERWORKS
WATER TOWER PAINTING PROJECT
The Keokuk Municipal Waterworks will begin significant maintenance and repainting of the water towers located on South 22nd St. The work will begin April 27, 2026 and is scheduled to continue through October. Although the towers will be drained, one at a time, there will be no disruption in service to the City. The other two towers and water plant will provide continued service during the project. This project is part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and reliable infrastructure. The purpose is to prevent corrosion and preserve structural integrity. Contractors will use containment systems to prevent debris from affecting nearby properties. You may see a large curtain hung over the towers to protect the surrounding area. Proper maintenance and operation of the water plant and distribution system is a high priority, and we maintain our focus on them to ensure safe and continuous water service into the future.
The Keokuk Waterworks is looking for a Distribution Utility Worker
The Keokuk Waterworks
is looking for a Distribution Utility Worker
The Distribution Utility Worker operates and maintains the Keokuk Water Distribution system, including all associated equipment and piping. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Inspecting, maintaining, repairing and replacing water distribution system including water mains, fire hydrants, valves, and other components; requires the selection and operation of appropriate equipment
- Documenting activities including repairs performed, equipment installed, meters replaced, and digital location of Distribution System assets.
- Performs emergency repairs as needed – which may include day, night, weekends, short notice and/or holidays.
- Maintaining, testing, reading and replacing customer meters.
- Interacting with customers to help troubleshoot water service issues.
- Working outside in adverse weather conditions, and the ability to perform manual labor for extended periods.
- Other duties as assigned.
The Distribution Utility Worker is scheduled Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, and is on call for emergency repair work. The successful hire must take the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Grade 1 Water Distribution certification test within 1 year of hire and annually thereafter if a passing grade is not attained.
The position is full-time with an excellent benefits package. The selected finalist must successfully pass a criminal background check, reference check, physical, and a drug/alcohol screen, must have a valid drivers’ license and must live in Iowa within 10 miles of the Keokuk City Limits.
To Apply: Stop by the Keokuk Municipal Waterworks Office to submit a resume and fill out an application at 20 N. 4th St., Keokuk, IA, Monday- Friday, 8:00A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
A full job description is available here:
https://keowater.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Distribution-Utility-Worker-Job-Discription.pdf
Keokuk Municipal Waterworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Accepting applications through May 8, 2026.
The Keokuk Waterworks is looking for a Treatment Plant Operator Trainee
The Keokuk Waterworks
is looking for a Treatment Plant Operator Trainee
The Treatment Plant Operator operates and controls the process of purifying Mississippi River water into great-tasting drinking water. The new Operator will train with certified Operators under the general supervision of the Plant Superintendent, operating a SCADA control system and running samples to validate instrument readings, operating equipment and performing plant maintenance as directed.
The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic and works well in a team environment, learns quickly and pays close attention to details, performs basic math and laboratory analyses, and can stand and walk for extended periods.
The position follows a 24 x 7 rotating shift schedule. The Operator Trainee must take and pass the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Grade 1 Water Treatment certification test within 1 year of hire and the Grade 2 test within 3 years of hire.
The position is full-time with an excellent benefits package. The selected finalist must successfully pass a criminal background check, reference check, physical, and a drug/alcohol screen, must have a valid drivers’ license and must live within 10 miles of the Keokuk City Limits.
To Apply: Stop by the Keokuk Municipal Waterworks Office to submit a resume and fill out an application at 20 N. 4th St., Keokuk, IA, Monday- Friday, 8:00A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
A full job description is available here:
Keokuk Municipal Waterworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Accepting applications through May 22, 2026
Public Hearing
May 20, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/vzi-ttti-opm
Or dial: (US) +1 319-449-2190 PIN: 640 498 598#
AGENDA:
- Roll Call
- Approval of Previous Board Meeting Minutes and Vouchers
- Plant Items
- Plant Operations Report and Project Report
- Distribution Item
- Distribution Operations Report and Project Report
- Office Items
- Monthly Financial Report
- Manager’s Report
- Approval of Budget Amendment FYE 2025-2026 – Resolution
- Other Items
- Board Discussion
- Other Items
Date set for next Board Meeting – June 17, 2026 at 2:30 P.M.
About the Keokuk Waterworks:
The Keokuk Municipal Waterworks was established in 1938 as a board-run municipal utility. The Board of Trustees consists of 5 community members who are appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council to oversee the affairs of the Waterworks.
The Waterworks consists of 3 departments: purification plant, distribution and office. In the plant, Mississippi River water is purified and filtered to create the great-tasting Keokuk water that has won several awards as the best-tasting water in Iowa. The distribution system consists of approximately 100 miles of underground pipe, 3 elevated water towers that store a combined 6 million gallons, and numerous valves and hydrants that are spread throughout the system. The office team coordinates customer accounts, billing and financial/administrative activities.
The Waterworks employs 23 people who take pride in our work and take seriously our responsibility to provide safe, reliable and delicious water to the people, businesses and industries of Keokuk.