Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods.

The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees as well as seasonal (summer) opportunities. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, brand new Library, Business & Industry, and other community links.)

The City of Crete is taking applications for the position of Power Plant Operator/Maintenance Mechanic II in the Public Works Department. Full-time, hourly position
(could be subject to on-call status); hourly wage range: $29.73 - $39.84. General functions: Maintain and operate Power Plant equipment, and maintain Power Plant facilities to meet City electrical and other utility requirements.  Under general supervision, to supervise and perform a variety of skilled mechanic repair work to automotive, plant, and power equipment; to carry out a preventive maintenance program.  Examples of work: Performs a variety of skilled mechanical repairs to plant and power equipment, and pumps and booster and substations; installing bearings and brushes; repairing electrical wiring; repacking bearings; repairing hydraulic systems; overhauling pumps and valves; fabricates special equipment and attachments to equipment involving acetylene and electrical welding; plans and carries out a preventive maintenance program on equipment; paints plant equipment; does general maintenance and repair work to equipment; supervises helpers; maintains  records of work performed on equipment. Report to Power Plant Superintendent and Senior Operator. See full job description for more information.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways: 

• Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Fax to 402-826-6412
• Mail to the attention of Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
• Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download the job description and employment application:

• Job description 
• Application for employment 

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Wendy Thomas, wendy.thomas@crete.ne.gov
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov

Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods.

The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees as well as seasonal (summer) opportunities. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, brand new Library, Business & Industry, and other community links.)

The City of Crete is taking applications for the position of Park Facilities and Groundskeeper in the Parks and Recreation Department. General functions: Organize and implement all direct work duties and responsibilities relating to park grounds and facilities and ball fields maintenance. Full-time, hourly position subject to working some evenings, weekends, and early mornings for snow removal, ball field set up and pool facility maintenance. Reports to the Parks and Recreation Director. See full job description for more information.

Minimum qualifications include: 

• possess and maintain a valid Nebraska driver’s license;
• be at least 21 years of age;
• have high school diploma or GED;
• be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways: 

• Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Fax to 402-826-6412
• Mail to the attention of Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
• Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download the job description and employment application:

• Job description 
• Application for employment 

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Wendy Thomas, wendy.thomas@crete.ne.gov
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov

Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods.

The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees as well as seasonal (summer) opportunities. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, brand new Library, Business & Industry, and other community links.)

The City of Crete is taking applications for the position of Bookkeeper/Billing in the Public Works Department. Full-time, hourly position. General functions: Manage front line responsibilities of the Public Works Departments accounts receivable and accounts payable processes. Assist in all clerical and organizational needs of the Office Manager. Reports to the Public Works Director and Office Manager. See full job description for more information.

Minimum qualifications include: 

• possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license;
• be at least 21 years of age;
• have high school diploma or GED;
• be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Necessary Special Requirements: 

• knowledge of accounting and banking methods is preferred;
• speak, read, and write fluently in English;
• ability to speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish, preferred but not required;
• reside within 20 minutes of the City of Crete;
• maintain a phone.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways: 

• Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Fax to 402-826-6412
• Mail to the attention of Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
• Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download the job description and employment application:

• Job description 
• Application for employment 

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Wendy Thomas, wendy.thomas@crete.ne.gov
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov

Crete Recreation program registration for youth Flag Football is open through Aug. 30.

Registration forms and coaching and referee applications are available online or in the Recreation Office at City Hall.

Flag Football offers the youth of the community an opportunity to learn and compete in a positive environment. Having fun and learning the basic concepts of football will be the main focus of this program.

• divisions for boys and girls in grades 1-4
• dates: Sunday afternoons, Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4
• times: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• location:  Armory Park, 515 East 1^st St
• Signup on RecDesk
• Parks & Recreation Department 402.826.4315

Coaches and Referees:

Coaches attend games and organize a weekly practice. Coaches meeting is Thursday, Sept. 3 at the City Park Bandstand from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. Referees attend games only.

Volunteer and paid opportunities available – parents who volunteer as a coach receive the waiver of cost of participation for their child. A background check may be required.

• Employment Application (pdf)
• Background Check Form (pdf)
• Volunteer Application (pdf)
• Volunteer Liability Waiver (pdf)

If interested, please contact Dan Dunaway, 402-826-9754 or email.