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Our Mission
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Who We Are

Who We Are

Marion Utilities is an organization comprised of four individual and independent utility divisions; Water, Wastewater, Solid Waste, and Stormwater. Although the utilities share common administrative and managerial oversight, by state statute, each division must remain financially independent of the others. Revenues from one utility division may not be used in support of another. Operational and Capital Improvement Budgets for each division are funded independently through revenues generated by the division.
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The Utility Service Board provides general purview over the operations and functions of the Water, Wastewater, Solid Waste, and Stormwater Utilities. The Board establishes policy, approves budgets and capital expenditures, and recommends ordinances to the City Council providing for adequate financial and functional support of the utilities. The Board employs competent leadership and technical expertise to direct the business and day-to-day operational elements of the utilities. 
Our Mission

Our Mission

The mission of Marion Utilities is to bring added value to the City of Marion by providing excellent customer service, maintaining the highest of standards for the lowest possible cost, and promoting environmental stewardship to ensure the future of our community.
Our History

Our History

The Water Utility was first established in Marion in 1877 as a means of providing fire protection and potable water supply for a growing and thriving community. For over 100 years, utility services have grown and evolved to meet the ever-changing and demanding needs of the city. Sewer installation began in the late 1800's and was followed by the construction of the wastewater treatment plant beginning in 1938. In 1971, Marion Utilities was officially established and assumed responsibility for managing, operating, and maintaining water and wastewater services for the community. Stormwater services were added in 1995, and the Solid Waste utility was created by the city council in 2014 and began operation in 2015.
Administration

Our Leadership Team

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Chuck Binkerd
Director

Chuck has served the Marion community throughout his employment at Marion Utilities since July 1998. Since September 2012, he has served in the capacity of Executive Director. Chuck currently serves as a member of The King's Academy School Board, President of the Community Revitalization Enhancement District Board, and is involved with the Grant County Economic Growth Council. For more than 40 years he has served in various capacities throughout the municipal utilities industry. He is a certified Class IV Wastewater Operator, Class D Industrial Wastewater Operator, Grade WT5 Water Operator, Grade WT3 Water Operator, and Grade DSL Water Distribution System Operator. Chuck and his wife Becca also enjoy their work and involvement in their church. They have three children and three grandchildren and appreciate every opportunity to travel to Florida for family time.
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Pat Pinkerton
Assistant Director for Engineering

Pat began his service at Marion Utilities in the Engineering Department in May  1989. In his current capacity as Assistant Director for Engineering, Pat leads the Stormwater and Solid Waste Utility Divisions. He serves the community on various boards such as the Grant County Drainage Board, Eastbrook Community School Board, and his church. Pat graduated from Ball State University in 1988 with a B.S. in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. He is a certified Class II Wastewater Operator and a licensed Professional Engineer. Pat and his wife Rita have two sons and a grandchild. In his spare time, he enjoys canoeing, kayaking, camping, fishing, and collecting antique fishing tackle.
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Robin Shrader
Assistant Director for Operations

​Robin began working at Marion Utilities in June 2012. In her current capacity as Assistant Director for Operations, Robin leads the Water and Wastewater Utility Divisions. She has served the community as a mentor for Project Leadership for three years and is heavily involved in the Indiana Water Environment Association. Robin graduated from Taylor University in 2000 with a B.A. in Christian Education, from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2003 with an M.A. in Christian Education, from Indiana University in 2015 with a B.A. in Biology and Physical Science, and from Liberty University in 2019 with an M.A. in Executive Leadership. She is a certified Class IV Wastewater Operator, Grade WT3 Water Treatment Plant Operator, and a Grade DSL Water Distribution System Operator. Robin and her husband Brian enjoy camping, hiking, and puzzles.
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Misty Humphries
Executive Assistant & Administrative Manager

​Misty has been with Marion Utilities since April, 2011. In her current capacity as Executive Assistant & Administrative Manager, Misty leads the Administrative and Customer Service Teams. She is currently serving the community as a Regional Parent Resource for INSOURCE. Misty graduated from Adrian College in 1998 with a B.A. in Business and Communication and from Ohio Northern University School of Law in 2001 with a Juris Doctor. She and her husband Mike have three sons and a dog. She enjoys watching her kids’ activities as well as sports, camping, swimming, and going on family adventures.
Utility Service Board
Board Members
Agenda & Minutes
Board Members

Utility Service Board

The Marion Utility Service Board is comprised of members appointed by the Administrative and Legislative bodies of the City of Marion. These private citizens are your representatives, providing stewardship for mission effectiveness and performance. Through policy making and administrative accountability, the board serves to ensure the future of your utilities both now and for generations to come. Listed below are the individuals currently serving as members of the Marion Utilities Service Board:
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Robert Logan
Chairman
​City Council Appointment

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Herschel Lewis
Member
​Mayoral Appointment

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Douglas Carl
Vice-Chairman
City Council Appointment

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Von Jackson
Member
​Mayoral Appointment

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Dr. Jayda Monteiro
Member
​City Council Appointment

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William Dorsey
Member
Mayoral Appointment

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Rev. Al Green
Member
​Mayoral Appointment

Agenda & Minutes
The Marion Utility Service Board meets from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Thursday of the month in the L.E.A.D. Center Building 101 at Marion Utilities, 1540 North Washington Street, Marion, Indiana. Please find the approved agenda and minutes for each meeting below.

2023

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
January 5, 2023 - Rescheduling Notice
January 19, 2023 Agenda
February
February 2, 2023 - Agenda
February 16, 2023
March
March 2, 2023
March 16, 2023 - Rescheduling Notice
April
April 6, 2023
April 20, 2023 - Agenda
May
May 4, 2023
May 18, 2023
June
June 1, 2023
June 15, 2023
July
July 20, 2023
August
August 3, 2023
August 3, 2023 - Executive Session Notice
August 17, 2023 - Agenda
September
September 7, 2023 - Agenda
September 7, 2023 - Executive Session Notice
October
November
December

2022

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
January 6, 2022
January 20, 2022
February
February 3, 2022 - Rescheduling Notice
February 10, 2022
March
March 3, 2022
March 17, 2022
April
April 7, 2022
April 21, 2022
May
May 5, 2022 - Rescheduling Notice
May 19, 2022
June
June 16, 2022
July
July 14, 2022
August
August 4, 2022 - Rescheduling Notice
August 8, 2022
August 11, 2022
September
September 1, 2022
September 29, 2022
October
October 13, 2022
October 27, 2022 - Rescheduling Notice
November
November 17, 2022
December
December 1, 2022
December 15, 2022

2021

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
January 7, 2021
January 21, 2021
February
February 4, 2021
February 18, 2021 - Rescheduling Notice
March
March 4, 2021
March 18, 2021
April
April 1, 2021
April 22, 2021
May
May 6, 2021
May 20, 2021
June
June 3, 2021 - Rescheduling Notice
June 17, 2021
July
July 1, 2021 - Rescheduling Notice
July 15, 2021
August
August 5, 2021 - Rescheduling Notice
August 19, 2021
September
September 2, 2021 - Rescheduling Notice
September 16, 2021
October
October 7, 2021 - Rescheduling Notice
October 21, 2021 - Agenda
November
November 4, 2021 - Rescheduling Notice
November 18, 2021
December
December 2, 2021
December 16, 2021 - Rescheduling Notice

2020

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
January 9, 2020
January 23, 2020
February
February 6, 2020
February 20, 2020
March
March 5, 2020
March 19, 2020 - Rescheduling Notice
April
April 2, 2020
April 16, 2020
May
May 7, 2020
May 21, 2020
June
June 4, 2020 - Rescheduling Notice
June 18, 2020
July
July 9, 2020
July 23, 2020 - Rescheduling Notice
August
August 6, 2020
August 20, 2020
September
September 3, 2020 - Rescheduling Notice
September 17, 2020
October
October 1, 2020
October 15, 2020 - Rescheduling Notice
October 29, 2020 - Rescheduling Notice
November
November 5, 2020
November 19, 2020  - Agenda
December
December 3, 2020
December 17, 2020 - Rescheduling Notice

2019

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
January 3, 2019 - Rescheduling Notice
January 17, 2019
February
February 7, 2019
March
March 7, 2019
March 21, 2019
April
April 4, 2019
April 18, 2019
May
May 2, 2019
May 16, 2019
June
June 6, 2019
June 20, 2019
July
July 18, 2019
August
August 1, 2019
August 15, 2019 - Rescheduling Notice
September
September 5, 2019 - Rescheduling Notice
September 12, 2019
October
October 3, 2019 - Rescheduling Notice
October 17, 2019
November
November 7, 2019
December
December 5, 2019 - Rescheduled
December 19, 2019

2018

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
January 4, 2018
January 18, 2018
February
February 1, 2018 - Rescheduling Notice 
February 15, 2018
March
March 1, 2018 - Rescheduling Notice
March 15, 2018
April
April 5, 2018 - Rescheduling Notice
April 19, 2018
May
May 3, 2018
May 17, 2018
June
June 7, 2018
June 28, 2018
July
July 19, 2018
August
August 2, 2018
August 16, 2018 - Rescheduling Notice
September
September 6, 2018
September 20, 2018 - Rescheduling Notice
October
October 18, 2018 - Rescheduling Notice
November
November 1, 2018
November 15, 2018
  • Executive Session Notice
December
December 6, 2018
  • Executive Session Notice
December 20, 2018

2017

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
January 12, 2017
February
February 2, 2017
February 16, 2017
March
March 2, 2017
March 16, 2017
April
April 20, 2017
May
May 4, 2017
May 18, 2017
June
June 15, 2017
June 29, 2017
July
July 20, 2017
August
August 17, 2017
September
September 7, 2017 - Rescheduling Notice
September 21, 2017
October
October 5, 2017 - Rescheduling Notice
October 19, 2017
November
November 2, 2017
November 16, 2017
December
December 7, 2017
Careers

Careers


Internship Program
Our internship program offers students an opportunity to better understand the theories, ideas, and practices of water/wastewater treatment processes by actively engaging in a hands-on, real-world, learning opportunity. Marion Utilities seeks to provide an environment where students can discover, inquire, and refine their educational and career goals.
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Summer Work
We hire a small team to do maintenance jobs around the plant for the summer months. Responsibilities include things like painting, mowing, and general labor. If you would like more information please call 765.664.2391 ext.112.
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Position Descriptions and Application
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Current Open Positions
Maintenance Technician, Wastewater - Position Description
Distribution Technician - Position Description

Past Open Positions
​Solid Waste Technician - Position Description
Laboratory Services Technician - Position Description
Night Wastewater Operator - Position Description
Wastewater Operations Specialist - Position Description
Administrative Support Assistant for Water and Wastewater - Position Description
Water Operations Specialist - Position Description
System Maintenance Technician - Position Description
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​Field Technician - Position Description
Water Operations Specialist - Position Description
Water Maintenance Technician - Position Description
Customer Service Representative - Position Description
Lab Services Coordinator - Position Description

Email resumes and completed applications to hiringmmu@marionutilities.com or visit Work One to fill out an application:
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Weather observations:

Readings are recorded at 7 a.m. every day and reflect the previous 24-hour period between 7AM yesterday and 7AM today.
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1540 n. washington st. 
marion, in 46952
765.664.2391

Hours  M-f  7:30AM - 4:30PM
Wednesdays close at 3:30PM
​Solid waste m-th 8am - 3pm

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