JOB
This is work in the maintenance and replacement of water mains, hydrants, valves, and service lines. These employees perform semiskilled maintenance tasks or assist skilled workers in the performance of maintenance work. Employees also perform skilled, safe operation of trucks and other powered equipment, including any attached mechanical equipment. The primary emphasis of the job is on the performance of a variety of tasks which require general mechanical ability rather than a high degree of skill in any particular trade. Work is supervised and inspected while in process and upon completion by a supervisor.
This position will require working outdoors in inclement weather including but not limited to, rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidity and/or emergency response operations that would include operating equipment and vehicles on overnight shifts, weekends and in low-light and low visibility conditions, or other adverse weather conditions.
Current Openings: Workdays and Hours - Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm
Locations: Exact location will be determined at hire.
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2911 E 33rd St N
2. 1825 S McLean Blvd
Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)
**Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**
**Posting may close at any time **
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Assist in construction and repair of water mains, valves, hydrants, service lines, and related facilities.
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Assist in installing, operating, repairing, and replacing water distribution system appurtenances.
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Perform minor servicing work on equipment, such as refueling, lubricating, washing, and making minor adjustments.
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Operate a truck and assist in loading and unloading materials such as sand, stone, cement, pipes, brick, gravel, dirt, and other similar items.
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Operate heavy equipment with attachments, various types of tools and equipment.
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Dig ditches and other excavations.
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These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
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Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Required Experience and Training
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Six months of experience in the operation of construction/utility vehicle or heavy equipment.
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A valid Kansas Driver's License.
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Ability to acquire a Class A CDL within six months of employment. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
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Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and Training
Please note that this position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.
