Maintenance Worker

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.Distinguishing Features of WorkThis is work in the maintenance and replacement of water mains,hydrants, valves, and service lines. These employees perform semiskilledmaintenance tasks or assist skilled workers in the performance ofmaintenance work. Employees also perform skilled, safe operation oftrucks and other powered equipment, including any attached mechanicalequipment. The primary emphasis of the job is on the performance of avariety of tasks which require general mechanical ability rather than ahigh degree of skill in any particular trade. Work is supervised andinspected while in process and upon completion by a supervisor.This position will require working outdoors in inclement weatherincluding but not limited to, rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidityand/or emergency response operations that would include operatingequipment and vehicles on overnight shifts, weekends and in low-lightand low visibility conditions, or other adverse weather conditions.Employees within the department or division shall be given firstconsiderationPosting may close at any timeExamples of Work Performed- Assist in construction and repair of water mains, valves, hydrants, service lines, and related facilities.- Assist in installing, operating, repairing, and replacing water distribution system appurtenances.- Perform minor servicing work on equipment, such as refueling, lubricating, washing, and making minor adjustments.- Operate a truck and assist in loading and unloading materials such as sand, stone, cement, pipes, brick, gravel, dirt, and other similar items.- Operate heavy equipment with attachments, various types of tools and equipment.- Dig ditches and other excavations.- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.- Other related duties may be assigned as needed.Requirements of Work- Ability to acquire (within 120 days of start date) and maintain a valid Kansas class A commercial drivers license (CDL) with air brake endorsement. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.- Willingness to work under conditions that are sometimes unpleasant, where safety equipment must be worn, and safety procedures followed.- Ability to maneuver self into and/or onto vehicular equipment with two foot steep first step, and onto frame or fender as required to perform fluid/filter check daily or as needed.- Some knowledge of and ability to use the basic tools and equipment applicable to water utility operations and maintenance, or similar work.- Ability to physically tolerate operating and riding heavy equipment for long periods of time.- Ability to shovel snow, sand, gravel, asphalt, to or from dump truck bed.- Ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds, pavement construction, and windy conditions.- Ability to swing a 20 pound sledgehammer safely and effectively against brick, concrete, or similar substances.- Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to 90 pounds or up to 150 pounds with the assistance of another.- Ability to operate a power saw and concrete saw safely and effectively.- Ability to operate a jackhammer safely and effectively, including meeting a minimum height requirement of 55.- Ability to be continuously performing tasks that require one to push, pull, climb (ladders and in and out of vehicular equipment), bend, twist, reach, stand, and walk about (up to a half mile at a time) for most of an eight hour shift.- Ability to enter and exit excavations that m y be as narrow as 24 in diameter.- Ability to read and understand a map for directions and technical information related to assigned duties.- Ability to communicate effectively and to follow simple oral and written instructions.- An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.Please note that this position is part of a random drug testing pool,and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance withcompany policies and applicable laws.Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employmentphysical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactoryevaluation of a criminal record check.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find moreinformation under the following links:[

Created: 2025-12-12