Address
Form of workSalary: $17.58 - $24.84 Hourly
Location : Sewage Treatment 2305 E 57th St S, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: EO2 L - Sewer Treatment
Department: Public Works and Utilities
Division: PWU Sewer Treatment
Opening Date: 02/12/2024
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is skilled work operating specialized equipment in the Water Utilities' automated sewage treatment plants. Data is acquired from local and remote sites via the Supervisory, Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA). Work may require response to remote sites and/or fill in for Plant Operators while they are responding to alarms from remote sites. A supervisor gives general directions in routine tasks and special instructions when changes are made in established procedures or emergency situations.
The days and hours for this postion: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)
**"Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**
****Posting may close at anytime ****
Examples of Work Performed
Requirements of Work
Required Experience and Training
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.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
CITY OF WICHITA
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)
Bereavement Pay
Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
Voluntary Shared Leave Program
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Community Volunteer Events
01
I am a current employee in Public Works and Utilities.
02
I have the following years of experience in the operation of automotive or specialized equipment used in a wastewater treatment facility...
03
I have the following years of experience operating farm equipment such as tractors, discs, fertilizer chemical applicators, etc...
04
How many years of experience operating do you have with front end loaders
05
I have a valid driver's license:
06
(6mo) This position requires a Class A or Class B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsements. Please identify your current CDL status...
07
This position will require working outdoors in inclement weather including but not limited to, rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidity plus snow and ice removal 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.
08
I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Required Question
Location : Sewage Treatment 2305 E 57th St S, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: EO2 L - Sewer Treatment
Department: Public Works and Utilities
Division: PWU Sewer Treatment
Opening Date: 02/12/2024
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is skilled work operating specialized equipment in the Water Utilities' automated sewage treatment plants. Data is acquired from local and remote sites via the Supervisory, Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA). Work may require response to remote sites and/or fill in for Plant Operators while they are responding to alarms from remote sites. A supervisor gives general directions in routine tasks and special instructions when changes are made in established procedures or emergency situations.
The days and hours for this postion: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)
**"Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**
****Posting may close at anytime ****
Examples of Work Performed
- Operation of specialized wastewater treatment process equipment.
- Monitor pumps, chemical storage facilities, chemical feed equipment, valves, and other flow control equipment through periodic physical and electronic (SCDA) inspections.
- Report problems to the appropriate level of supervision.
- Monitor and maintain status of feed equipment and make adjustments as instructed by the Plant Operator.
- Identify and evaluate system problems and communicate clearly with those responsible for corrective action.
- Perform process equipment calibrations.
- Perform minor repairs to treatment plant equipment.
- Monitor and respond to computerized alarms from complex plant systems.
- Dispatch repair crew when necessary.
- Work with the maintenance and electronics staff in areas that relate to production needs.
- Assist the Plant Operator and act as a back-up operator.
- Respond to customer calls in a professional manner.
- Collect samples and/or conduct process control analyses.
- Maintain electronic database of production records.
- Monitor day/night telephone and radio lines.
- Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.
- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
- Thorough knowledge of the principles of specialized water treatment or sewage treatment operations
- Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist
- Ability to tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with open grounds
- Ability to tolerate equipment and machinery noise with the use of earplugs
- Ability to tolerate exposure to chemicals used in water and wastewater treatment
- Ability to monitor, evaluate and respond to SCADA information
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to walk short distances multiple times per shift and traverse uneven, sometimes slippery terrain
- Ability to lift and carry bulky loads weighing up to 50 lbs
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders; to bend, twist, push, pull and reach as necessary to clean and/or lubricate equipment
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments and representatives of other organizations
- This position will require working outdoors in inclement weather including but not limited to, rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidity plus snow and ice removal 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 and adding I am willing and able to perform this job requirement
- Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license
- May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake or tanker endorsement
- An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Experience and Training
- Two year of experience in the operation of automotive or specialized equipment used in construction or maintenance activities, preferably in a wastewater treatment facility.
- Two years experience with Heavy Equipment and/or Farm Equipment plus field work and analysis is desirable.
- Must have a valid Kansas driver's license at time of hire.
- A Class B CDL must be obtained within six months of employment and a tanker endorsement within one year of employment.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
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.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
CITY OF WICHITA
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)
Bereavement Pay
Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
Voluntary Shared Leave Program
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Community Volunteer Events
01
I am a current employee in Public Works and Utilities.
- Yes
- No
02
I have the following years of experience in the operation of automotive or specialized equipment used in a wastewater treatment facility...
- 1 to 3 years' experience.
- 4 to 7 years' experience.
- 8+ years' experience.
- I do not have experience in the operation of automotive or specialized equipment used in a wastewater treatment facility.
03
I have the following years of experience operating farm equipment such as tractors, discs, fertilizer chemical applicators, etc...
- 1 to 3 years' experience.
- 4 to 7 years' experience.
- 8+ years of experience.
- I have no experience in the operation of farm equipment.
04
How many years of experience operating do you have with front end loaders
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months to one year
- 1-2 years
- 3-4 Years
- + 5 years
05
I have a valid driver's license:
- Yes
- No
06
(6mo) This position requires a Class A or Class B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsements. Please identify your current CDL status...
- I currently have a Class A CDL with no endorsements
- I currently have a Class A CDL with air brake endorsement.
- I currently have a Class A CDL with passenger endorsement.
- I currently have a Class A CDL with air brake and passenger endorsement.
- I currently have a Class B CDL
- I currently have a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.
- I currently have a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement.
- I currently have a Class B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsement.
- I do not have either a Class A or Class B CDL with endorsements, but am willing and able to obtain this CDL with endorsements within six (6)months of hire.
- I am not willing or able to obtain a Class A or Class B CDL with endorsements.
07
This position will require working outdoors in inclement weather including but not limited to, rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidity plus snow and ice removal 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.
- Yes
- No
08
I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Yes
- No
Required Question
