This is manual work involving construction and general maintenance activities necessary to maintain drainage control infrastructure. Will be assigned increasingly difficult tasks as work experience is gained. May request opportunities to train and perform increasingly difficult tasks under the supervision of other staff. Routine work may be performed independently, but any non-routine tasks shall be performed under the direction of a supervisor. Obtaining a class B CDL with Tanker and Air Brake is encouraged but not required.

• Assist with cleaning and construction tasks including but not limited to the preparation of asphalt, concrete, other street repair materials, and the operation of cleaning equipment.
• Performs manual work in the building and repair of roads, culverts, bridges, and other assets as necessary.
• Loads and unloads stone, gravel, fallen trees, and other similar materials.
• Assists skilled and semi-skilled workers in the completion of their work assignments including maintaining equipment and using hand tools such as a 20 pound sledgehammer properly and safely.
• Proper and safe operation of equipment including concrete mixers, chainsaws, and trucks.
• Completion of work assignments may require the operation of a vehicle requiring a class C driver’s license.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

• Ability to acquire within a reasonable period time knowledge on procedures, equipment, materials, and tools associated with cleaning, construction, and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to perform increasingly difficult tasks as work experience is gained.
• Ability to operate a fire hydrant and to pull 1” to 2.5” hose with 100 pounds of resistance.
• Ability to remove debris from manholes with a long-handled shovel and work in confined spaces while wearing the proper personal protective equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 110 pounds independently for up to 20 feet and up to 300 pounds with the assistance of another person for up to 10 feet
• Ability to independently lift and place rocks weighing up to 60 pounds into a truck and/or assigned location.
• Ability to work outdoors during normal and inclement weather conditions, tolerate airborne environmental nuisances associated machine and traffic exhaust, and tolerate equipment and machinery noise with the use of the appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Ability to continuously perform tasks that require one to push, pull, climb, bend, twist, reach, stand, and walk up to half a mile or more during extended periods of time including during an eight hour work shift.
• Ability to respond to emergencies during normal working hours and after hours in low light conditions.
• Ability to properly and safely enter and exit machinery including machinery with steep steps that are about two feet apart.
• Ability to follow directions and perform all daily required tasks including cleaning, construction, and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Ability to become proficient within a reasonable amount of time in the operation of heavy and/or specialized equipment used in cleaning, construction, and/or maintenance activities deemed relevant to this position. Related work experience is preferred. 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. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

(Last Updated 1/21/2015)

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. Maximum accumulation is 30 work days.

2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. One is a Personal Holiday granted after the first six months to be taken at the employee's option as scheduled with the supervisor.

3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, it is one work day per month (no maximum). 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 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kandas provides two levels of medical and prescription plans. Both medical plan are PPOs that does not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Vision benefits through Vision Service Plan. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium, towards medical, Rx and vision premiums.

5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two employee-paid Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. DeltaPreferred requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. Traditional allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta panel. Benefits under both plans are the same. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered.

6.LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is twice annual pay (Members of SEIU and Teamsters: maximum of $150,000; all non-represented employees: maximum of $400,000). Dependent coverage is available ($4,000) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through The Standard.

7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional employee-paid term life insurance is available from The Standard at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. This plan is portable.

8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE – This employee-paid group disability plan from Lincoln Financial replaces a selected amount of pre-disability income for work- or non-work-related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - This employee-paid plan from The Standard offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment in addition to that included in Basic Life.

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 pre-tax deductions for dependent care and 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
Emergency Leave (for immediate family death)
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Direct Payroll Deposit
La Petite Discounted child care center 265-1037