Section Engineer (Water Distribution Engineer)
City of Wichita, KS - wichita, KS
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Salary: $76,698.00 - $139,149.00 Annually Location : Water Distribution 1825 S McLean, KS Job Type: Full-time Job Number: SECTION ENG SUPPLY - WD Department: Public Works and Utilities Division: PWU Water Distribution Opening Date: 05/13/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Distinguishing Features of Work This is technical and managerial work supporting the division by providing a broad scope of services related to water distribution and metering operations. This position is responsible for providing technical direction to field staff who install, operate, repair and replace water distribution lines, and metering, as well as assisting with budget monitoring, and productivity and efficiency analysis. Work is directed and reviewed through the establishment of goals and subsequent evaluation of progress toward goal attainment. Workdays and Hours - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (may be required to work outside of the regular hours) Bargaining Unit: Employee Council Examples of Work Performed Manages, plans and directs employees in the installation, operation, repair and replacement of water transmission mains, service lines, valves, meters and fire hydrants. Plans, directs, and manages water distribution and metering system projects. Provides data and operational analyses as needed to support the division. Meets with various consultants and City staff to determine scope of work to be done on major projects. Prepares project budgets and monitors and controls project expenditures. Review daily job reports and technical data covering phases of construction. Reviews work done by contractors and consultants and advises management regarding any issues. Determines most cost-effective means to accomplish project objectives. Coordinates and prioritizes with system planning for water distribution CIP projects. Coordinates and manages CIP project and special projects. Completion of work assignments may 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 Knowledge of the City's practices and procedures related to the use of public funds, its personnel policies, purchasing procedures, accounting methods and budgeting procedures. Working knowledge and principles and practices of civil engineering with emphasis on potable water distribution. Ability to read and interpret construction plans. Knowledge of accepted managerial practices in the public sphere. Skill in research and analysis, writing reports, and preparing cost estimates. Knowledge of electronic spreadsheet development, using basic mathematical and descriptive statistical operations. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other Divisions and Departments, representatives of other organizations, and the public. Ability to traverse uneven terrain, climb steps or ladders, and tolerate airborne environmental nuisances associated with construction sites. Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist. Ability to acquire and maintain a Kansas driver's license. An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Required Experience and Training Required Experience and Training Graduation from a four-year college. Must have a valid driver's license. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship. Preferred Experience and Training Degree in civil engineering or construction management. Two years of supervisory experience preferred. Three years hands on experience in the operation & maintenance of a municipal water distribution system. Prior experience in Commercial Construction or Construction Project Management. Engineering experience in a municipal environment preferred. Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Kansas 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 Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links: 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 The following validates my highest level of education High School/GED Some College Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctorate/JD 02 I have a Bachelor's degree or higher in the following. If you do not have a Bachelor's degree or higher enter N/A 03 I have the following years of experience in project management Less than 1 year experience 1 to 2 years of experience 3 to 4 years of experience +5 years of experience I do not have any experience in project management 04 This position requires strong project management skills. Briefly describe below your most challenging project to-date. What was the project, what was your role, and what was the outcome? Type N/A, if none. 05 I have the following years of supervisory experience 6 months to 1 year of supervisory experience 2 to 3 years of supervisory experience 4 to 5 years of supervisory experience 5 or more years of supervisory experience I do not have supervisory experience 06 I have a valid driver's license. Yes No 07 I have a current Professional Engineer (PE) license. Yes No 08 I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Yes No Required Question
Created: 2024-10-07