Engineering Technician Lead

City of Kansas City, MO; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in municipal services is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Water Department. This role involves utilizing GIS maps for essential repairs and replacements, managing work orders, and coordinating with contractors and consumers to ensure efficient water distribution. The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility and critical thinking, adapting to various situations while engaging in physically demanding tasks. Join a team committed to maintaining the integrity of the water supply and making a meaningful impact in the community. If you have a passion for public service and technical expertise, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in engineering drawing, mapping, and GIS.
• Valid state-issued driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes GIS maps for repairs and replacement of water assets.
• Coordinates with contractors and consumers for water outages.
• Engages in physically demanding tasks while solving problems.

Skills

GIS Mapping

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

High School Graduation

Tools

Hansen

Metal Detectors

CADD

Job description

Position available with the Water Department, Pipeline Division located at 2409 E. 18th St.

Salary Range: $23.98-$36.60/hour

Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 7AM-3:30PM

Application Deadline Date: May 27, 2025

Responsibilities

• Utilizes GIS Maps for repairs/replacement, valves and fire hydrants needed for water main shuts.
• Accesses detailed information in GIS maps through the Layers List.
• Accesses and manages work order information through Hansen.
• Creates and assigns work orders to contracts.
• Updates information and closes work orders.
• Uses metal detectors to locate Water assets, operating valves and fire hydrants.
• Utilizes knowledge of WSD acceptable materials and types of restraint used for repairs and maintenance of water distribution system.
• Assists contractors with water main shuts.
• Coordinates shut times with our consumers.
• Notifies residential and businesses for water outages.
• Coordinates with Water Supply-SCADA for any transmission main repairs.
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to changing situations, works beyond the scheduled shift, off hours, inclement weather and is available for on-call duties as needed.
• Engages in physically demanding tasks while using critical thinking to identify solutions to problems.
• Displays initiative and drive to complete tasks efficiently and independently.
• Utilizes general knowledge of Water Distribution system, the numerous types of existing water assets in service and the appropriate repairs in accordance with KC Water Services Department S.O.I.

Qualifications

REQUIRES high school graduation and 5 years of related and increasingly responsible experience in engineering drawing, mapping, automated mapping, GIS and equipment, CADD, engineering, land survey, construction inspection and related fields; OR high school graduation and 2 years of experience at the level of Engineering Technician and possession of either the Level II Engineering Technology Certification in any Civil, Electrical or Mechanical discipline as issued by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET); the Land Surveyor in Training as issued by the Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Professional Landscape Architects; OR the Class B Wastewater Collections System Certification from the Missouri Water Environmental Association; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience. Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license in accordance with City of KCMO policies. If moving from a non-safety-sensitive position, must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical as prescribed by the City. Preference given to applicants with two years of underground water utility construction experience, experience in the operation of municipal water distribution systems' and/or possession of an MDNR DS II or III license.