General Maintenance Supervisor I (Water Distribution Project Manager)

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation

Holidays

Retirement plans

Job summary

City of Wichita seeks a General Maintenance Supervisor I to lead modernization efforts of Wichita’s water distribution infrastructure. You will oversee capital projects, coordinate with engineers, contractors, and city teams, and ensure scope, budget, and schedules are met to deliver safe, dependable water services.

The role requires a four-year degree and two years of professional project management experience in water systems; a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus two (2) years of professional project management experience involving construction, rehabilitation, maintenance, or capital improvements for a water distribution system, water treatment plant, pump station, or municipal utility facility, supervising employees, contractors, or project team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned project activities from planning through completion within scope and direction.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants, construction contractors, and City teams on scope, budgets, schedules, design, quality and construction.
• Plan, track and schedule project timelines using appropriate management tools; review progress reports and invoices for accuracy.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Budgeting

Leadership

Reading manuals

Education

Bachelor's degree

Civil/Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Distinguishing Features of Work

Lead projects that strengthen and modernize Wichita’s critical water distribution infrastructure. The General Maintenance Supervisor I serves as a project management leader within the Water Distribution Division, overseeing capital improvement projects, special projects, and system planning initiatives from planning through completion. This position coordinates with engineering consultants, construction contractors, subcontractors, and City teams to manage project scope, budgets, schedules, design, quality, and construction activities. The role combines water distribution expertise, construction management, project planning, contract coordination, and problem solving to deliver reliable infrastructure and efficient use of public resources. Working with considerable independence, the General Maintenance Supervisor I helps transform long-term water system needs into completed projects that support safe, dependable potable water service for Wichita residents, businesses, and the community.

Workdays and Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Bargaining Unit

Employee Council

Anticipated starting salary: $55,980 - $77,760 (based on experience and qualifications)

• Posting may close at any time **

Examples of Work Performed

• Manage assigned project activities, including special studies, program reviews, and construction projects from beginning to end within the established project scope and direction.
• Assist in defining project scope, goals and deliverables that support Departmental goals in collaboration with senior management and project stakeholders.
• Coordinates with System Planning for water distribution CIP projects.
• Coordinates and manages assigned CIP projects and special projects.
• Monitor project scope and budgets throughout the project duration.
• Prioritize and coordinate staff and contractor schedules to complete multiple project tasks.
• Document and communicate out of scope work with the contractor and execute any necessary amendment s.
• Plan, track and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate management tools.
• Review progress reports and invoice documents to ensure accuracy and applicability to the project scope and recommend approval or correction as appropriate.
• The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Thorough knowledge of the functions of water distribution systems.
• Working knowledge and principles and practices of civil engineering with emphasis on potable water distribution.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
• Project Management experience that includes managing diverse workgroups while evaluating the feasibility of a variety of technical concepts.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and plan sheets.
• Ability to traverse uneven terrain, climb steps or ladders, and tolerate airborne environmental nuisances associated with construction sites.
• 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 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

Experience and Training

Required Experience And Training

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus two (2) years of professional project management experience involving construction, rehabilitation, maintenance, or capital improvements for a water distribution system, water treatment plant, pump station, or municipal utility facility, supervising employees, contractors, or project team members.
• 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

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or mechanical engineering.

Please note that this position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.

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:

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

CITY OF WICHITA

Full-time Employee Benefits

• 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.
• HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT – Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 currently employed in the Public Works & Utilities Department.

• Yes
• No

02

The following validates my highest level of education.

• Some High School
• High School/GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/JD

03

I have a bachelor's degree or higher in the following

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• My bachelor's degree or higher is not in any of the above fields.
• I do not have a Bachelor's degree or higher.

04

I have following years of professional project management experience involving construction, rehabilitation, maintenance, or capital improvements for a water distribution system, water treatment plant, pump station, or municipal utility facility, supervising employees, contractors, or project team members.

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months - 1 year of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4 + years of experience
• I do not have any professional project management experience involving construction, rehabilitation, maintenance, or capital improvements for a water distribution system, water treatment plant, pump station, or municipal utility facility, supervising employees, contractors, or project team members.

05

I have a valid driver's license.

• Yes
• No

06

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question