Irrigation Tech Aide

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 19,286,400 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Wichita is seeking an irrigation maintenance worker to perform irrigation repairs, install components, stock supplies, and assist with grounds keeping. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with SEIU bargaining unit.

Duties include testing irrigation systems, installing nozzles, valves, drains and backflow devices; lifting up to 150 lbs with assistance; and may supervise seasonal staff. A valid driver's license is required, and within six months you must obtain a Class A CDL

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as a skilled worker in irrigation repair work.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial driver's license within six months of hire.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct irrigation systems testing.
• Install irrigation nozzles, valves, drains and pipe; make repairs to irrigation systems.
• Remove snow from walks.
• May oversee seasonal employees in the absence of the supervisor.
• Test, install and repair backflow prevention devices.

Skills

Irrigation system knowledge

Tool operation

Safety awareness

Manual labor ability

Driving license

Job description

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

Distinguishing Features of Work

This is irrigation work assisting in conducting general irrigation repairs, installation of irrigation equipment, stocking supplies in work truck and some grounds keeping duties.

The days and hours for this position: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)

• Employees within the department of division shall be given first consideration** Examples of Work Performed
• Conducting irrigation systems testing
• Install irrigation nozzles, valves, drains and pipe. Make repairs to irrigation systems
• Removes snow from walks
• May oversee seasonal employees in the absence of the supervisor
• Test, installs, and repairs backflow prevention devices
• Assist with prescribed burns
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other related duties may be assigned as needed

Requirements of Work

• Some knowledge of the standard tools, equipment materials, methods and practices used in irrigation and grounds maintenance work
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the work
• Working knowledge of the irrigation systems and irrigation controllers
• Skills in the use of standard hand and power equipment used to perform irrigation tasks
• Ability to push and/or pull and operate standard irrigation equipment over rough terrain
• Ability to lift and carry up to 150 lbs. with the assistance of another person
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
• Be able to secure a Class "A" CDL driver's license within six (6) months of hire. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
• Be able to secure a City of Wichita Backflow Prevention Installer/Tester Technicians Certificate within six (6) months of hire

Experience and Training

Required Experience And Training

• Six months of experience as a skilled worker in irrigation repair work.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial driver's license is required within six (6) months of hire. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience And Training

• A valid Class A Commercial driver's license.

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.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre=employment physical, which includes drug screening, and 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/fm?
• 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 have the following years of experience as a skilled worker in irrigation repair work.

• 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 experience skilled worker in irrigation repair work.

02

This position requires a Class A CDL license. Please identify your current status with a Class A CDL license.

• I currently have an active Class A CDL license.
• I do not have a current Class A CDL license, I am willing and able to obtain this license within 6 months of employment.
• I have a Class B CDL and I am willing and able to obtain Class A CDL within 6 months of employment.
• I am not willing or able to obtain a Class A CDL license.

03

This position requires a CDL. If you are Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to obtain a CDL from your home country to meet this requirement in addition to having valid employment authorization.

• I am a Canadian or Mexican citizen I have or can obtain a CDL from my home country to meet this requirement.
• I am a Canadian or Mexican citizen I do not or cannot obtain a CDL from my home country to meet this requirement.
• I am not a Canadian or Mexican citizen.

04

I have a valid driver's license.

• Yes
• No

05

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

• Yes
• No
• Required Question