Maintenance Worker (F) - 617 - Buildings

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Wichita is seeking a semiskilled maintenance worker to assist in the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and equipment. The role emphasizes general mechanical ability over specialized trade skills and includes supervision during work and upon completion.

Applicants should have six months of semiskilled maintenance experience and a valid Kansas driver’s license. Pre-employment checks, including drug screening and records review, are required.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of maintenance methods and safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Perform semiskilled building maintenance tasks, including minor repairs to chairs, flooring, windows, and sash cords.
• Carry out building and equipment maintenance duties such as rough carpentry, plumbing, plastering, cement work, painting, and minor electrical repairs.
• Make boxes, forms, frames, and perform other semiskilled carpentry tasks.
• Possibly perform routine custodial duties and grounds maintenance tasks (mowing, edging, irrigation).
• Operate a vehicle to complete work assignments.

Skills

General maintenance ability

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Distinguishing Features of Work

This is semiskilled work in the maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, and equipment. These employees perform independent, semiskilled maintenance tasks or assist skilled workers in the performance of difficult maintenance work. The primary emphasis of the job is on the performance of a variety of tasks which require general mechanical ability rather than a high degree of skill in any particular trade. Work is supervised and inspected while in process and upon completion by a supervisor.

Workdays and Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Bargaining Unit

Service Employee's International (SEIU)

Examples of Work Performed

• Employees within the department of division shall be given first consideration**
• Posting may close at any time ** Examples of Work Performed
• Performs semiskilled building maintenance tasks, such as making minor repairs to chairs, flooring, windows, and sash cords.
• Performs building and equipment maintenance duties including rough carpentry and plumbing work, plastering and cement work, painting and minor electrical repair work.
• Makes boxes, forms, and frames, and performs other semiskilled carpentry tasks.
• May perform some routine custodial duties and/or grounds maintenance tasks, such as operating power mowers, edgers, irrigation equipment, and related devices.
• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.
• The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive. The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Working knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and materials used in maintenance work.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to maintenance work.
• Ability to interpret and work from rough sketches and penciled layouts.
• Ability to use hand tools, portable power tools, and equipment needed in building maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders; to bend, twist, and reach as necessary to repair equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry bulky items, weighing up to 80 pounds (ability to carry heavier loads with the assistance of another person); load repair equipment and materials onto a hand truck and move where needed.
• Ability to shovel snow, sand, gravel, asphalt, to or from dump truck bed.
• Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist.
• Ability to tolerate minor exposure to chemicals used in building maintenance and repair; airborne environmental nuisances associated with machine exhaust and open grounds; and machinery noise (with the use of ear plugs).
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other Departments, and representatives of other organizations.
• 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

• Six (6) months of experience performing semiskilled building, mechanical, construction or grounds maintenance tasks.
• A valid Kansas Driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Six (6) months experience in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, drywall, painting and buildings/grounds work.

Offers of employment will be made contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which will include drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a police records check.

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

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/fmlang.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

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