Water Utility Planning Tech I — GIS/Field

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Long-term disability

Retirement plans

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

City of Wichita is seeking an Engineering Technician I – Utility System Planning, Water Resources to support planning, GIS mapping, and coordination of the water utility system. You will work alongside engineers, developers, contractors, and utility professionals to ensure reliable service for residents and businesses.

The role requires strong civil engineering knowledge, GIS proficiency, and the ability to prepare plans, estimates, and reports.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of subprofessional engineering experience or an Associate degree with two years of subprofessional engineering experience.
• Valid Kansas Driver’s License.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform computations and calculations for plan preparation and cost estimation.
• Review plats and lot splits for easements and main benefit fee requirements.
• Advise Subdivision Committee as needed.
• Quote tap/connection fees and collect payments from customers.
• Handle phone requests for utility information and services.
• Conduct field inspections including hydrant flow/pressure tests and site visits.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

GIS mapping

Engineering computations

Reading construction plans

Communication

Field inspections

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related

Tools

ArcMap

GIS tools

Asset management software

Job description

City of Wichita is seeking an Engineering Technician I – Utility System Planning, Water Resources to support planning, GIS mapping, and coordination of the water utility system. You will work alongside engineers, developers, contractors, and utility professionals to ensure reliable service for residents and businesses.

The role requires strong civil engineering knowledge, GIS proficiency, and the ability to prepare plans, estimates, and reports.