Job Details
Salary: $19.28 - $27.25 Hourly
Location : 1245 S. McLean Blvd, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: MTCE Mechanic O Park/Rec Const
Department: Cultural Arts, Parks and Recreation
Division: PARK Forestry and Maintenance
Opening Date: 05/22/2024
Closing Date: 6/23/2024 11:59 PM Central
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is work that may include some supervisory duties. Employees perform a variety of mechanical and building trade tasks. Although performance of skilled work is required in many of the repairs made, skills required in any one type of trade are usually less than would be required of a journeyman in that field. Work differs between positions, but in most cases primary emphasis is upon mechanical ability and skills as applied to the department's maintenance activities. Work is performed independently, but frequently is inspected upon completion.
Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm
Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)
**Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration**
Examples of Work Performed
- Inspects machinery and playground equipment to locate need for repair work.
- Lubricates machinery and playground equipment.
- Performs safety audits on playground equipment and playground systems.
- Repairs various types of small stationary or portable mechanical equipment.
- Repairs and/or fabricates parts needed for proper equipment operation.
- Maintains inventory of routinely used maintenance and repair materials.
- May operate light equipment such as loaders or fork?lifts.
- May supervise helpers or relieve a supervisor of a crew.
- Prepares documentation of safety audits and inspections.
- Completion of work assignments requires operation of a vehicle.
- These examples are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work - Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in playground repairs and operation
- Working knowledge of playground construction and building equipment operation
- Knowledge of work hazards and ability to take necessary safety precautions in compliance with CPSC and ASTM guidelines
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and field drawings
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders
- Ability to work in equipment pits
- Ability to bend, twist and reach as necessary to repair equipment
- Ability to tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with machine exhaust and open grounds, and heavy machinery noise (with the use of ear plugs)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds
- Ability to exert up to 100 lbs. of pressure using tolls
- Ability to weld to repair and fabricate parts
- Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to acquire and maintain status as a Certified Playground Safety Inspector
- Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement
- An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Experience and Training - Four years of experience as a skilled worker in building and mechanical repair work, or applicable documented playground training, including welding training and/or experience required.
- National Recreation and Park Association certificated as a Playground Safety Institute certification (CPSI) is preferred at hire but required within 6 months of hire.
- Two years of supervisory experience required four years preferred.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- 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.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
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CITY OF WICHITA
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. 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.
2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6.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.
7.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.
8. 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.
9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
10.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.
11.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.
12. 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.
13.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
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I am a current City of Wichita employee.
02
I have the following years of experience as a skilled worker in building and mechanical repair work...
- 1 to 3 years' experience
- 4 to 7 years' experience
- 8+ years' experience
- I do not have experience as a skilled worker in building and mechanical repair work.
03
I have the Playground Safety Inspector certification (CPSI) from the National Recreation and Park Association
- I have the Playground Safety Inspector certification (CPSI) from the National Recreation and Park Association
- I do not have the Playground Safety Inspector certification (CPSI) from the National Recreation and Park Association, but I am willing to obtain within 6 months of hire
- I am not willing to obtain the Playground Safety Inspector certification (CPSI) from the National Recreation and Park Association
04
I have the following years of supervisory experience
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 5 or more
- no experience
05
I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
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