Maintenance Mechanic (B) - Sewer Treatment

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

**Distinguishing Features of Work\

**Are you a hands-on problem solver with a knack for mechanical systems?

The City of Wichita is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic to

join the Sewer Treatment team. In this role, you\'ll play a vital part

in ensuring the functionality and safety of critical sewer treatment

facilities. Youll handle a variety of mechanical and building trade

tasks, from maintaining and repairing essential systems like pumps,

piping, and fluid distribution networks to troubleshooting equipment to

keep operations running smoothly. While advanced mechanical skills are

essential, the expertise required does not extend to journeyman level in

any one trade. This independent, impactful role is ideal for those who

thrive in a technically focused, high-stakes environment, working

directly to support the communitys infrastructure.

**\*\*Employees within the department or division shall be given first

consideration\*\***

**\*\*Posting can come down at any time\*\***

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**Examples of Work Performed**

- Inspects buildings, machinery and equipment to locate need for

repair work.

- Lubricates machinery and equipment.

- Maintains, repairs, and rebuilds pumps and related fluid

distribution equipment.

- Performs minor electrical repairs.

- Repairs various types of small stationary or portable mechanical

equipment.

- May operate light equipment such as skid loaders, forklifts and

mowing equipment.

- Supervises assigned lower-level maintenance employees.

- 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

mechanical and electromechanical fluid distribution systems

- Working knowledge of building construction and building equipment

operation

- Knowledge of work hazards and ability to take necessary safety

precautions

- Ability to read and interpret technical repair manuals

- Ability to climb stairs and ladders; work in equipment pits; and

bend, twist, and reach as necessary to repair equipment

- Ability to tolerate exposure to chemicals and fluids commonly used

in building and equipment maintenance and repair; chemicals commonly

found in processing water or sewage; 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 50 pounds

- Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of pressure using tools that

tighten, loosen, or cut

- Ability to operate a torch and other shop equipment for welding and

other repairs to equipment

- Ability to accomplish minor fabrication with metal or lumber

- Ability to use a computer for Preventive Maintenance documentation

and records

- Ability to wear required safety gear to perform mechanic duties

- Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist

- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with

associates

- Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others

- 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.

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 upon satisfactory

evalua ion of the results of a criminal record check.

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