Electrical Technician - Sewer Treatment

Distinguishing Features of Work

This is skilled, technical work responsible for installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation, control, communication, and/or electrical equipment in wastewater plants, lift stations, force mains, and/or wastewater effluent reuse facilities. Specific duties vary according to assigned location(s) and the skill level of the employee.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of experience or formal training in the maintenance and repair of electrical or electronic systems and equipment.
• A valid driver's license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an electrical or electronic trade school.
• Completion of a three (3) to five (5) year Electrician Apprentice program.
• Journeyman Electrician certificate.

Skills

• Knowledge of the methods, tools, and materials used in electrical, electronic, and related mechanical repair work.
• Knowledge in the use of electrical testing devices and considerable knowledge of National Electronic Code.
• Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Ability to legibly maintain written and electronic records.
• Ability to use the tools and apparatus common to the electrical trade area.
• Ability to bend, twist, turn, pull, and stretch on a daily basis as required to perform electrical repair work, possibly in confined areas such as a closet.
• Ability to carry, set up, and climb a 20-foot extension ladder on a daily basis.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and/or work from lifts at heights up to 45 feet.
• Ability to work in permitted and unpermitted confined spaces.
• Ability to remove and carry an electric motor or similar equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and/or pull a machine or hand truck with 20 pounds resistance while walking.
• Tolerance for exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with open grounds, exposure to chemicals and fluids used in water or wastewater treatment and in building/equipment maintenance, exposure to adverse weather conditions, equipment and machinery noise (with the use of earplugs).
• Ability to drive at night.
• Ability to be available for after-hour emergencies including on-call duties.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and the public.
• Ability to orally communicate clearly and effectively.

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 plans 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.
• Lifetime 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.