Maintenance Worker (K) – 617 – Water Distribution

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## Distinguishing Features of Work

This is work in the maintenance and replacement of residential water
meters and associated electronic transmittal devices. These employees
perform semiskilled maintenance tasks or assist skilled workers in the
performance of 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 7:30am-4:00pm

Bargaining Unit: Service Employees International (SEIU)

Employees within the department or division shall be given first
consideration

## Examples of Work Performed

– Compares manual and electronic meter readings
– Inspects water meters and electronic reading devices, makes notes of
leaks or repairs which require attention, and make minor repairs in
the field
– Replaces residential water meters and electronic transmittal
devices.
– Use electronic device such as a tablet to retrieve and input
information.
– Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a
vehicle.
– These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related
duties may be assigned as needed.

## Requirements of Work

– Ability to learn, within a reasonable period of time, the procedures
for reading water meters and the locations of streets in the city
– Ability to accurately retrieve and record information in an
electronic device
– Ability to deal with customers in a tactful and courteous manner
– Ability to read and interpret maps of the city and/or water utility
systems
– Working knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and materials
used in maintenance work and of related occupational hazards and
safety precautions.
– Ability to use hand tools, portable power tools, and equipment
needed in maintenance and repair work.
– Ability to replace a residential meter.
– Ability to work while on hands and knees.
– Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather and tolerate the
occasional threat of unfriendly pets/animals in the community.
– Ability to work in confined spaces, such as vaults, while wearing
the appropriate safety equipment.
– Ability to push/pull up to 70 pounds of force.
– Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to 60 pounds
– Ability to walk up to five miles, occasionally over rough or uneven
terrain, over a period up to6 hours daily, stopping, squatting, and
straightening as needed to read meters, record information, and
continue walking
– Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with
associates, representatives of outside agencies, and the public
– Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in
writing
– Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Drivers License

## Required Experience and Training

Required Experience and Training

– A valid Kansas Drivers License.
– Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the
need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

– 6 months of experience with meter or water distribution system
maintenance

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment
physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory
evaluation of a criminal record check.

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