Salary: $63,000.00 - $92,472.00 Annually
Location : KS, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: ENGINEER B - Const Div NJD
Department: Public Works and Utilities
Division: PWU Engineering
Opening Date: 04/29/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Distinguishing Features of Work The Department of Public Works and Utilities Engineering Division oversees more than $100 million annually in public improvement projects. Engineers are employed in three different divisions:
Construction - Engineers in the Construction Division are responsible for ensuring all projects are built according to City specifications and in a timely manner. Field engineers make independent decisions as issues arise, track progress on projects, and provide direction as needed.
Design - Engineers in the Design Division review plans submitted to the City by private consulting firms to ensure compliance with City specifications. Design engineers also perform cost estimates, consultant selection, work with utilities, and many other project management functions.
Traffic - Engineers in the Traffic Division handle issues such as traffic signal timing, setting speed limits, analyzing requests for stop signs and crosswalks, traffic counts, and more. These engineers also review plans for reconstructing intersections and new traffic signals.
This Construction Division position is entry-level work in civil engineering which requires the application of professional skill and knowledge to solve difficult problems. Work involves coordinating contracted public infrastructure projects, which generally includes supervision of project inspectors and managing project budgets. Projects generally include construction of sanitary sewers, water mains, storm sewers, site grading, street pavement, and sidewalk. Work is directed and reviewed through the establishment of goals and subsequent evaluation progress toward goal attainments. Reports directly to a Professional Engineer.
We are looking for highly motivated individuals who want to build their career in Civil Engineering.
The days and hours for this position: Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm
Bargaining Unit: Employees Council**Posting may close at anytime** Examples of Work Performed - Supervises technical and non-technical employees on public infrastructure projects.
- Ensures conformity of construction work with plans, specifications, standards, and policies and assists in resolving construction problems.
- Monitors project budgets and schedules through completion of construction.
- Conducts preconstruction conferences.
- Conducts site reviews of the progress of construction projects.
- Approves partial payments, change orders, and final payments for projects.
- Resolves problems with contractors, citizens, and inspectors.
- Completion of work assignments will require operation of a vehicle.
- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work - Knowledge of modern principles and practices of professional civil or mechanical engineering
- Knowledge of techniques applied to the construction and maintenance of public improvement projects.
- Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
- Ability to use a computer to access, interpret, and record information.
- Ability to traverse uneven terrain, ascend and descend steps or a ladder, and tolerate airborne environmental nuisances associated with construction sites.
- Ability to lean and reach as needed to read and interpret plans and specifications from a print that may be as large as 36 by 48 inches with information printed as small as twenty characters per inch.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, and the public.
- 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.
Required Experience and TrainingRequired Experience and Training- A bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering or the candidate will complete a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
- Degree must be from an ABET accredited university.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Candidate must demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and Training- Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited university with a civil discipline.
- Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam or registration as Intern Engineer (IE) preferred.
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 records check.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:
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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(ENG Const) I have a Bachelor's degree or higher in the following
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Traffic Engineering
- Other Engineering
- Engineering Technology(Civil, Mechanical or other)
- My bachelors degree or higher is not in Engineering
- I do not have a Bachelor's degree or higher.
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I will complete my bachelor's degree within the next:
- 3 months
- 4-6 months
- 7 months-1 year
- +1 year
- I have a bachelor's degree or higher.
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Describe the most rewarding project that you have been involved with. The explanation should include a brief description of the project, your involvement in the project, and why it is was the most rewarding.
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Do you have a valid driver's license.
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I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Required Question