Maintenance Specialist (C) - 619 - Buildings

Salary: $19.75 - $27.91 Hourly
Location : City of Wichita - City Hall, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: MTCE SPECIALIST 2nd shift Bldg
Department: Public Works and Utilities
Division: PWU Buildings
Opening Date: 03/17/2026
Bargaining Unit: 2000


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

Distinguishing Features of Work
This is repair and maintenance work that is specialized and narrow in scope. Work involves maintenance, repair and/or rebuild of a narrow range of similar types of equipment or structure and will require constant monitoring of building control systems for a number of city-owned buildings. General direction is given for routine tasks. A supervisor is consulted for special instructions when changes are made in established procedures, for emergency situations, and/or for new or unusually difficult situations.
Workdays and Hours - Sunday-Thursday, 4:00pm-12:30am
Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)
**Employees within the department of division shall be given first consideration**
****Posting may close at any time.****
Examples of Work Performed

• May operate building controls by computer, and document records.
  
• May perform some routine building and equipment maintenance duties, including rough carpentry and plumbing work, plastering and cement work, painting and minor electrical repair work.
  
• May perform some routine custodial duties and/or grounds maintenance tasks,
  
• May perform processes of lighting the Keeper of the Plains fire effects, and service of the misting and water flow features.
  
• May work outside in weather-related situations, such as snow & ice removal.
  
• May respond to emergency calls to secure city owned property.
  
• May perform scheduled test run on generators, fire pumps and emergency P.A. system.
  
• May operate complex commercial building systems involving Boilers, Chillers, Cooling towers, and associated heavy mechanical equipment.
  
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
  
• Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Knowledge of and ability to operate a computerized building operation system
  
• Knowledge of all tools and equipment used in the trade and the ability to use these tools to perform repair.
  
• Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
  
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information contained in technical manuals and blueprints
  
• Ability to interpret and work from rough sketches and penciled layouts
  
• Ability to use hand tools, portable power tools, and equipment needed in commercial building maintenance and repair work
  
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders; to bend, twist, and reach as necessary to repair equipment
  
• Ability to lift and carry bulky items, weighing up to 80 pounds
  
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather for extended periods
  
• Ability to tolerate minor exposure to chemicals used in building maintenance and repair; airborne environmental nuisances associated with machine exhaust and open grounds; and machinery noise (with the use of ear plugs)
  
• Ability to perform continuous manual and physical labor
  
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other Departments
  
• 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.

Experience and Training
Required Experience and Training

• Two years of experience performing mechanical work related to commercial building maintenance.
• Must have a valid Kansas driver's license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• One year of experience operating a computerized building automation or control system used to monitor and manage commercial building operations (e.g., HVAC, lighting, energy use).

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. May also be required to pass a KBI background investigation.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.

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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 have the following years of experience performing mechanical work related to commercial building maintenance:

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months - 1 year experience
• 2 -3 years' experience
• 4+ years' experience
• I do not have experience performing mechanical work related to commercial building maintenance.

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I have following years of experience operating a computerized building automation or control system used to monitor and manage commercial building operations (e.g., HVAC, lighting, energy use).

• less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 + years of experience
• I do not have any experience operating a computerized building automation or control system used to monitor and manage commercial building operations (e.g., HVAC, lighting, energy use).

03


Please describe your experience and proficiency in working with building control systems (e.g., HVAC, lighting, access control) for the position of Maintenance Specialist with the City of Wichita. If none, type N/A
04


I have a valid driver's license.

• Yes
• No

05


I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No

Required Question