Apprentice Instrumentation Jobs in Wichita, KS (NOW HIRING)

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer. Distinguishing Features of Work Open to Production & Pumping Division Employees Only This is skilled, technical work responsible for installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation, control, communication, and/or electrical equipment in a water plant, pump station, wellfield, and/or recharge facility. Specific duties vary according to assigned location(s) and competency level of the employee.

Work is directed and reviewed by a supervisor. Compensation will be based on individual experience and determined at hire based on skills and competencies. The role provides additional opportunities for swift pay progression linked to the development of skills and competencies.

The salary range for this position is $29.90 - $43.93 per hour. WORK LOCATION: Wichita Water Works - 2120 N. Hoover Workdays and Hours: This is a 3rd shift position, Monday PM - Saturday AM, 11:00 pm to 7:30 am All new employees with be trained on 1st shift Monday - Friday 7:30pm - 3:30pm and then assigned a new shift and location based on divisional seniority

The workdays, hours, and work location are all subject to change in the future due to transition to the City's new water treatment plant. Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU) **Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration** **Posting may close at any time ** Examples of Work Performed Installs, maintains, repairs, and adjusts electric motors, switches, wiring, fuses, and transformers. Uses electrical testing devices to diagnose and resolve problems in electrical systems and equipment.

Installs, inspects, analyzes, maintains, and repairs various types of electrical equipment and electronic control systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) components. Calibrates electronic meters and instruments. Perform required quality control and maintenance for on-line instrumentation.

Troubleshoot communications and instrumentation problems. May work near high voltage electrical equipment. Advises in the development of specifications and drawings.

Coordinates and inspects installations and repairs by contractors. Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle. More complex work assignments will be required as employees attain higher levels of competency.

The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive. The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as needed, including but not limited to tasks performed by O&M Specialists, Water Quality Specialists, and Process Control Specialists. Requirements of Work Knowledge of the methods, tools, and materials used in electrical, electronic, and related mechanical repair work.

Knowledge in the use of electrical testing devices. Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions Knowledge of the standard computer keyboard configurations and ability to access, interpret, and record information using a video display terminal and electronic keyboard 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 remove and carry an electric motor or similar equipment weighing up to 75 pounds Ability to push and/or pull a machine or hand truck with 20 pounds resistance while walking May require ability to carry a 20 pound light fixture up a 20 foot extension ladder and install it Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions 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 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 Successful completion of high school.

Two years of experience or training in the maintenance and repair of electrical or electronic systems and equipment. 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 Graduation from electrical or electronic trade school, Associates of Electrical or Electronic Technology, or completion of 3/5 year Electrician Apprentice program. A journeyman electrical certificate. Offers of employment will be made contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which will include 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: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf