City Inspector Jobs in Wichita, KS (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $27.73 - $39.18 Hourly
Location : City of Wichita - City Hall, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: Engineering Tech 2 Design bld
Department: Public Works and Utilities
Division: PWU Engineering
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 8/25/2026 11:59 PM Central
Bargaining Unit: 1000
The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.
Distinguishing Features of Work
Engineering Technician 2 (Design) plays a vital role in shaping Wichita's infrastructure from concept to construction. This position delivers high-impact technical design support for public works projects that directly affect neighborhoods, transportation networks, and utility systems citywide. Working under the direction of a licensed Professional Engineer, the Engineering Technician 2 (Design) performs advanced computer-aided drafting, interprets legal plats and right-of-way documents, and produces accurate engineering drawings that meet City standards. The role bridges engineering theory and field execution by supporting inspections, maintaining construction details, processing as-built plans, and managing technical data and GIS layers. Precision, accountability, and consistency are essential, as this position ensures design accuracy, constructability, and regulatory compliance. The Engineering Technician 2 (Design) is a trusted technical contributor whose work safeguards quality, efficiency, and long-term public value.
Workdays and Hours - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Bargaining Unit: Employee Council
**Posting may close at any time **
Examples of Work Performed

• Perform computer-aided drafting work on engineering and architectural projects in AutoCAD under
• the supervision of a professional engineer. Interpreting plats and legal descriptions to draw
• improvement districts and calculate lot areas with the use of AutoCAD.
• Manage database tracking spreadsheets.
• Maintain various data and GIS layers electronically.
• Perform final inspection of construction work.
• Maintain standard construction details.
• Process as-built plans.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Working knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Working knowledge of City of Wichita standard specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information.
• Skill in making engineering computations, estimates and designs, and in preparing plans and specifications.
• Skill in writing reports and preparing cost estimates.
• Ability to create exhibits and edit geo-databases using ArcMap software and GIS tools.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, 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.

Experience and Training
Required Experience and Training

• Five (5) years of engineering support experience performing civil design-related duties, including computer-aided drafting, plan preparation, interpretation of construction plans, and preparation of construction documentation OR Graduation from an accredited Engineering Technology program with three (3) years of engineering support experience.
• Ability to obtain Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) Certified Inspection Training (CIT) within six (6) months of employment.
• 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

• Six (6) months of supervisory experience.
• Six (6) months experience supporting municipal civil engineering projects.

Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
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.
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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
01
I have Graduation from an accredited Engineering Technology program.

• Yes
• No

02
I have following years of engineering support experience performing civil design-related duties, including computer-aided drafting, plan preparation, interpretation of construction plans, and preparation of construction documentation.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 7+ years of experience
• I do not have any engineering support experience performing civil design-related duties, including computer-aided drafting, plan preparation, interpretation of construction plans, and preparation of construction documentation.

03
I have the following years of supervisory experience.

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months - 1 year of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4+ years of experience
• I do not have any supervisory experience.

04
I have the following years of experience supporting municipal civil engineering projects.

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months - 1 year of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• 6+ years of experience
• I do not have any experience supporting municipal civil engineering projects.

05
Do you currently possess a Certified Inspector Training (CIT) certification from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), or are you able to attain it within six months of hire?

• Yes, I currently possess the CIT certification.
• No, I do not currently possess the CIT certification, but I am willing to attain it within six months of employment.
• No, I do not possess the CIT certification, and I am not willing to attain it within six months of employment.

06
I have a valid driver's license:

• Yes
• No

07
I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No

Required Question