Field Service Worker II - Water Distribution



Job Details

Field Service Worker II - Water Distribution
Employer

City of Denton

Salary

$14.10 - $16.43 Hourly

Location

Denton, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

18-00108

Department

Utilities

Division

Water-Distribution (630200)

Opening Date

03/05/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Job Description

Responsible for the maintenance and construction of water lines throughout the city

Essential Functions

  • Operates light to medium-sized motorized equipment such as dump truck, bobcat, backhoe, mowing tractors, front-end loader and combo flushing truck in the performance of construction maintenance or repair of water and wastewater lines
  • Performs manual and semi-skilled tasks incidental to equipment operation such as locating and repairing water or sewer lines, laying new water or sewer lines, mowing and maintenance of utility easements
  • Inspects and checks operation of equipment before and after use and reports problems to supervisor; performs minor equipment maintenance activities
  • Performs various skilled duties using hand tools such as a pick and shovel to locate underground water and sewer lines
  • Operates power tools such as target saw to cut pipe and hydraulic jack hammer to break up concrete
  • Performs duties in a confined space such as manholes, trenches and valve vaults
  • Responsible for on-call after hours emergencies for water main breaks and leaks, investigation of customer complaints, etc. on a rotating basis

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • One year of experience in water utilities field operations
Core Competencies:
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
  • Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance
  • Ability to read and understand reference books and complicated procedures such as utility plans and equipment operation manuals

Conditions of Employment

  • Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 30 days of hire per state law)
  • Must have a valid Class "A" CDL or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment. 
  • Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security verification number
  • Must possess or be able to obtain a Class D Water Certification within 1 year of employment
  • Must pass a physical examination
  • Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm
  • Work schedule consists of five (5) 8-hour days
  • Must be able to work on-call shifts and overtime as needed
Preferences: 
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Prior one year of experience in water distribution or related field

01
Which best describes your highest completed level of education?
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Some College
  • Technical Certification
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • None of the above
02
How many years experience in water utilities field operations do you have?
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 3 years
  • 3 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
03
Do you possess a current, valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?
  • Yes, I possess a current, valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License
  • No, but have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment
  • No, and don't have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment
04
Do you currently have a current, valid Class D Water Certification?
  • Yes, I have a current, valid Class D Water Certification
  • No, but have the ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment
  • No, and do not have the ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment
05
Check the box(es) next to the construction equipment you have operated:
  • Backhoe
  • Trackhoe
  • Bulldozer
  • Skidsteer Loader
  • Gradall
  • Asphalt Roller
  • Self-Loading Scraper
  • Compactor
  • Rubber Tire Loader
  • Track Loader
  • Distributor Truck
  • Haul Truck
  • Street Sweeper Truck
  • Tractor/End Dump
  • 12 or 14 Yard Dump Truck
  • Pothole Patch Truck
  • Crack Sealing Machine
  • Water Truck
  • Mixer Recycler
  • Batwing Mower
  • Self Propelled Kick Broom
  • Side Boom Mower
  • None
06
For each piece of equipment indicate:
Number of years of experience
Organization's name where you operated the equipment
Your mastery (1-10) of the equipment, 10 being the highest:
07
Are you bilingual in Spanish and English?
  • Yes
  • No
08
If you answered "Yes" in the previous question check the boxes next to the areas in which you are fluent in Spanish:
  • Not Fluent in Spanish
  • Read
  • Write
  • Speak

* Required Question

Employer
City of Denton
Address
601 E. Hickory Street
Suite A
Denton, Texas, 76205
Phone
(940) 349-8340

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