Do not Read/Update/Delete Automation Agency - LMS
Water Services Worker IV
SALARY
$20.70 - $30.01 Hourly
LOCATION
AZ 85258, CA
JOB TYPE
Full-Time Regular
JOB NUMBER
FY1718-00119
DPT
WATER RESOURCES
DIV
WATER SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
OPENING DATE
04/30/2018
CLOSING DATE
Continuous
SALARY
$20.70 - $30.01 Hourly
LOCATION
AZ 85258, CA
JOB TYPE
Full-Time Regular
JOB NUMBER
FY1718-00119
DPT
WATER RESOURCES
DIV
WATER SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
OPENING DATE
04/30/2018
CLOSING DATE
Continuous
Introduction
- The Water Services Worker IV leads a crew that performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water lines in the water distribution system and occasionally sewer lines in the collection system.
**Based on the needs of the City, the minimum qualifications have been modified and the position has been reposted Open Continuous until filled**
Selection Process:
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of this position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include oral board interview and skills assessment. Final selection is contingent upon a background check which includes:
- Fingerprinting
- Criminal background screening
- Motor Vehicle Department records check
- Pre-Employment Drug Screen
Note: The interview process for this position requires a hands-on skills assessment, so all interviews must be in-person.
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time. Minimum Qualifications
- Education and Experience
- High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
- Two years' experience installing, maintaining, and repairing a water distribution system; or, one year of experience in plumbing, construction, construction of other underground utilities, including gas, cable or electrical repair.
- Preferred: Municipal water distribution system experience, and currently classified as a Water Services Worker II (WSW II) with the City.
Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements
The Scottsdale Water Resources Division offers an Operator Certification Incentive Program for those employees who obtain certifications above what is required of their positions. The department recognizes the intrinsic value of operator certifications and the added value to the city of having a workforce that possess them.
- Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted Arizona driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date.
- Must possess or obtain within 6 months of hire or promotion and maintain Grade 2 operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Water Distribution.
- Must possess or obtain within six months of promotion or hire and maintain an Arizona Class "A" Commercial Driver License (CDL) with the Tanker endorsement.
- Must maintain a valid CDL with appropriate endorsements and will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as required by law.
- Completion of a one-time training requirement that includes alcohol misuse training and controlled substance use training, in accordance with FMCSA regulation 49 CFR 382.603, within 60 days of hire.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment. Essential Functions
- Maintains, repairs, replaces and adds to the water distribution and transmission system pipes, valves, hydrants, laterals and various other appurtenances.
- Operates a backhoe or other equipment to excavate damaged water and sewer lines.
- Determines the extent of damage to distribution and sewer lines and recommends proper repair methods.
- Performs water main shutdowns and notifies affected customers when water outages are necessary to perform system work.
- Performs water line repair tapping and valve installation; tests water lines and refills trenches; repairs streets and sidewalks damaged during excavation.
- Operates a high velocity sewer cleaning truck for excavation or line clearing.
- Adjusts manhole cover heights and performs sewer line and lateral repairs.
- Trains, evaluates, and directs employees in daily activities.
- May be expected to 'stand in' during the absence of a Water Services Worker V or Supervisor.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
- Lift and carry or drag heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) both short and long distances.
- Drive a City vehicle or equipment maintaining constant vigilance to the road and surrounding area.
- 10-hour days for 4 days/week are normal.
- May work rotating weekend shifts, holidays, and a call-out schedule.
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or marital status. When advised reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
- Employer
- Do not Read/Update/Delete Automation Agency - LMS
- Phone
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(480) 312-2491
- Website
- http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov
- Address
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9191 E. San Salvador Dr.
Scottsdale, California, A1A 1A1
- Employer
- Do not Read/Update/Delete Automation Agency - LMS
- Phone
- (480) 312-2491
- Website
- http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov
- Address
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9191 E. San Salvador Dr.
Scottsdale, California, A1A 1A1
- Water Services Worker IV Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- Do you possess a valid driver license with no major driving citations in the last 39 months?
- * QUESTION 2
- Do you have experience installing, maintaining and repairing a municipal water distribution system?
- * QUESTION 3
- Are you currently classified as a Water Services Worker II with the City of Scottsdale? NOTE: If you answered yes to this question, you must include this experience in the "Work Experience" section of your application.
- * QUESTION 4
- Do you possess a current Class A Commercial Driver License with Tanker Endorsement? NOTE: If you answered yes to this question, you must include this certification in the "Licenses and Certifications" section of your application.
- * QUESTION 5
- Do you possess a current Grade II operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the disciplines of Water Treatment or Water Distribution? NOTE: If you answered yes to this question, you must include this certification in the "Licenses and Certification" section of your application.
- * QUESTION 6
- Please explain in detail your experience/knowledge in excavation with backhoe equipment, and provide the name of the employer. NOTE: Experience mentioned here must be shown in the "Work Experience" section of the application. If you don't have this experience, write "None."
- * QUESTION 7
- Please explain in detail your experience/knowledge of water transmission/distribution systems, sanitary/storm sewers or other underground utilities, and provide the name of the employer. NOTE: Experience mentioned here must be shown in the "Work Experience" section of the application. If you don't have this experience, write "None."
- * QUESTION 8
- Please explain in detail your experience with reading blueprints or quarter-section maps, and provide the name of the employer. NOTE: Experience mentioned here must be shown in the "Work Experience" section of the application. If you don't have this experience, write "None."
- * QUESTION 9
- Please explain in detail your experience with training, evaluating, and directing employees in day-to-day operational activities, and provide the name of the employer. NOTE: Experience mentioned here must be shown in the "Work Experience" section of the application. If you don't have this experience, write "None."
- * Required Question