Utility Worker - Water Operations

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Utility Worker - Water Operations

Public Works Department

Hiring Pay Range: $20.53 to $25.66

Pay Grade: 106

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Full Pay Range: $20.53 to $30.79

Deadline to Apply: 12/19/2023

Benefits Summary:

Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:

• Paid time off up to 20 days in first year of employment
• 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Free family coverage for select medical and dental plans
• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary:

Performs a variety of manual and semi-skilled activities supporting daily operations and maintenance tasks associated with water and wastewater systems

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Under general supervision of crew leader and/or supervisor, this job class is expected to exercise sound judgment and effective problem-solving independent judgment in the disposition of daily activities.

Essential Duties:

• Provides support in daily operations for both water and wastewater system.
• Performs inspections and preventative maintenance as required using software; inspects hydrants, valves, water infrastructure, tanks, booster stations, and other water system appurtenances; and inspects, maintains, and repairs the sanitary sewer collection system including sewer lines, manholes, and lift stations to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Assists providing maintenance at treatment plant
• Performs basic chemical and biological water sampling and testing
• Locates lines/breaks; taps water main lines; removes/replaces sections of streets, curbs, driveways, and sidewalks; replants/landscapes yards and right -of-ways; and operates a variety of equipment and tools
• Installs new meters; changes out damaged or malfunctioning meters; reads meters; installs new gaskets and ERTs; and follows up on questionable readings by locating and rechecking readings, examining meter, checking connections for leaks or damage, and/or to identify customer leaks
• Performs confined space entries
• Performs and or assists in routine maintenance and repair on a variety of equipment common to Water Operations. (e.g. valves, CCTVs, pumps, motors, pressure regulating stations, wells, water main, hydrants, and meters)
• Operates assigned vehicles such as vac-trucks, CCTVs, and crane trucks; conducts pre-trip inspections; and drives safely to/from sites
• Operates a variety of complex sewer line cleaning equipment, including hydro-cleaners and other related equipment to remove debris from sewer lines and wet wells
• Utilizes hand tools, jack hammers, whackers, digging bars, shovels, and other related tools or equipment as required
• Inspects cleaning equipment, power tools, vehicles, and other large equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Takes necessary steps to assess and report emergency situations and restore normal operating conditions
• Answers inquiries from contractors and/or the general public regarding readings and water service
• Performs customer service calls as assigned
• Provides quality customer service to address citizen complaints or problems; provides requested information; and/or takes the appropriate measure to ensure an expedient resolution of citizen satisfaction
• Checks security of premises to prevent unauthorized persons from entering water facilities
• Follows regulatory and City safety standards including the use of PPE
• Assists with snow removal and yard maintenance
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) year of full time, journey level construction, maintenance, or equipment operations experience; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements:

Possess a valid Arizona Class A (or Class B depending on assignment) commercial driver's licenses (CDL) with tank endorsement or obtain within six (6) months of hire; possess an Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade I Water Distribution (and/or Wastewater Collection System Operator) certification or obtain within one (1) year of hire.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Knowledge of water distribution operation and maintenance principles
• Knowledge of materials, practices and equipment used in water system maintenance and repair activities
• Knowledge of materials, practices, and equipment used in wastewater system operations and maintenance
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions for operating assigned equipment; common hand and power tools; and basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
• Skill in operating and maintaining a variety of specialized equipment used in the maintenance/repair of water systems and used in the operation and maintenance of wastewater systems
• Skill in using computers
• Skill in using personal protective equipment
• Skill in accurately documenting daily work tasks
• Skill in utilizing customer service techniques in responding to requests and complaints
• Skill in communicating
• Skill in utilizing appropriate public relations techniques to resolve customer issues
• Skill in solving problems
• Ability to recognize occupational hazards of work
• Ability to follow safety principles, regulations, and safe work practices
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with City residents and employees
• Ability to exercise sound judgment
• Ability to maintain tools and equipment of trade
• Ability to collect and organize facts and data
• Ability to record field data manually and by using computer programs
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Physical Working Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in the field
• Requires working overtime as needed, including nights, holidays, and weekends; participates in on-call duties in a rotational manner which includes being available 24/7 for a seven-day period, approximately four to five times annually; and performs emergency standby duties on an as-needed basis
• Performs work in hazardous conditions including sewage; potentially infectious wastes, methane, hydrogen sulfide, and other possible toxic gases and substances; rotating equipment; noise; high-medium-low voltage; oxygen deficient and hazardous environments; and in confined spaces and high traffic areas
• Safely performs manual labor for extended periods of time and safely lifts 60 pounds frequently with a maximum of 100 pounds
• Safely operates required equipment and City vehicles as needed
• Clearly sees, with correction if necessary, during day hours, night hours, and in potentially adverse weather conditions
• Clearly, concisely, and effectively communicates in person, over the radio, and by telephone
• Work is performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to my co-workers or others

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

Drug screening

Motor vehicle records check

Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information

201 N. Montezuma St., Suite 207

Prescott, AZ 86303

Email: hr@prescott-az.gov

Website: www.prescott-az.gov

Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-777-1213

In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunities/Americans Disabilities Act reasonable accommodation employer.