Water Maintenance Worker I/Ii (Open Competitive)

Description

Essential Job Functions

• Operates equipment and assists in digging and back filling trenches; assists in the installation, maintenance, service and repair of selected aspects of existing and new water services; flushes water systems; assists in the performance of preventive maintenance on pumps, pump motors and equipment; performs maintenance and repairs on pump buildings and facilities.
• Maintains reservoir facilities and grounds; assists in and collects samples of domestic water as required for laboratory analysis.
• Performs pipe fitting and valve repair work; cuts and replaces concrete and/or asphalt.
• As a crew member, responds to emergency calls for assistance from the public or other agencies; takes appropriate public safety measures and initiates corrective action.
• Operates, maintains and performs minor repairs to equipment, tools and vehicles.

• Assist lead worker in the training and daily work of less experience Water Maintenance Workers.
• Operates equipment, digs and back fills trenches; installs, maintains, services and repairs all aspects of existing and new water services; flushes water systems, performs preventative maintenance on pumps, pump motors and equipment; evaluates pumping operations and makes adjustment as necessary; performs maintenance and repairs on pump building and facilities.
• Adjusts reservoir to ensure adequate supply of domestic water, maintains reservoir facilities and grounds; adjusts chlorinators; chlorinates water; collects samples of domestic water as required for laboratory analysis.
• Performs pipe fitting and valve repair work; cuts and replaces concrete and/or asphalt.
• Responds to emergency calls for assistance from the public or other agencies; takes appropriate public safety measures and initiates corrective action.
• Operates, maintains and performs minor repairs to equipment, tools and vehicles.
  

• Water distribution facilities, general construction and maintenance procedures;
• Operating principles of valves, motors and pumps;
• Equipment capabilities, limitations and safe operating characteristics;
• Traffic laws, ordinances and regulations relating to the operation of assigned equipment;
• OSHA safety standards related to all aspects of assigned tasks.
• City geography and the layout of the water/ wastewater systems.

• Performing semi-skilled and skilled construction and maintenance tasks;
• Installation, repair and maintenance of selected aspects of water/wastewater systems;
• The efficient and safe operation of power tools, equipment and vehicles;
• Reading blueprints;
• Reading meters, gauges and charts;
• Responding to public works emergencies;
• Following written and oral instructions;
• Utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints; and
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.

• Water distribution facilities, general construction and maintenance procedures;
• Operating principles of valves, motors and pumps;
• Equipment capabilities, limitations and safe operating characteristics;
• Traffic laws, ordinances and regulations relating to the operation of assigned equipment;
• OSHA safety standards related to all aspects of assigned tasks;
• Methods of collection and preserving domestic water samples; and
• City geography and the layout of the water systems.

• Installation, repair and maintenance of all aspects of water systems;
• Efficient and safe operation of power tools, equipment and vehicles;
• Reading blueprints;
• Reading meters, pump gauges and charts;
• Responding to public works emergencies;
• Following written and oral instructions;
• Utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints; and
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.

• Regularly exposed to vehicular traffic;
• Regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds;
• Regularly exposed to sounds and smells associated with equipment and materials; and
• Occasionally works in confined spaces, in close proximity to electrical, noise and mechanical hazards.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Water Maintenance Worker I:
Experience:Mechanics, building construction and/or maintenance work, or related trades.
Education: Graduation from high school or GED.
Water Maintenance Worker II:
Experience: Two (2) years experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of water systems and/or similar construction.
Education:Graduation from high school or GED.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Water Maintenance Worker I:

• A valid California driver's license at a level appropriate to the equipment operated and the ability to acquire a valid Class B California driver's license within one year of appointment; and
• California Department of Health Services Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certification within one year of appointment.

• A valid Class B California driver's license; and
• California Department of Health Services Garde II Water Distribution Operator Certification.

Please Note: Candidates deemed most qualified, as reflected in their application materials, will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The prospective candidate must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted by the El Segundo Police Department. The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature, date, surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.

Disaster Service Worker:In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
Probationary Period:
All employees must successfully complete a 12-month probationary period in order to attain permanent status with the City of El Segundo.
The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.