What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Utility Maintenance Worker II position at ApacheJunction.com?
Salary : $21.64 - $31.33 Hourly
Location : Apache Junction Water District, AZ
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 202400101
Department : WATER DISTRICT
Division : Operations
Opening Date : 11 / 21 / 2024
Closing Date : 1 / 16 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Arizona
Description
Anticipated Hiring Range : $21.64 - $22.73 / hour)
Positions assigned to this class perform semi-skilled and skilled installation, maintenance, inspection and repair work on a water distribution system. Performs construction, maintenance and repair duties in the Water District. Provides hydrant maintenance, replacement and repair, water main repair and replacement, flow testing, well maintenance and installation of new services. Performs meter reading and recording customer billing. Investigates unusual amounts of water usage for leaks, malfunctioning equipment and improper / illegal use. Assist in facilitating meetings and assist with training. May be assigned to the Water Plant.
Essential Duties
The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essentials duties may not change, specific work tasks may vary over time depending on the City's needs.
- Read meters; performs meter change outs; turn water services off and on; replace damaged meter curbs, clean meter boxes, perform well, tank and pump maintenance.
- Respond to customer service inquiries related to water quality and high usage; take water samples; investigate for water leaks; recommend corrective actions.
- Complete flow tests, water sampling and hydrant flushing.
- Clean up debris from water line areas; manage plant growth in and near service lines, wells and hydrants; inspect and clear obstructions as needed; perform work in emergency situations.
- Operate equipment such as pick-up trucks and power tools, hand tools or other equipment necessary; clean and maintain equipment.
- Utilize proper safety precautions; install barricades and cones prior to the performance of repair activities; assist in directing and controlling traffic around work sites; adhere to safety requirements for open trench work and digging near power lines.
- Advise, counsel and motivate Water Utility Maintenance Workers to meet goals.
- Assist with valve maintenance program with the use of GPS coordinates for the Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping.
- Assist senior personnel in installing, maintaining, repairing and replacing water mains, service lines and hydrants with hydrant replacement and repair, water main repair and replacement, flow testing, well maintenance and installation of new services.
- Assists in training Water Utility Maintenance Workers.
- Assist senior personnel in installing, maintaining, repairing and replacing water mains, service lines and hydrants with hydrant replacement and repair, water main repair and replacement, flow testing, well maintenance and installation of new services.
- May perform variety of tasks related to, water plant, inventory, computer work, construction, maintenance and repair duties in the Water District.
- Support the Water District's policies, goals and objectives and work with management and other staff to ethically achieve such goals and objectives; ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Must possess a high school diploma or GED, and one (1) year paid fulltime experience in a water distribution or treatment operation.
Prior to appointment, must possess :
Supplemental Information
Knowledge
Skills
Pre-employment Requirements
Candidates who are selected for appointment may be required to be fingerprinted, if 18 or older; successfully complete a background investigation, employment verification and may be subject to a drug / alcohol test, medical, polygraph and / or psychological evaluation. Candidates who are appointed will be required to possess a valid driver's license to operate a vehicle in Arizona or meet the transportation needs of the position.
License / Certification
Within one (1) year of appointment, must obtain and possess :
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Majority of work to be performed outdoors in varied temperatures. Work includes walking and operation of a vehicle and construction related equipment. Requires moderate exertion and lifting carrying objects between 20 and 50 pounds, repeated bending, stooping and reaching above the head daily. Performs construction and maintenance functions requiring visual and manual dexterity and precision measurements and continuous repetitive arm, hand and eye movement. May be exposed to high voltage. May be required to work on call, overtime or extended hours during emergency conditions.
The following is a list of employment benefits offered by the City of Apache Junction to full-time employees. The list is for informational purposes only. It does not create or denote any contractual rights or obligations. Additional details will be provided upon hire.
Major Benefits for Full-Time Employees
Do you possess a respirator certificate?
Do you possess an Arizona Grade I Water Distribution System Operator Certificate?
Do you possess an Arizona Grade I Water Treatment Operator Certificate?
Required Question
Salary : $22 - $31