What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Serviceworker III position at City of Compton?
GENERAL PURPOSE: Under direction of the Water Operations Division Supervisor, to supervise one or more crews of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled workers in the installation, repair and maintenance of water mains and services; to perform highly skilled work in the installation and repair of water system facilities and equipment; and to do other work as required.
EXAMINATION
The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled.
Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination and interview process.
Phase one (1) is a written examination (weighted 50%) which will measure all or portions of the above knowledge, and skills. Phase two (2) is an oral examination (weighted 50%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability. A passing score for each phase is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via e-mail of their status at each step of the recruitment.
The City of Compton reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Failure in one phase of the examination shall be grounds for declaring the applicant as failing in the entire examination, and as disqualified for subsequent parts of an examination.
GENERAL INFORMATION TO EXAMINATION APPLICANTS
The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date.
ELIGIBLE LISTS
Recruitment may be conducted on a (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).
PLEASE NOTE: All permanent City employees that attain an overall score of at least 75.00 will be placed on both the promotional eligible list and the open-competitive eligible list. All City employees that attain a score of 70.00 on EACH PHASE of the examination but an overall score of less than 75.00 will be placed on the open-competitive eligible list only.
Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval.
EXAMINATION APPEAL PROCEDURE A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8).
EXAMINATION RECORDS
All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.
FRINGE BENEFITS
The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.
Supervises one or more crews of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled workers in the installation, repair and maintenance of water mains and services; to perform highly skilled work in the installation and repair of water system facilities and equipment; and to do other work as required.
The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- As a Leadman, performs and directs employees of lower grade in the performance of work of the type listed for Water Service worker I, II, Laborers, but with a higher degree of skills and abilities in installing new services, repairing and maintaining existing facilities, or the laying and installing of new mains, meters, hydrants, valves, pumps, and other Water System facilities.
- Indicates layout of trench or excavation.
- Supervises laying and installing of pipes, fitting, and meters.
- Personally performs more difficult work in laying out, connecting and setting fittings, valves, meters and boxes.
- Inspects completed job and runs tests.
- Inspects work of contracted job and works with contractor in completing the job.
- Trains and assist Laborers and Water Service Worker in the more technical work.
- Installs sand traps, pressure-tanks, and valves.
- Occasionally uses trucks, ditch digger, and track-type tractor.
- Makes emergency calls.
- Keeps record of time and materials used; share night stand-by duties.
- Acts as Water Operations Division Supervisor in his/her absence.
Education and Experience:
Equivalent to graduation from High School and two (2) years of experience as a Water Service Worker II, in the Compton Municipal Water Department or three (3) years of journeymen experience in a Water Utility System.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Possession of a valid motor vehicle license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
CERTIFICATE: Possession of a Water Distribution Operator Grade II Certificate at the time of appointment.
Required Knowledge of:
- Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of water supply and distribution facilities.
- Thorough knowledge of methods and practices of constructing, installing, repairing and maintaining facilities of a water distribution system.
- Estimates time and material costs; requisitions required supplies and equipment; evaluates and institutes changes in work methods and priorities.
- Maintains records and writes a variety of reports and memos on work performed, materials and equipment utilization.
- Working knowledge of the Trench and Construction Safety Orders of the Industrial Accident Commission.
Required Skill in:
- Skill in using the materials, fittings, tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water services, mains, meters and related equipment.
- Skill in tapping water mains for service connections.
- The ability to read meters and record readings accurately and to train assistants.
- The ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relations with other employees and the public.
- Ability to prepare and maintain substantial records.
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Train personnel on unit activities, procedures and regulations.
- Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner.
- Interpret and apply rules, regulations and policies.
- Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
- Read and understand atlas maps, blueprints, charts, gauges and data in GIS.
- Use and care of a variety of tools, materials, and equipment common to the repair and maintenance of water distribution systems.
- Communicate effectively with a variety of personnel and establish/maintain effective working relationships.
EXAMINATION
The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled.
Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination and interview process.
Phase one (1) is a written examination (weighted 50%) which will measure all or portions of the above knowledge, and skills. Phase two (2) is an oral examination (weighted 50%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability. A passing score for each phase is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via e-mail of their status at each step of the recruitment.
The City of Compton reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Failure in one phase of the examination shall be grounds for declaring the applicant as failing in the entire examination, and as disqualified for subsequent parts of an examination.
GENERAL INFORMATION TO EXAMINATION APPLICANTS
The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date.
ELIGIBLE LISTS
Recruitment may be conducted on a (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).
PLEASE NOTE: All permanent City employees that attain an overall score of at least 75.00 will be placed on both the promotional eligible list and the open-competitive eligible list. All City employees that attain a score of 70.00 on EACH PHASE of the examination but an overall score of less than 75.00 will be placed on the open-competitive eligible list only.
Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval.
EXAMINATION APPEAL PROCEDURE A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8).
EXAMINATION RECORDS
All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.
FRINGE BENEFITS
The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.
Salary : $69,376 - $81,347
