Water Maintenance I assigned to Water Meter Reading

Applications Close – 5:00 p.m., Monday, May 12, 2025

Essential competencies of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time. The omission of specific statements of duties, does not exclude them from the position, if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and may be changed by the employer at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, providing that an accommodation(s) does not create an undue hardship for the employer, remove an essential job function, and/or, create a direct safety threat to the individual, or others.

DEFINITION

With frequent supervision, performs task involved in the field for water customers, including, but not limited to, water meter reading, water turn-ons and turn-offs.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direct supervision of the Superintendent or lead. Work may be performed with some independence and employees may be responsible for completion of some jobs without specific instruction or guidance.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision of other employees is not a normal responsibility of this classification.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Unless specifically identified as a “Non-Essential Job Function”, the information included in this job description, and any referenced supplemental documents, is considered an “Essential Job Function”. Temporary modifications to provide reasonable accommodations, or transitional work assignments, do not waive any of the essential functions for this position.

The following information is not all-inclusive.

• Read water meters for residential, commercial, and industrial customers
• Create task request for the maintenance and repair of water meters.
• Performs routine maintenance on meter boxes, such as cleaning boxes out, replacing lids, and cutting vegetation around meter boxes.
• May turn on and turn off water service for customers.
• Verifies meter reading for accuracy when necessary.
• Respond to inquiries from customers and the public as a representative of the City.
• Operates hand and power tools; may include testing equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of safety rules and equipment.
• Ability to operate all types of hand and power tools.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, often requiring walking or driving to meter locations.
• Ability to learn proper procedures and to follow supervisor's instructions.
• Ability to operate passenger vehicles.

WORK STANDARDS

• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Speak and act truthfully.
• Exhibit self-control.
• Detail-oriented.
• Conduct oneself with integrity, morality, character, and trustworthiness.
• Thorough when completing work tasks.
• Accept supervision and constructive criticism.
• Calmly and effectively, process high stress situations.
• Reliable, responsible, and dependable.
• Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Independence of action and decision making under industry standards and practices and department guidelines is stressed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education and experience requirements listed are minimum standards. Other equivalent combinations of education, certifications, training, and experience may be considered.

Education: Graduation from high school or possession of the equivalent GED Certificate.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS & CERTIFICATIONS

Possession of a valid driver's license by date of hire. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver's license within 30 days.

Post-offer physical including drug screen.

Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The City of Roseburg is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Oregon’s Disability Accommodation and Discrimination laws. We are also committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. The City of Roseburg will make reasonable efforts to accommodate a qualified applicant or employee with a known disability, unless such accommodation creates an undue hardship on the City of Roseburg’s operations, or a safety risk to employee or coworkers, or removes an essential job function. Employees should request an accommodation as soon as it becomes apparent that a reasonable accommodation may be necessary, to enable the employee to perform the essential duties of a position, or to participate in the employment process. To discuss an accommodation request, please contact John VanWinkle, Human Resource Director.

While performing the duties of this job, work is performed primarily in an outdoor field environment with exposure to various weather conditions and noisy work areas. May require standing for various periods of time, walking in all types of terrain including uneven and cluttered surfaces, bending, stooping, crouching, sitting, kneeling, remaining in one position for an extended period, pushing and pulling, reaching above shoulder height and to ground level, climbing various equipment including stairs and ladders, grasping, hearing radio transmissions and lifting 50 pounds. Exposure to bee stings, noxious weeds and other allergens, as well as exposure to unpleasant odors, chemicals and other environmental substances; incumbents may work in darkness & artificial light, work in confined space; wearing helmets, safety glasses, ear plugs/muffs and may require some exposure to hazardous traffic conditions.

The factors described herein, are representative of, but not all-inclusive of, those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform as Water Maintenance I – assigned to Water Meter Reading.

BENEFIT SUMMARY

The City of Roseburg provides a comprehensive benefit package to employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and various voluntary benefits including MASA Medical Transport Solutions and Aflac. The City participates in the State of Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and currently pays the entire contribution on behalf of employees. All full-time employees working over 20 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits the first of the month following their date of employment. Links to the complete benefits resource guide can be found at: https://www.cityofroseburg.org/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits.

Insurance Benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan.
• Long-term disability insurance provided by the City.
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance – policy value of $25,000 paid by the City.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City.

Additional Benefits:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• The City has a fully equipped fitness center available 24 hours a day.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

The City of Roseburg follows Oregon law regarding Veterans’ Preference, you must complete the Veteran’s Preference Form and attach a copy of your DD214/DD215. If you are a disabled veteran, you must also include a copy of your Veteran’s Administration benefit summary/award letter.

HOW TO APPLY?

Complete an application form available via one of the following methods.

Electronically:

https://www.cityofroseburg.org/departments/human-resources/employment

In-Person: City of Roseburg – Administration, 900 SE Douglas Avenue, Roseburg, OR 97470

Email: jobs@roseburgor.gov

Submit completed application to Human Resources by the closing date listed in the job announcement. Applications must be received or postmarked no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. All required documents should be presented with the application. Resumes are accepted in addition to, , the City of Roseburg application form.

Selection Process: Applications are thoroughly reviewed and screened by the Human Resources Office. Since these are competitive selection processes, applicants whose backgrounds appear to most closely match the needs of the particular vacancy will be considered. Once the screening is complete, Human Resources notifies all candidates of their status. This process can take from one to four weeks after the closing date. Due to the number of applicants and the limited number of job opportunities, not all applicants proceed in the recruitment process.

The City of Roseburg does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services or activities. The City of Roseburg does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices.

Questions: Please direct questions to the City of Roseburg Administration Office at 541-492-6866.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.33 - $28.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $29