What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Inspection Technician position at City of Santa Clara?
The Department:
The Water and Sewer Utilities Department operates and maintains water distribution mains, storage tanks, groundwater wells, recycled water systems, and sanitary sewer collection systems. For more information about Water and Sewer Utilities please visit the department website.
The Position:
The Utility Inspection Technician position is responsible for the location of Water and Sewer Utilities’ underground facilities for Underground Service Alert (U.S.A.), locating underground excavation, and inspection of all public water, recycled water and wastewater system construction by contractors for private and public development. The incumbent works closely with the public (residential and commercial) and with public and private contractors. Performs related duties as assigned. The Utility Inspection Technician is the lower-level classification in the Water and Sewer Utilities Inspection Series. Incumbents in this classification are responsible for performing routine duties and work under the general supervision of the Utility Inspection Supervisor or other supervisor as assigned. This classification differs from the Utility Inspection Supervisor, in that the latter is the supervisory position performing more complex work and providing training and instruction to the Utility Inspection Technicians.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Additional Information:
Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Resume 2) A Valid Water Distribution System Operator Certificate (Grade D-2 or above), and 3) A Valid Collection System Maintenance Certificate (Grade 1 or above). Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline. This posting has been updated to continuous. Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.
The annual salary range for this position is $92,046.84 - $117,056.40 annually. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.
Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Graduation from high school or possession of a GED; and
- Three (3) years of water, recycled water, and wastewater systems installation and maintenance experience, including at least two (2) years journey level experience, performing heavy manual labor including but not limited to construction of a utility mains and/or services, repair leaks; and
- Experience in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTION
None
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Possession of the following certificates is required at time of application and for the duration of appointment:
- Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license is required at time of appointment;
- A valid Water Distribution System Operator Certificate (Grade D-2 or above) issued by the California Department of Health Services; and
- A valid Collection System Maintenance Certificate (Grade 1 or above) issued by the California Water Environment Association.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a valid Class A or B California Commercial driver's license is desirable.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- May be required to carry and use a City-issued electronic communications device during working hours.
- May be required to work weekends, holidays, special shifts, unusual hours in the performance of duties and emergency situations and be available on an "on call" basis.
- Incumbents with a Class A or B Commercial driver’s license may be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing as mandated by federal regulations.
- Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job classification
PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS
Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score.
Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.
Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
Salary : $92,047 - $117,056
