What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Worker I/II - Water position at City of Upland, CA?
Salary : $50,596.56 - $71,279.23 Annually
Location : Public Works - 1370 N. Benson Ave Upland, CA
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 2295
Department : Public Works Department
Opening Date : 01 / 30 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 20 / 2025 6 : 00 PM Pacific
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City of Upland is recruiting for Utility Worker I / II - Water!!
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Are you ready to make a difference in your community by ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of water? Join our team as a Utility Worker I / II - Water! In this role, you'll work under immediate or general supervision to perform essential duties such as maintaining, repairing, installing, and constructing the water distribution pipeline system and related infrastructure. This is your opportunity to contribute to a critical public service while building your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.
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DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS ANTICIPATED, THIS RECRUITMENT COULD CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
CURRENT VACANCY : Current vacancies for Utility Worker I - Water
Resulting eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
REPORTING SCHEDULE : 12 months / year, 10 hours / day, 4 days / week.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS : Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment.
Experience the rewards of your hard work-comprehensive benefits, including upcoming COLAs, that support your well-being, growth, and success!
2% increase in base effective 6 / 22 / 25
2% increase in base effective 12 / 7 / 25
3% increase in base effective 6 / 21 / 26
3% increase in base effective 6 / 20 / 27
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Positions at the Utility Worker I - Water level may perform some of these duties and responsibilities in a learning capacity.
- Water Services & Repairs
Install, renew, and disconnect water services.
Perform hydro-jetting excavation and safely work around underground utilities.
Remove concrete, set forms, pour, and finish concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, hydrants, and meter boxes.
Operate technical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or motorized equipment to maintain utility systems.
Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, layouts, and blueprints.
Perform welding, pipefitting, and fabrication for pipelines.
Observe safety protocols for trenching, confined spaces, and power equipment.
Perform landscaping duties at pump and reservoir sites.
Prepare written and oral reports related to activities and incidents.
Adhere to City and mandated safety regulations and protocols.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education and Experience :
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be :
Education :
Experience :
Licenses and Certifications :
Positions at the Utility Worker I - Water level may exercise some of these knowledge and abilities statements in a learning capacity.
Knowledge of :
Methods, techniques, tools, and operational characteristics of light and moderately heavy motorized mechanical equipment.
Safe work methods and safety regulations for the type of work being performed.
Policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations related to assigned programs and functions.
Operational characteristics of specialized water distribution system maintenance and repair.
Techniques for providing excellent customer service to the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Modern business equipment and communication tools, including relevant computer software for program and task coordination.
Ability to :
Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, construction, and repair tasks.
Read, interpret, and apply technical information from manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
Operate a variety of vehicles and equipment safely and effectively.
Work safely in challenging environments, including near traffic, in confined spaces, or in trenches.
Independently organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Perform accurate mathematical calculations.
Communicate clearly and concisely in English, both orally and in writing.
Effectively use computer systems, relevant software applications, and modern business equipment to complete tasks.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; frequently reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; possible entry into confined spaces and the use of confined entry equipment, to climb and descend ladders, to operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; and vision to inspect and operate equipment. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards, which may include working on live electrical wires. Finger dexterity is needed to operate and repair tools and equipment. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50 pounds or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and / or assistance from other staff. Employees must wear and use the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and / or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants. Employees may interact with upset staff and / or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION :
Examination Process : A competitive review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on that evaluation, a limited number of applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the City of Upland will be invited to participate in the next step of the examination process. The examination may include a written test or a practical exam and will include a qualifications appraisal interview. Qualified candidates will be provided with more details prior to the start of the examination process.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The following questions will be used to screen your application for the minimum requirements. You are required to answer each of the following questions truthfully and completely. Failure to provide accurate and direct responses to each of the listed questions may result in the disqualification of your application. Experience referenced in this section MUST be listed in the work experience section of your application in order to be properly evaluated. Do you certify that you have read and understand the statement concerning the submission of responses to the supplemental questionnaire?
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Which of the following options best describes your level of experience in performing construction and maintenance work with a public agency, utility district, or similar organization?
Do you currently have a valid Class C California driver's license, an acceptable driving record and evidence of insurability?
Possession of, or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of appointment, a valid Commercial (Class A or Class B) California driver's license with an acceptable driving record and evidence of insurability.
Do you currently have a Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certification from the State of California, Department of Public Health or State Water Resources Board? Must upload and attach a copy of your certificate to this application.
Please indicate certificates you possess issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Must upload and attach a copy of all valid certificates to this application.
Please indicate employer and dates of employment for where you obtained your experience performing construction and / or maintenance work with a public agency, utility district, or similar organization.Experience listed must also be included in the work experience section of your application.If you do not have relevant experience, please indicate N / A.
This position is subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration requirements.Do you certify that you have read and understand the statement concerning the mandatory drug and alcohol testing?
Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete : Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and / or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
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Salary : $50,597 - $71,279