Seasonal Specialist - Assistant Hydro Systems - Fountains

The Seasonal Specialist - Assistant Hydro Systems – Fountains position is responsible for assisting the Hydro Systems Specialist in inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing fountain and water feature equipment as well as assisting with the maintenance of City pools. Tasks performed involve the use of acquired skills in electrical installation and maintenance, electrical repair and construction, plumbing repair and construction, and other similar skills of comparable difficulty. In addition, this position could be required to work on non-pool related issues performed by the division. This person operates independently, and hours will vary outside traditional working hours. It will require weekend duty and to be on-call.

This seasonal position begins April 14^th and ends October 10^th.

The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate.The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service – People – Integrity – Respect – Innovation – Teamwork).

This position supports the goals of the Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department, which enhances the quality of life for all Westminster citizens by providing diverse leisure, recreational and informational services and resources; and acquiring, developing and maintaining first-class parks, facilities, open space and recreational trails. This position works towards the accomplishment of the Departments mission: “Together we create exceptional opportunities for a vibrant community with a commitment to nature, wellness and literacy.”

Every employee is accountable to:

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority
• Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback
• Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision
• Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city and the community; conduct self in a professional manner
• Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty and ethical behavior
• Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner
• Support/promote change; demonstrate flexibility, and take calculated risks when appropriate
• Participate in personal growth opportunities, and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization
• Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered
• Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives
• Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity, and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences

GENERAL COMPETENCIES
Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to:

• Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
• Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses, and target areas for personal self-development
• Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
• Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions
• Achieve goals, and handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications
• Demonstrate accountability for work, and take ownership in job performance
• Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of work; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product

Job Specific – Every employee in this position must be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical equipment, pipe fitting, electrical components, standard plumbing practices and the tools used in the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of pools and associated equipment
• Demonstrate knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary to the conduct of safe work around mechanical and electrical equipment and in close spaces subject to water, acid, and chlorine gas
• Demonstrate knowledge of water feature or pool control systems, chemical pumps and feeders, automated and manual sampling and water testing, basic boiler and heating equipment 
• Demonstrate knowledge of secondary sanitation systems, such as ozone disinfectant systems and UV sanitation systems for swimming pool or hot tub application
• Diagnose and correct the faulty functions of boilers, steam generators, sauna heaters, pumps, pump motors, pool filters, controllers, chemical feeders, and other related pool equipment
• Read and understand electrical plans, electrical diagrams, schematics and specifications
• Demonstrate considerable knowledge of all safety procedures relating to the work performed, including, but not limited to, electricity, , respiratory protection, confined space, chemical handling, etc.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and supervisors
• Demonstrate sufficient physical strength to climb ladders and lift heavy objects
• Make sound, effective decisions on a daily basis
• Demonstrate a variety of broad range skills and knowledge of repair, preventive maintenance and construction activities related to building operations
• Determine proper work methods, tools, equipment and procedures to complete assignments based on the instructions received from a supervisor
• Demonstrate knowledge of pool and spa regulations, codes, laws, and policies, including but not limited to the State of Colorado, National standards, and the Model Aquatic Code

Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks
Under the direction of the Hydro Systems Specialist, the job is responsible for the following:
1. Inspects all fountain, water feature, and pool equipment for proper function of pump operations, filtration, heating, disinfection and control equipment necessary to keep the equipment running properly on a daily basis
2. Performs general plumbing work in the maintenance and repair of hydro systems
3. Performs general electrical work in the maintenance and repair of fountain, water feature, and pool facilities:

• Makes necessary repairs; requisitions parts and materials; replaces defective fuses, relays and elements; resets relays; oils and lubricates bearings; and repacks pumps as necessary
• Performs preventative maintenance as well as major maintenance on filters, pumps, controls, heaters and other equipment with minimal assistance from outside contractors
• Removes and repairs defective equipment and reinstalls new or rebuilt equipment

4. Works effectively with facility supervisors, pool staff, Park staff, Facilities Maintenance staff, and outside contractors on maintenance/repair projects
5. Coordinates purchasing and inventory of parts or supplies needed for operations
6. Operates a City vehicle in a safe manner
7. Maintains regular and punctual attendance

Other Duties and Responsibilities
Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion.

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications
Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply
• Graduation from high school or GED
• Considerable experience in work with pumps, electrical motors, controls, plumbing and pipefitting
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatics Facility Operator (AFO) certification(s) within one year of employment
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record throughout employment

Preferred:

• Any additional education such as college level course work or vocational trade school
• Possession of an electrical license at a Journeyman or Master level

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.

Physical Requirements
Work is physical in nature and requires sufficient physical stamina and strength for:

• Occasional sitting to perform daily office tasks and to drive to and from work sites; Constant standing and walking indoor and outdoor in all weather conditions over all types of terrain
• Frequent squatting, bending, kneeling, and crawling to perform routine equipment and structural maintenance; Frequent climbing of ladders up to forty five (45) feet, balancing on ladders and roofs, reaching overhead and below shoulder, and twisting to perform repairs and maintenance
• Occasional light grasp and fine manipulation to perform daily office functions; frequent firm grasp and handling to use safely tools and equipment needed for specific jobs
• Frequent step up/down and actuate mechanism to safely enter/exit and operate vehicles and other equipment
• Constant near acuity and hearing to perform daily tasks, recognize mechanical and electrical issues and communicate with staff and citizens; occasional far acuity to recognize potential mechanical problems and dangers
• Occasional lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds from ground to overhead to place equipment and material; frequent carrying of up to twenty (20) pounds on shoulder or around waist to move tool pouch; occasional carrying of up to thirty (30) pounds up to thirty (30) feet to move equipment and supplies to work site; occasional push/pulling of up to 100 pounds to move and load genie into vehicle and move to desired area within facility

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is frequently performed indoors and outdoors with occasional exposure to extreme temperatures. Work is performed at over 28 City facilities year round in all weather conditions. Various work assignments are performed with exposure to noise levels that may cause a distraction and high electrical voltage, up to 13,000 volts, in a high moisture area. Working environment may include small confined spaces, working on top of a four-story structure and performing repairs in an emergency situation. Exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals such as refrigerants, natural gas, asbestos, lubricants, all types of paint, drain cleaners, anti-freeze, and other chemicals as necessary.

Required Materials and Equipment
Five-ton bucket trucks, ¾-ton trucks and vans, electrical test equipment, electrical generators, basic hand and shop tools, saws, welders, ladders up to 45 feet in height, cherry pickers or overhead cranes, shovels, scaffolds, construction materials and supplies, drills, hammers, saws, air compressors, drain snaking equipment, paint sprayers, cutting torches, metal shears, Genie® lifts, two-way radios, pagers, personal computers and keyboards, telephones, fax machines, and other basic office equipment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Background checks will include employment references and criminal history, and when applicable, credit check, driver license record, and education verification
• Drug screen
• Physical
• Must be legally entitled to work in the United States

Salary : $17 - $21