What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Service Specialist position at City of Yakima?
JOB The Utility Customer Service Division has an opportunity to join our team! We are seeking an energetic and motivated team player with exceptional customer service and have strong mechanical skills. If you enjoy working outdoors, and thrive on assisting others, apply today!Any combination of education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma plus one year of water meter reading or mechanical work experience, which would demonstrate the ability to perform the function of the position. Ability to walk for extended periods of time, bend and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Knowledge of the City of Yakima and surrounding area and the City of Yakima water system is desirable. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATESMust possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's License. Obtain and maintain a valid First Aid/CPR Certificate within six months of appointment. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Under limited supervision, records home and business water service meter reads on a hand-held meter reading device to determine water consumption; performs a variety of duties associated with the water service provided to private homes and businesses.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Knowledge of: City ordinances concerning water usage. Ability to: use hand tools associated with servicing water service/metering equipment; work independently; and meet and deal with the general public in a courteous and tactful manner. PHYSICAL DEMANDSWork involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reaching with hands and arms below shoulder height. May work outside in all weather extremes, be exposed to animals, insects, pollen, dust, dirt, water, rough/uneven terrain and other weather conditions.
Work includes operation of a vehicle and light equipment, noise, mechanical equipment, moving objects, fumes/odors, gases/vapors and dirt/dust. Frequent walking for excessive periods on uneven/rough terrrain. Frequent bending/stooping/kneeling, twisting, and squatting. Frequently lifting/carrying 10 pounds.
Occasionally heavy lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Constant use of all senses including feeling/talking/hearing/ seeing/ touching, dexterity, while performing duties and while communicating with co-workers, general public and completing all tasks as assigned. May work alone, with others, or around others. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to maintain long-term and short-term memory. Occasional work at a computer and keyboard, use of maintenance tools, equipment and safety equipment. Will be subject to frequent repetition and occasional hazards. Mental requirements include reading, writing, memorization, analyzing, perception/comprehension, judgment, decision making with occasional math skill usage.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS Constant driving in City traffic; exposure to engine exhaust fumes, gases, animal feces and electrical shock; exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions, dust, and dirt; extensive bending and stooping and lifting objects up to 50 pounds is required; and subjected to bites by dogs, spiders, and bees. May at times have to deal with irate, upset, or disturbed citizens.
Knowledge of the City of Yakima and surrounding area and the City of Yakima water system is desirable. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATESMust possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's License. Obtain and maintain a valid First Aid/CPR Certificate within six months of appointment. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Under limited supervision, records home and business water service meter reads on a hand-held meter reading device to determine water consumption; performs a variety of duties associated with the water service provided to private homes and businesses.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Knowledge of: City ordinances concerning water usage. Ability to: use hand tools associated with servicing water service/metering equipment; work independently; and meet and deal with the general public in a courteous and tactful manner. PHYSICAL DEMANDSWork involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reaching with hands and arms below shoulder height. May work outside in all weather extremes, be exposed to animals, insects, pollen, dust, dirt, water, rough/uneven terrain and other weather conditions.
Work includes operation of a vehicle and light equipment, noise, mechanical equipment, moving objects, fumes/odors, gases/vapors and dirt/dust. Frequent walking for excessive periods on uneven/rough terrrain. Frequent bending/stooping/kneeling, twisting, and squatting. Frequently lifting/carrying 10 pounds.
Occasionally heavy lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Constant use of all senses including feeling/talking/hearing/ seeing/ touching, dexterity, while performing duties and while communicating with co-workers, general public and completing all tasks as assigned. May work alone, with others, or around others. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to maintain long-term and short-term memory. Occasional work at a computer and keyboard, use of maintenance tools, equipment and safety equipment. Will be subject to frequent repetition and occasional hazards. Mental requirements include reading, writing, memorization, analyzing, perception/comprehension, judgment, decision making with occasional math skill usage.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS Constant driving in City traffic; exposure to engine exhaust fumes, gases, animal feces and electrical shock; exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions, dust, and dirt; extensive bending and stooping and lifting objects up to 50 pounds is required; and subjected to bites by dogs, spiders, and bees. May at times have to deal with irate, upset, or disturbed citizens.
