Salary : $18.23 - $23.70 Hourly
Location : City of Yuma, AZ
Job Type : Full-time
Job Number : 2025-00056
Department : Utilities
Division : Transmission Distribution-42
Opening Date : 02 / 24 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 2 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Arizona
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Summary
- This position is assigned to the Water Transmission / Distribution Systems Division
Are you looking to join a team that values Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, and Responsiveness? Do you want to be a part of a strong team dedicated to serving our community, building relationships, and creating opportunities? Then this might be the opportunity for you!
We are looking for someone to join Team Yuma as a Water Systems Technician Apprentice working with the Department of Utilities- Water Transmission and Distribution Systems Division. The ideal candidate will perform basic maintenance work as an apprentice in the Utilities Department training program, under the immediate direction of experienced Water Systems Technicians and Supervisors.
Under close supervision, this job classification performs basic maintenance work under the immediate direction of experienced Water / Wastewater Systems Technician I, II, III or supervisory personnel. This position is an entry level apprenticeship classification in the Water / Wastewater Systems Technician job series. This apprenticeship program is intended as a maximum one-year training program within the Utilities Department. Upon satisfactory completion of the program the successful candidate will be fully qualified as a Water / Wastewater Systems Technician I.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :
Under immediate supervision of experienced operations personnel learns how to maintain and repair water distribution / transmission or wastewater collection systems (Water Systems).Learns how to perform work in compliance with State and Federal environmental and water quality laws and regulations, and City policies and standards.Follows all safety rules and regulations; learns safe work zone and equipment operational conditions; learns to recognize maintenance and repair issues, unsafe conditions, and procedures Learns basic preventive maintenance tasks; assists in the installation, inspection and repair of a variety of water or wastewater systems' equipment and components.Learns how to safety operate a variety of hand tools and mechanized equipment; uses computer for basic documenting.Learn how to observe variations in operating conditions; learns how to assist technicians to resolve operational problems.Cleans and maintains work areas, tools and equipment.Supports the relationship between the City and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities, vision, values and the "Yuma Way", and complies with all City policies and procedures.Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND laborer, plumbing, construction, or maintenance experience is preferred.
Knowledge of :
City policies and proceduresTools and equipment used in the operation of water or wastewater systemsState and Federal laws and regulations governing water or wastewater systemsWater
Basic operational practices and principles of water plumbing with some knowledge of construction or maintenanceOSHA guidelines related to water transmission / distribution system operationsMicrosoft Windows Office productsSkill in :
Using and maintaining tools and equipment to perform maintenance and repair workMaking routine operating adjustments and repairs to equipmentFollowing safe work practices, and verbal and written instructionsEstablishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workersOperating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized softwareCommunicating effectively verbally and in writingLICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required.
WATER DISTRIBUTION DIVISION : An Arizona Commercial Driver's License Class A w / Tanker Endorsement is required within one year of appointment.
Water Distribution Grade 1 Operator Certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) is required within one year of appointment.
Must meet all requirements of the Utilities Department Apprenticeship Program, to include passing grades / certifications in the education / correspondence courses, within 12 months of appointment. Failure to do so results in termination of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed on location at City water or wastewater systems sites with moderate physical requirements, and strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to seventy-five pounds; may be exposed to safety hazards including extreme weather conditions i.e. excessive heat and cold, dangerous gases, dangerous chemicals, biological hazards, confined spaces and dangerous tools and equipment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
After demonstrating full understanding and skills of Water / Wastewater Systems operation and maintenance, this position requires working a rotating on-call schedule, including after hours, weekends and holidays.
The City of Yuma offers the following benefits to Full-time City employees :
ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) - City employees are automatically enrolled in the Arizona State Retirement System. Employees contribute 12.12% (pre-tax) and the City contributes 12.12% of employee gross wages through automatic deduction. Should an employee terminate City employment, the ASRS funds may be withdrawn or remain until retirement. Contributions to the ASRS are in addition to FICA (Social Security taxes).LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) - Included through the Arizona State Retirement System. Employees contribute .15% and the City contributes .15% of employee gross wages. LTD contributions are in addition to FICA (Social Security taxes).SHORT TERM DISABILITYThe City provides short-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee. Short-term disability replaces part of your income if you can't work for a short time due to a covered disability.
SOCIAL SECURITY & MEDICARE - Employees pay a contribution into the Social Security & Medicare System.WORKER'S COMP. - Insurance coverage for medical expenses and loss of income due to an on-the-job injury is provided by the City of Yuma for all employees.UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE - Employees are covered by Unemployment Insurance.MEDICAL, DENTAL, and VISION INSURANCE - The City of Yuma is proud to provide medical, dental and vision insurance for its employees which is administered by the Yuma Area Benefit Consortium. Employees may choose from two traditional PPO plans or a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account. Dependent premiums are paid one month in advance and are pre-taxed (unless waived). Additional information regarding medical, dental and vision benefits may be requested from the City's Human Resources Department.LIFE INSURANCE - The City provides a life insurance policy for employees in an amount that is equal to your annual salary. An Accidental Death and Dismemberment rider is also included for an equal amount. Employees may elect, at their cost, additional life insurance for up to 5X their annual salary. Various voluntary insurance policies are available at your cost and may be set up as an automatic payroll deduction. Information is available from the City's Human Resources Department.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - The plan establishes a reimbursement account, which is designed to provide you with a means of paying for certain medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. The amount you designate is subtracted from your earnings before taxes and is deposited in your flexible spending account. As a new employee you have 30 days from your hire date to enroll.EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - Provides free counseling sessions for employees and family members, as well as a 24-hour crisis line for emergencies.COMPENSATORY LEAVE (COMP. TIME) - Paid leave that an employee has elected to accrue in lieu of overtime payment.GENERAL LEAVE - This leave is available for all regular full-time and regular part-time employees. General Leave is paid leave for an employee's personal time off. General Leave can normally be used 90 days after your hire date. General Leave accrual varies by the employee's years of service and employment status.0 to 5 years = 6.14 hours per pay day or 153.5 hours annually5 to 10 years = 7.74 hours per pay day or 193.5 hours annually10 to 15 years = 8.06 hours per pay day or 201.5 hours annually15 to 20 years = 8.7 hours per pay day or 217.5 hours annually20 years = 9.34 hours per pay day or 233.5 hours annuallySICK LEAVE - Employees are eligible to utilize paid sick leave immediately following 90 calendar days from their date of hire. July 1 of each year, employees will have 40 hours of sick leave added to their sick leave bank. New employees will have 40 hours of sick leave added to their sick leave bank on their date of hire.PAID PARENTAL LEAVEThe City provides up to 4 weeks of paid parental leave to employees following the birth of an employee's child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption or foster care.
HOLIDAYS - The City recognizes 12 holidays per year. Holiday pay is at eight hours per holiday.New Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. Day (third Monday in January)President's Day (third Monday in February)Memorial Day (Last Monday in May)JuneteenthIndependence DayLabor Day (First Monday in September)Veterans DayThanksgiving DayDay After ThanksgivingChristmas DayAdditional Day in conjunction with ChristmasDEFERRED COMPENSATION - Employees may participate in a tax-sheltered Annuity Plan (457 Plan) through payroll deduction to provide additional retirement income.TUITION REIMBURSEMENTThe City provides eligible employees tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses. Eligible full-time employees may receive up to a maximum of $3,500 per calendar year.
SMOKE-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT - The City prohibits smoking in, and within a reasonable distance of, all buildings used by the City for the conduct of City business or buildings or facilities used or occupied as workspace by City employees. This includes City owned and operated vehicles. This policy applies to all City employees, volunteers, citizens, and other persons entering or using City owned or operated facilities and / or vehicles.By marking "Yes", I understand that my answers to the supplemental questions must be verifiable in the education and / or work experience section of my job application.
Do you meet or exceed the minimum education requirement of possessing a High School Diploma or GED equivalent?
Laborer, plumbing, construction, or maintenance experience is preferred. Do have experience in any of the following? Please mark all that apply. (Must be verifiable in the work experience section of the application)
LaborerPlumbingConstructionMaintenanceNone of the aboveA valid Driver's License is required at the time of application. Do you possess a valid Driver's License? An Arizona Driver's License will be required, if hired.
Yes, I possess a valid Arizona State Driver's License.Yes, I possess a valid Driver's License from a state other than Arizona AND I agree to obtain a valid Arizona Driver's License as required.No, I do not have a valid Driver's License.An Arizona Commercial Driver's License Class A w / Tanker Endorsement is required within one year of appointment. Do you agree to these terms?
Please select what class of Arizona CDL (Commercial Driver's License) you currently possess below.
Class A w / Tanker EndorsementClass AClass B w / Tanker EndorsementClass BClass CI do not have a valid Arizona state CDL, but I understand this position requires obtaining an Arizona Class A CDL w / Tanker Endorsement within one year of hire.Not applicable. I do not have a valid Arizona Driver's License and / or I am unable to obtain one as required.Water Distribution Grade 1 Operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) is required within one (1) year of appointment. Do you agree to these terms?
Must meet all requirements of the Utilities Department Apprenticeship Program, to include passing grades / certifications in the education / correspondence courses, within one (1) year of appointment. Do you agree to these terms?
Work is performed on location at City water systems sites with moderate physical requirements, and strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to seventy-five pounds; may be exposed to safety hazards including extreme weather conditions i.e. excessive heat and cold, dangerous gases, dangerous chemicals, biological hazards, confined spaces and dangerous tools and equipment. Do you agree to these terms?
This position requires working a rotating on-call schedule, including after ours, weekends and holidays. Do you agree to these terms?
Required Question
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