Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Ensure water distribution and delivery; perform general repairs, installations and preventative maintenance of equipment and facilities of the City water distribution system. Inspect wells, reservoirs, booster stations, pumping facilities, and water meters; inspect, test and operate valves, fittings and related water distribution equipment. Operate, install, maintain, repair, replace or remove water meters, utility vaults, valves, hydrant... more details
Job Summary
Who We Are
The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,080 full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational, municipal services, and physical environment.
What We Do The Public Works Department provides a variety of services related to the development, construction, inspection, improvement, and maintenance of the City's infrastructure. This infrastructure includes traffic lights, sidewalks, streetlights, and roadways. In addition, Public Works runs the following enterprise operations: Water, Solid Waste, Wastewater, Stormwater, and Parking Operations.
What We're Looking For The City of Beverly Hills is seeking qualified candidates for Water System Worker I or Water System Worker II (dependent on qualifications). The incumbent of this position will be working in the Public Works Department and will be reporting to the Water System Supervisor. The incumbent will assist with field maintenance, the installation of water system facilities, and the repair and replacement of storage and distribution facilities.
Water System Worker I Job Description Salary Range: $63,119.79 - $78,193.37 Annually Water System Worker II Job Description Salary Range: $74,753.89 - $92,605.97 Annually
Selection Process All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including detailed responses to all supplemental questions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.
The selection process may consist of the following components:
Supplemental Questionnaire
Oral exam/interview
All candidates who pass the first round oral exam/interview will earn placement on an eligibility list, which may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification. The eligibility list established for this recruitment may also be used to fill a lower-level position.
Benefits This position is represented by the Municipal Employer's Association and is covered by the negotiated terms and conditions of that Association's Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Additional details about benefits may be found in the MEA MOU, a copy of which is located at www.beverlyhills.org/mou. Some of the benefits for this position include:
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance is covered via cafeteria plan (up to $2450 per month) and if you are eligible, you may also receive up to $475/month back into your paycheck.
Wellness Pay: Employees receive 2% of their annual base pay to support their personal wellness.
Annual Cost of Living Adjustments: All MEA employees automatically receive a base salary increase of 4.5% annually, with the next increase on October 1, 2024.
Holidays: 11 paid holidays, plus 2 personal holidays
Accrued Paid Time Off: 80 - 160 hours per year (depending on length of service)
Conviction History As a finalist for a job, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
Conclusion Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City of Beverly Hills.
Disaster Service Workers: All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Major Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensure water distribution and delivery; perform general repairs, installations and preventative maintenance of equipment and facilities of the City water distribution system.
Inspect wells, reservoirs, booster stations, pumping facilities, and water meters; inspect, test and operate valves, fittings and related water distribution equipment.
Operate, install, maintain, repair, replace or remove water meters, utility vaults, valves, hydrants and other equipment; cut, lay, fit and repair water mains and pipes; install domestic customer water services; flow test related equipment; locate and mark underground water pipes; excavate and repair water lines to ensure water delivery; flush water mains and hydrants.
Operate construction equipment and various hand and power tools to perform installations, maintenance and repairs to the City’s water distribution system; break and remove asphalt; excavate and backfill trenches; pour and finish concrete; and install cold patch on asphalt.
Read meters, gauges, maps and flow charts to ensure water flow delivery and supply is adequate and safe; turn pumps on and off; adjust water flows.
Respond to emergencies and repair water main breaks, sheared off, fire hydrants, leaks and to turn on or off water meters.
Clean, wash, and disinfect water distribution system equipment and facilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Water System Worker I
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Some responsible water distribution maintenance experience is desirable.
Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Possession of a valid California Class C (or higher) driver’s license or out of state equivalent.
Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license within 12 months of employment.
Possession of a valid State of California Water Resources Control Board Grade D1 Distribution Operator certificate.
Water System Worker II
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Two years of responsible experience similar to a Water System Worker I with the City of Beverly Hills.
Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license or out of state equivalent.
Possession of a valid State of California Water Resources Control Board Grade D2 Distribution Operator certificate.
Possession of a Cla-Val Maintenance certification or equivalent automated control valve maintenance course.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Water System Worker I
Knowledgeof:
Methods and procedures involved in the operation, repair and maintenance of water distribution systems.
Basic principles and methods of electrical systems, plumbing and hydraulics. Safety methods and procedures.
Ability to:
Learn to perform the duties related to maintenance and operation of the City water distribution facilities, equipment, meters, wells and pumps.
Learn relevant local, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations related to area of assignment.
On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules; intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
Operate heavy construction and maintenance equipment; and use a variety of hand and power tools.
Read and interpret meters, gauges, and flow charts, diagrams and maps.
Safely handle and use hazardous materials.
Water System Worker II
In addition to the qualifications for the Water System Worker I: Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of construction and the operating and maintenance aspects of a water distribution system and facilities, water plants, wells and pumps.
Principles and methods of service connection and backflow prevention devices.
Relevant local, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations related to area of assignment.
Ability to:
Test, detect, troubleshoot, inspect and repair problems related to a water distribution systems and water plant.
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