In Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Water Utility Worker in our Public Works Department. The current vacancy is in the Wastewater division. The Position. Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled or semi-skilled tasks in the maintenanc... more details
Description
In Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Water Utility Worker in our Public Works Department. The current vacancy is in the Wastewater division.
The Position
Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled or semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance, repair and construction of the City’s water distribution system; mechanical and electrical control system work to operate, maintain and repair various machinery, components and facilities of the City’s water production and flood control systems; or in the maintenance, repair, and construction of the City’s wastewater and storm water systems. The Water Utility Worker is a multi-position journey-level job classification. Assignments may be in Water Distribution, Water Production, or Wastewater Operations The Water Utility Worker differs from the Senior Water Utility Worker in that the Water Utility Worker has less experience, expertise, and certification requirements.
Examples of Essential Duties
Performs maintenance of the City’s water distribution, water production, or wastewater operations systems
Attends safety training; follows the City’s policies and procedures; assists with periodic safety inspections; identifies and corrects safety hazards
Observes standard operating procedures and safety practices
Responds to emergency calls for service on a call-out basis; works various hours, including nights and weekends as deemed necessary to meet deadlines and conform with changing priorities
Reports to work as scheduled; maintains a regular and consistent attendance record
Attends training; supports and actively promotes the City’s safety programs; assists with periodic safety inspections; identifies and corrects safety hazards
Travels to offsite locations within and outside the City
Performs other related duties as assigned
When assigned to Wastewater Operations
Performs maintenance and construction tasks to maintain maximum, constant water flow in the wastewater system
Cleans and repairs storm drains to prevent flooding
Inspects and cleans city sewer lines and storm drain facilities by removing manhole covers and using a variety of industrial wastewater cleaning equipment to remove debris inside sewer lines
Assists vacuum truck operator in cleaning of sewer lines
Locates, excavates, and installs shoring and repairs broken sewer lines and storm drains as required
Reads and understands wastewater system maps
Drives or operates pick-up trucks, dump trucks, vacuum trucks, hydroflushers, cement mixers, 90 lb. jackhammers, soil compactors, arrow boards, pumps and other equipment
Operates and maintains various lift station equipment and facilities throughout the City
Operates vehicle-mounted equipment in absence of operator
Assists in camera duties to inspect lines
Assists pump mechanics with repairs of pumps, motors, equipment controls
Coordinates traffic control at worksite by properly placing traffic barricades, cones and delineators in traffic situations; performs flagging duties to direct traffic and assists public in routing around the work zone; ensures safety of worksite
Assists with general labor duties for the Utilities Division; performs preventative maintenance on work equipment; assists with periodic safety inspections; identifies and corrects safety hazards
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Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
Experience: Two (2) years’ experience in construction or maintenance and repair of water distribution, water production or industrial equipment, or wastewater collection systems
Certifications/License: Possession of: For Wastewater Operations Assignment
A valid California Class B driverlicense and an acceptable driving record are required by time of appointment and throughout employment
California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade I Collection System Maintenance Certificate.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Positions in this classification are deemed safety sensitive under Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and subject to drug and alcohol testing.
Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a City or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program. Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
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APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
Application Review
Examinations - Applicants who BEST meet the City's needs will be invited to participate in the selection process that will consist of a virtual oral board examination (weighted 100%) - tentatively scheduled for May 30, 2024.
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