Utility Worker - Meter Reader - Full-Time Temporary

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Utility Worker - Meter Reader

Water Operations

Full-time Temporary

Hiring Pay Range: $20.53 to $25.66

Pay Grade: 106

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Full Pay Range: $20.53 to $30.79

Deadline to Apply: 07/05/2024

Benefits Summary:

Major Benefits for Full-Time Temporary Employees:

• Accrued paid sick time

• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance

• Free family coverage for select medical and dental plans

• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details

• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary:

Performs a variety of manual and semi-skilled activities reading meters and supporting daily operations and maintenance tasks associated with water systems.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Under general supervision of the supervisor, this job class is expected to exercise sound judgment and effective problem-solving in the disposition of daily activities.

Essential Duties:

• Reads meters; Installs new meters; changes out damaged or malfunctioning meters; installs new gaskets and ERTs; and follows up on questionable readings by locating and rechecking readings, examining meter, checking connections for leaks or damage, and/or to identify customer leaks.

• Installs new meters; changes out damaged or malfunctioning meters; reads meters; installs new gaskets and ERTs; and follows up on questionable readings by locating and rechecking readings, examining meter, checking connections for leaks or damage and/or to identify customer leaks.

• Performs confined space entries.

• Answers inquiries from the general public and/or contractors regarding readings and water service

• Provides support in daily operations for the water system.

• Performs inspections and preventative maintenance as required using software; inspects hydrants, valves, water infrastructure, tanks, booster stations, and other water system appurtenances; and inspects, maintains, and repairs to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Locates water main lines; service lines; breaks/leaks; operates a variety of equipment and tools.

• Performs confined space entries.

• Performs and or assists in routine maintenance and repair on a variety of equipment common to water operations. (e.g. valves, pumps, motors, pressure regulating stations, wells, water main, hydrants, and meters).

• Operates assigned city vehicles; conducts pre-trip inspections; and drives safely to/from sites.

• Utilizes hand tools, digging bars, shovels, and other related tools or equipment as required.

• Inspects and cleans equipment, power tools, vehicles, and other large equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Takes necessary steps to assess and report emergency situations and restore normal operating conditions.

• Performs customer service calls as assigned.

• Provides quality customer service to address citizen complaints or problems; provides requested information; and/or takes the appropriate measure to ensure an expedient resolution of citizen satisfaction.

• Assists with snow removal and yard maintenance.

• Follows all regulatory and City safety policies and procedures, including the use of PPE.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) year of full time, journey level construction, maintenance, or equipment operations experience; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing, Certification, and other Requirements:

Possess a valid Arizona Class A (or Class B depending on assignment) commercial driver's licenses (CDL) with tank endorsement or obtain within six (6) months of hire; possess an Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade I Water Distribution certification or obtain within one (1) year of hire.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Ability to collect and organize facts and data.

• Ability to record field data manually and by using computer programs.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Skill in utilizing customer service techniques in responding to requests and complaints.

• Skill in communicating.

• Skill in utilizing appropriate public relations techniques to resolve customer issues.

• Knowledge of water distribution operation and maintenance principles.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions for operating assigned equipment; common hand and power tools; and basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.

• Skill in using computers.

• Skill in using personal protective equipment.

• Skill in accurately documenting daily work tasks.

• Skill in solving problems.

• Ability to recognize occupational hazards of work.

• Ability to follow safety principles, regulations, and safe work practices.

• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with City residents and employees.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment.

Physical Working Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in the field.

• Requires working overtime as needed, including nights and weekends; performs emergency standby duties on an as-needed basis.

• Performs work in oxygen deficient and hazardous environments; confined spaces and high traffic areas.

• Safely performs manual labor for extended periods of time and safely lifts 60 pounds frequently with a maximum of 100 pounds.

• Safely operates required equipment and City vehicles as needed.

• Clearly sees, with correction if necessary, during day hours, night hours, and in potentially adverse weather conditions.

• Clearly, concisely and effectively communicates in person, over the radio and by telephone.

• Work is performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm.

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening

• Motor vehicle records check

• Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information

201 N. Montezuma St., Suite 207

Prescott, AZ 86303

Email: hr@prescott-az.gov

Website: www.prescott-az.gov

Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-777-1213

In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunities/Americans Disabilities Act reasonable accommodation employer.