UTILITY SPECIALIST II

*UTILITY SPECIALIST II

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Lake Havasu City, AZ

Closing Date: Open till Filled

Job Title: Utility Specialist II-OTF25-110

Salary: $25.85- $37.73/Hourly; DOQ



*Trainee Salary: $23.26 Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Grade: GN14

Department: Public Works/Water Distribution Division

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: Complete an online application.

Resumes in lieu of application will not receive consideration.

Please attach certifications.

INITIAL APPLICATION REVIEW WILL TAKE PLACE TWO WEEKS AFTER OPEN.

INTERESTED CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION REVIEW WILL ONLY BE CONDUCTED IF NECESSARY.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Performs intermediate skilled work in construction, repair, and maintenance of water distribution, treatment, and production infrastructure and equipment; maintains water distribution mains and service line, operates machinery and equipment, performs preventive maintenance, repairs, and new installation to the water system, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Work is performed under the limited supervision of the assigned supervisor.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, trustworthy, and reliable.

This person will have strong mechanical aptitude and will be able to complete their work in a safe and timely manner.

They will be able to work with limited supervision and have the integrity to do their job properly.

The ideal candidate must be flexible, possess good communication skills, and be able to work with others.

SPECIAL NOTE:

Candidate must possess Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade II Water Distribution or Grade II Water Treatment Certification or equal grade certification from another state at the time of hire and CDL, Class A with tanker endorsement.

ADEQ certification must be obtained through reciprocity at hire.

The selected candidate who does not possess the required certification /CDL will be considered a trainee at the time of hire.

The incumbent works outdoors and is exposed to extreme temperatures.

May require the use of a respirator.

May be subject to call back.

Primary assignment will be in water distribution.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED and moderate experience in water or wastewater system maintenance and operation, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Possession of Grade II Water Distribution issued by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) at the time of hire.

Possession of a valid Commercial Driver License Class A with tanker endorsement at hire.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with government agencies, City employees, and the general public.

Installs infrastructures utilizing shoring and excavating equipment.

Conducts daily inspections and assesses site conditions.

Make proper system and equipment adjustments and inspect meters.

Provides information to customers regarding the City's policies and procedures related to the dut...