Location: Richland,WA, USA
The ideal candidate will have the core values to protect and serve the citizens of Richland, be cognizant of the responsibility that is required to provide clean safe drinking water. This person will be a team player and willing to help other members of the team to flourish and be successful, have strong problem-solving skills to ensure the Water Plant is meeting regulatory requirements.
Under the direction of the Water Manager or designee, performs semi-skilled work in a variety of crafts toward the construction, maintenance and repair of the City's water mains, service connections, valves, hydrants, automated meter system, treatment plants, reservoirs, pump stations and other facilities of a water system. Subject to after hours and weekend work as needed. Safely performs all job functions.
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The pay for this position is set by a Collective Bargaining Agreement starting at Step A $29.44.
Priority consideration will be given to applicants who apply prior to November 14th. First review of applications will take place beginning on November 15th and then weekly until the closing date.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
* High school diploma or GED.
* One (1) year of experience in constructing, maintaining, or repairing water systems.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
* Valid driver's license upon hire date, with an ability to obtain a Class A CDL with a tanker endorsement within one (1) year of hire and must maintain throughout employment.
* Obtain Valid Flaggers certification within six (6) months of hire date and maintain throughout employment.
* Must have current Washington State Water Distribution Manager I certification within 18 months of hire and obtain Washington State Water Distribution Manager II certification within one (1) year of eligibility to test and maintain throughout employment.
* Current Water Distribution Manager I Certification.
* Current Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
* Current Flagger Certification.
Selection will be made based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. Final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check and pre-employment physical commensurate to the position.