Location: Glendora,CA, USA
Salary : $48,061.08 - $58,418.52 AnnuallyLocation : Glendora Public Works Water Division- 1051 East Sierra Madre Avenue Glendora, CAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: JB00230Department: Public WorksDivision: WaterOpening Date: 11/07/2024Closing Date: 12/1/2024 11:59 PM PacificMax Number of Applicants: 200THIS POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL December 1, 2024 OR UNTIL 200 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED, WHICHEVER IS FIRST.This recruitment is for individuals with little to no relevant work experience in a Water Utility services. Individuals selected for this position will be hired under the classification Water Utility Worker Trainee. This is a trainee position to help jumpstart individuals with an interest in Distribution and/or Customer Service. Incumbents must qualify for promotion within 12 months of hire or be terminated. The City of Glendora has a new trainee program for eager and hardworking individuals looking to begin a fulfilling career in Water! Our Water Utility Worker Trainees will be provided training, guidance, and set on a path to promote within the Public Works Department Water Division. Whether you see yourself in Water Distribution or Water Customer Service this position will generate opportunities for your ideal career. If you are excited about providing value to the community through public service and flourish in a learning environment, we invite your application! Some of the typical duties of the Water Utility Worker Trainee/I/II include but are not limited to the following:When assigned to Distribution:Performs semi-skilled and skilled duties related to the construction, installation, service, maintenance, and repair of existing and new water mains, services, pipelines, valves, hydrants, trench shoring and related services.Cuts, fits, and lays water distribution pipes; inspects, tests, and operates valves, fittings, and related water distribution equipment; inspects water projects for leaks, decayed pipes, and spills. Performs a full range of water meter maintenance duties; removes broken or older water meters; installs new water meters, meter boxes, and meter covers.Keeps trucks stocked with equipment, supplies, and materials; sets up and tears down work zones; sets up traffic control including safety devices, signs, and barricades, and directs traffic around worksites; ensures safety of public and work crews. Assists in performing Underground Service Alert (USA Dig-Alert) underground utility line locating; verifies all utilities are properly marked prior to excavation; assists in locating service lines, main water lines, and approximate site of leaks; assesses leaks and determines appropriate course of action; excavates concrete, pavement, and soil materials; makes necessary repairs to water lines and services; digs and backfills open trenches with appropriate material.Operates a variety of light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment, such as skip loaders, dump trucks, backhoes, welding equipment, and other power-driven equipment; cleans and performs routine maintenance and repairs on equipment; uses jackhammers, shovels, compressors, and a variety of hand and power tools.Performs a full range of maintenance and repair duties on water facilities including cleaning and flushing of water pipelines to ensure water quality as necessary.Responds to after-hours emergencies and assists other staff or the public as needed in emergency or relief situations; performs on-call, stand by duty as needed.Ensures valves and hydrants are in proper working condition; repairs fire hydrants and flow testing related equipment; performs tests as needed; assists in scheduling daily service and repair work. Performs turn-ons and shutoffs; responds to water quality complaints, as necessary.Maintains records of basic operation, maintenance, and work performed. Assists in coordinating system shutdowns; assists with coordinating construction and repairs with customers, utility agencies, City departments, and underground service alert personnel; inspects installations of water facilities in new construction projects.Assists water production and field customer service staff in related activities.Performs other duties as assigned.When assigned to Customer Service: Performs a variety of semi-skilled work to inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, remove, and replace radio read water meters, meter transmitter units, meter boxes, and related equipment; observes condition of meter or other unusual conditions relative to need for repair; maintains meters, boxes, lids, and landscape around meter boxes; installs water meters; replaces, activates, and deactivates meters and registers; ensures meters are transmitting accurate readings; reprograms meter registers.Reviews meter readings to ensure readings are accurate and current; runs calculations to verify water usage and averages; observes, investigates, and reports high water consumption issues and water use violations to supervisory staff and customers; evaluates meter reading discrepancies and recommends resolution; records readings and maintains meter history logs and related records; submits water utilization information to water billing staff; inspects and tests meters, and performs meter repair and replacement work in the field.Investigates and responds to customer complaints; checks for water leaks and broken meters; advises customers of water leaks on their properties; advises customers when an obstruction prevents reading of meter, and/or when service shut-offs may be required for maintenance purposes; turns on and turns off water supplies to properties; assists customers in resolving water volume and pressure problems; responds to inquiries related to water quality such as odor or color; performs emergency turn-ons; responds to no water complaints; notifies customers when service is to be shut off due to delinquent accounts; refers customers to the proper City personnel if additional information is requested.Assists in the monitoring, compliance, and inspection of the City's backflow testing and cross connection control programs to ensure safe water and comply with California Health Department regulations; maintains records of backflow devices and testing performed; prepares and mails backflow testing forms to property owners; prepares follow-up correspondence and contacts property owners regarding their backflow testing compliance efforts; inputs backflow test results information into a database; reviews backflow test results from third party vendors; may turn water supply off for customers who fail to comply.Performs flushing throughout the distribution system to ensure water quality per SWRCB guidelines.Per the City valve exercise program performs valve turning to meet SWRCB guidelines. Performing Underground Service Alert (USA Dig-Alert) underground utility line locating; verifies all utilities are properly marked prior to excavation; assists in locating service lines, main water linesPerforms turn-ons and shutoffs; responds to water quality complaints as necessary.Assists water production and distribution staff in related activities.Operates a variety of equipment, such as handheld devices, work truck, forklift, welding equipment, and a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to the work assignment.Responds to after-hours emergencies and assists other City departments, staff, or the public as needed in emergency or relief situations; performs on-call, stand by duty as needed.Reads and interprets maps and diagrams in the performance of the work.Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge and Skills Levels:Required in both Distribution and Customer ServiceBasic traffic control procedures, traffic laws, and traffic sign regulations. Underground Service Alert (USA Dig-Alert) procedures.Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.Basic principles and practices of record keeping. City and mandated safety rules, regulations, protocols, and occupational hazards.Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.Required when assigned to Distribution: Principles, practices, equipment, and materials used in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of water transmission and distribution systems including water mains, service lines, water meters, hydrants, and related equipment and facilities.Operation and minor maintenance of a variety of vehicles, hand and power tools, and light to heavy power equipment including concrete saws, grinders, jackhammers, loaders, dump trucks, forklifts, and backhoes.A variety of fittings, pipe sizes, and pipe types used in water distribution systems. Special Requirements:Water Utility Worker Trainee/I/II - Possession of a valid Class C California Driver License, to be maintained throughout employment.Water Utility Worker Trainee/I - Ability to obtain a Class B California Driver License with N (Tanker) endorsement, to be maintained throughout employment. Special Dates: Open: November 7, 2024 Close: December 1, 2024Online Written Exam/ Practical: TBD All candidates invited to the next step in the recruitment process will be required to complete an online basic civil service exam that will test the following areas: Reading ComprehensionWritten CommunicationMathematical AbilityMechanical ReasoningInterpersonal RelationsInterviews: TBDAFSCME Local 3915American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Local 3915COMPENSATION AND RETIREMENT CalPERS (3 TIERS)Tier 2: 2.0% @ 60 Classic members (4/30/12)(ee pays 7%)Tier 3: 2.0% @ 62 New CalPERS members (ee pays 6.25%)SALARY INCREASES 7/1/2025 - 3%§457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN(2) Nationwide options - Traditional or RothMay contribute up to $425 of Flexible Benefit PlanRETIREE MEDICAL PLAN CONTRIBUTIONSee MOU for details and eligibilityFRINGE BENEFITS AND WELLNESS FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN$1,300/month(No cash out option if hired on/after 1/1/2017)CalPERS HealthDELTA DENTAL PPOVSP VISION INSURANCECity pays for employee coverageALTCOM PROGRAMPayroll Incentive and quarterly prizesLIFE INSURANCE$50,000; City paid FREE EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PLAN (EAP)Work and life services, problem solving supportALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE EE may request alternative work schedule LEAVES AND HOLIDAYSSICK LEAVE3.69 hours/pay periodVACATION4.0 hours/payperiod(Accrual varies depending on years of service)Max accrual of 160 hoursBEREAVEMENT LEAVE40 hours/eligible deathHOLIDAYS12 Fixed holidays16 floating holidays PAID FAMILY LEAVEUp to 8 weeks of supplemental paid leave PERSONAL EMERGENCY LEAVEUp to 5 days of sick leave/12 month period for eligible requestsCOMPENSATORY TIME (NON EXEMPT EMPLOYEES)Eligible to accrue up to 85 hoursSTATE/FEDERAL LEAVESFMLA/CFRACalifornia Family Sick LeaveFamily/School Partnership ActMISCELLANEOUS TUITION REIMBURSEMENTUp to $6,200 per academic year$200 towards education materialUNIFORM AND TOOL ALLOWANCE; CALL OUT/STAND BY/BEEPER PAY (eligible positions only)AFLACOption to purchase ancillary insurancesIRS 125 and 129 Flexible SpendingSICK LEAVE CREDITUnused sick leave is converted to service credit upon retirementBILINGUAL PAY$150 month for eligible/qualified employeesLONGEVITY PAY5 - 9 years: $1,000/year 10 - 14 years: $1,500/year 15+ years: $2,000/yearF & A Credit UnionOptional free membership as a City employeeTo view benefits for this position, please click the following link:VETERANS' PREFERENCE: For non-executive Open Recruitments, three additional points will be added to the passing score of veterans who are honorably discharged with one year or more of active military duty. The DD-214 form must be submitted at time of application.SALARIES: All stated salaries are based on present information, subject to change. Appointments are generally made at the first step of a five step pay plan. All salaries are subject to statutory payroll deductions. Federal law requires that all new employees contribute 1.45% of their monthly salary to the Medicare system. All City employees are paid on a biweekly basis, for a total of 26 pay periods per year.RETIREMENT: Retirement benefits for all full-time employees are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). An employee who is hired by the City from another CalPERS agency or an agency with CalPERS reciprocity, or with a break in service 6 months or less, (aka Classic member) shall receive the CalPERS benefit formula of 2% at 60 and pay the 7% member contribution. An employee who is a new enrollment in CalPERS, is not coming from an agency with CalPERS reciprocity, or has a break in service greater than 6 months (aka New member), shall be enrolled in the CalPERS benefit formula of 2% at 62 and pay the 6.25% member contribution. No contributions are paid by the City or employee into the Social Security system.01 Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid California class C driver license? Yes No 02 I understand, if I am selected for this position, I will have to work weekends, evenings and holidays when required. Yes No 03 Please select completed certificates/licenses. Please attach completed certificates to application. Grade D1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Certification Class B California Driver License with N (Tanker endorsement) None Required Question