Introduction At Scottsdale Water, we pride ourselves on delivering superior quality water and service to the Scottsdale community. Our employees ensure a safe, sustainable drinking water system, operate an innovative water reclamation system and help Scottsdale Water consistently maintain its position as one of the nation's most advanced and efficient water utilities.
We value our employees and challenge them to constantly improve how we do business. Our team is made up of professionals from all disciplines - engineering, finance, operations, laboratory science, chemistry, public relations, hydrology, customer service, electrical, maintenance and so much more.
About the Position:The Water Services Worker III performs a variety of customer service and Water related field services, primarily involving underground utility identification, i.e., "Blue Staking."
Please Note: Review of applications will be held weekly; the posting will be closed when a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Selection Process:The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process, and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview and an assessment exercise. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
- Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
- Criminal Background screening
- Drug Screen
- Motor Vehicle Record Check
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here . Benefits Highlights: The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
- City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
- Pet Insurance
- Bilingual pay compensation
Please visit the Benefits Information page for more information. The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time.PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience:- A High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
- Two years' experience with a water and/or wastewater distribution system, large sprinkler system, or equivalent capacity.
Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements: The Scottsdale Water Resources Division offers an Operator Certification Incentive Program up to $750.00 per certification for those employees who obtain certifications above what is required of their positions. The department recognizes the intrinsic value of operator certifications and the added value to the city of having a workforce that possess them.
- Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
- Within one year of hire or promotion, must possess and maintain Grade 1 certifications from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality in Water and Wastewater. The certifications must include one in Water Treatment or Water Distribution; and one in Wastewater Treatment or Wastewater Collections.
- Some assignments within this job classification require the use of a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement. Employees in these assignments are expected to possess or obtain within six months of promotion or hire a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver License (CDL) with the Tanker endorsement. CDL assigned employees must maintain a valid CDL with appropriate endorsements and will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as required by law.
- Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.
Essential Functions - Locates and marks water and sewer lines, water valves, sewer manholes, and sewer laterals as requested through Arizona Blue Stake Center and required by State law prior to excavating.
- Investigates water leaks and reports of sewer stoppages. Determines appropriate cause of action. Repairs minor water leaks when required.
- Isolates water mains as part of repairs to lines, hydrants, or valves.
- Inspects sewers for flow and direction.
- Installs residential and commercial water meters for new home construction and replaces failed water meters. Sets construction flow meters, digital recorders, and hydrant meters.
- Responds to citizen requests on: water quality or pressure problems, sewer odor, and roach complaints.
- Observes and monitors data to determine compliance with prescribed operating and safety standards.
- Responds appropriately to correct operational and security deficiencies.
- Drives a motor vehicle in order to travel to various city sites to mark utility lines and make water distribution line repairs.
CDL Assignment:- Qualifies for a DOT Medical Certification Card on a regular basis as determined by the authorizing DOT physician as appropriate to the job assignment.
- Operate a dump truck for after-hours emergencies or as needed by the department.
- Drive and operate a Hydro Excavation truck to assist crews with soft digs or cleanup.
Work Environment/Physical Demands - Perform manual work that requires standing and moving for continuous periods of time, lifting, bending, and climbing stairs and rough terrain.
- Carry large valve keys and turn them, requiring substantial upper body twisting and force.
- Remove manhole covers, requiring swinging a sledge hammer, prying off, and dragging the heavy covers.
- Comply with all OSHA safety standards including Confined Space entry, Trenching and Shoring, and Traffic Barricade set up.
- Works in small areas and must climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
- May move and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) both short and long distances.
- Exposure to dust, odor, noise, inclement weather, and temperature extremes.
- Drive a city vehicle or equipment maintaining constant vigilance to the road and surrounding area.
- May work rotating weekend shifts and a call-out schedule.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
