Water System Worker , II, III

Job Title

The City of Chowchilla is seeking qualified candidates to fill positions in our Public Works Water Division.

One (1) position will be filled based on candidate qualifications; therefore, only one classification level will be filled. Based on qualifications, applicants are to identify what level they are applying for.

Water System Worker I ($23.49 - $30.07)

Water System Worker II ($26.58 - $34.02)

Water System Worker III ($30.02 - $38.43)

"This recruitment can be closed at any time without notice."

Under general supervision, to perform maintenance, operations and repair work on the City's water distribution system; including pumps, mains, chlorinators, meters and other equipment; and complete related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Water System Worker I is the entry-level class in the Water System Worker Series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform more routine and less complex assignments within an established procedural framework where there are minimal consequences of error, including meter reading and customer service work. Incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of assigned duties.

This classification may progress to a Water System II with Department Head approval after gaining experience, possessing any specialized training and/or licensing and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher-level classification.

Essential Functions:

Essential Responsibilities:

General and Specialized Job Knowledge and Abilities

• General knowledge of operating an office computer, basic tools, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of water systems. Principles and methods of equipment inspection and preventative maintenance. Safe work practice and procedures.
• Specialized Knowledge of practices, methods, techniques and materials used in reading, maintaining, troubleshooting operating repairing water meters, water distribution and underground lines and related equipment, methos and techniques of troubleshooting and testing, installing and repairing meters and minor leaks; business arithmetic, basic street, underground and landscape maintenance practices; such as, mowing, edging, weed abatement, basic plumbing practices; occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
• Ability to: perform maintenance and repair on a variety of water production and distribution facilities; read and accurately record water meter reading; read and interpret maps and plans; work independently without immediate supervision; complete accurate records and reports; perform arithmetic computation quickly and accurately wok weekends and holidays as required; work flexible hours, including responding to emergency situations off hour as needed;
  
  communicate clearly and concisely, deal tactfully and courteously with the public, often in difficult or strained circumstances; both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Resources, Including Money, Equipment, Materials and Records :
Various hand and power tools, digging and cutting tools, portable generator, cellphone, reports, forms,…