What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Utility Worker I - Specialty Construction (First 50 Qualified) position at City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department?
Job Summary
Are you looking for an opportunity for professional growth and development? Consider joining the City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department as a Water Utility Worker I.
The City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department is seeking a self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment responsible for performing entry level unskilled and semi-skilled work in construction and maintenance of pipelines and water services, construction work assisting others in the fabrication and assembly of various utility water projects, and/or testing, overhauling, and repairing of water meters and perform semi-skilled and skilled painting work, including sandblasting, cleaning and re-coating interiors and exteriors.
The Water Utility Worker I is the entry level class in the Water Utility Worker series and performs the more routine tasks and must be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of hand tools and have knowledge of skilled crafts and mechanical procedures.
The ideal candidate will have graduated from high school, or equivalent, a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator Grade I certificate, and preferably one (1) year of experience in water system construction installation and maintenance or repair.
Current vacancies are in the Specialty Construction Section of the Water Utility Division.
Click Here to view the Water Utility Worker I job description
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from high school or GED/equivalent;
Experience: One (1) year of experience in water system construction installation and maintenance or repair is highly desirable.
Certificates: Must have and maintain a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 certificate. Must submit a copy of the required SWRCB Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 certification at the time of application.
Possession of a valid California Class “C” driver’s license required upon application. For out of state applicants, a valid driver’s license is required and a valid California Class “C” driver’s license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (CA Vehicle Code 12505c).
Necessary Special Requirements
An employee within this classification may be designated as a “key responder” and as such shall be required to respond to non-normal working hour emergency operational conditions.
Must be clean shaven or have trimmed facial hair in order to properly use personal respirators and SCBA equipment. Must pass a respirator medical exam and be physically able to wear SCBA equipment. Must be able to work in enclosed spaces while wearing protective clothing under extreme temperatures and hazardous environment.
Physical Tasks and Environmental Conditions
Work involves exposure to potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals and infectious disease including smoke, fumes, gas, treated water, high frequency noise, dirt, dust, grease, oil, chemicals, solvents and toxic agents. Incumbents need to be able to tolerate unpleasant odors, wet conditions and uncomfortable climatic conditions. There is frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, crawl, climb and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday.
Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in a field setting in varying weather conditions, to operate hand tools and mechanical and motorized equipment, to transport materials and supplies weighing up to 75 pounds and to travel to various locations. Must be able to see in the normal visual range with or without correction with vision sufficient to see color and read small print as well as distance. Must be able to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The San Bernardino Municipal Water Department offers a complete benefits package to full-time General Unit employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Retirement for Current Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are current (Classic) members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% @ 55; highest single year of compensation.
Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who are not a member of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% @ 62; 3 year final compensation. New members will be obligated to pay 50% of the “normal cost” of their retirement benefits as required by State law.
To learn more details please visit our benefits page and our MOU page.
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Do you have a valid Driver's License? Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. For out of State applicants, a valid driver's license is required. A valid Class "C" California Driver's License must be obtained within (10) days of appointment.
Did you graduate from High School or do you have a GED/Equivalent?
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
Do you have a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator Grade 1, or higher, certificate? A copy of the required certificate must be submitted with your application.
Do you have work experience in water system construction, installation, and maintenance or repair?
If you indicated having water system construction, installation, and maintenance or repair experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."
Are you looking for an opportunity for professional growth and development? Consider joining the City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department as a Water Utility Worker I.
The City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department is seeking a self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment responsible for performing entry level unskilled and semi-skilled work in construction and maintenance of pipelines and water services, construction work assisting others in the fabrication and assembly of various utility water projects, and/or testing, overhauling, and repairing of water meters and perform semi-skilled and skilled painting work, including sandblasting, cleaning and re-coating interiors and exteriors.
The Water Utility Worker I is the entry level class in the Water Utility Worker series and performs the more routine tasks and must be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of hand tools and have knowledge of skilled crafts and mechanical procedures.
The ideal candidate will have graduated from high school, or equivalent, a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator Grade I certificate, and preferably one (1) year of experience in water system construction installation and maintenance or repair.
Current vacancies are in the Specialty Construction Section of the Water Utility Division.
Click Here to view the Water Utility Worker I job description
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from high school or GED/equivalent;
Experience: One (1) year of experience in water system construction installation and maintenance or repair is highly desirable.
Certificates: Must have and maintain a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 certificate. Must submit a copy of the required SWRCB Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 certification at the time of application.
Possession of a valid California Class “C” driver’s license required upon application. For out of state applicants, a valid driver’s license is required and a valid California Class “C” driver’s license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (CA Vehicle Code 12505c).
Necessary Special Requirements
An employee within this classification may be designated as a “key responder” and as such shall be required to respond to non-normal working hour emergency operational conditions.
Must be clean shaven or have trimmed facial hair in order to properly use personal respirators and SCBA equipment. Must pass a respirator medical exam and be physically able to wear SCBA equipment. Must be able to work in enclosed spaces while wearing protective clothing under extreme temperatures and hazardous environment.
Physical Tasks and Environmental Conditions
Work involves exposure to potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals and infectious disease including smoke, fumes, gas, treated water, high frequency noise, dirt, dust, grease, oil, chemicals, solvents and toxic agents. Incumbents need to be able to tolerate unpleasant odors, wet conditions and uncomfortable climatic conditions. There is frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, crawl, climb and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday.
Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in a field setting in varying weather conditions, to operate hand tools and mechanical and motorized equipment, to transport materials and supplies weighing up to 75 pounds and to travel to various locations. Must be able to see in the normal visual range with or without correction with vision sufficient to see color and read small print as well as distance. Must be able to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The San Bernardino Municipal Water Department offers a complete benefits package to full-time General Unit employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Retirement for Current Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are current (Classic) members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% @ 55; highest single year of compensation.
Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who are not a member of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% @ 62; 3 year final compensation. New members will be obligated to pay 50% of the “normal cost” of their retirement benefits as required by State law.
To learn more details please visit our benefits page and our MOU page.
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Do you have a valid Driver's License? Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. For out of State applicants, a valid driver's license is required. A valid Class "C" California Driver's License must be obtained within (10) days of appointment.
- Yes
- No
Did you graduate from High School or do you have a GED/Equivalent?
- Yes
- No
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
- Less than High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent
- High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent
- Less than 2 years of college
- 2 years of college
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
Do you have a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator Grade 1, or higher, certificate? A copy of the required certificate must be submitted with your application.
- Yes
- No
Do you have work experience in water system construction, installation, and maintenance or repair?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
- 2 years but less than 3 years experience
- 3 or more years of experience
If you indicated having water system construction, installation, and maintenance or repair experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."
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