What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Water Distribution Crew Chief position at Philadelphia, City of (PA)?
CONTACT INFORMATION:
The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is
Jenna R. Smith
City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
Phone: 215-686-0874
Fax: 215-686-0861
Email: jenna.smith@phila.gov
For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov
ELIGIBLE LIST: DEPARTMENTAL-ONLY PROMOTIONAL
Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Water Department will be established as a result of this examination.
Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.
PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS:
Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other people receiving an identical test score.
To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence later in this form.
The response on this application will be used to determine eligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements.
If an applicant does not respond to the appropriate residence question, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must be determined by the date of the test administration. No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration.WRITTEN EXAM DATE:
This computer-based examination will be scheduled for December 16, 2026. Please note that this examination date is subject to change.
Candidates will need access to a desktop computer or laptop with a webcam and internet access to take the examination. If you do not have access to a desktop computer or laptop with a webcam and internet access, please contact Jenna R. Smith at jenna.smith@phila.gov and alternative arrangements will be made for you to take this examination.
An Eligible List will be established the week of December 21, 2026. Please note that this date may change.
TEST REVIEW:
In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091B, candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file appeals to the key answers. Call 215-686-0880 if you wish to schedule a Test Review.
High School/GEDThe following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.
1. CIVIL SERVICE STATUS:
Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Water
Department with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.
AND
2. GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience in the installation, repair or maintenance of water mains and appurtenances.
AND
3. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience performing emergency water distribution repair work.
OR
Any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience to be determined by the Office of Human Resources.
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA CLASSES THAT TYPICALLY QUALIFY:
Emergency Water Distribution Repair Worker (7B13)
PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of employment as an Emergency Water Distribution Crew Chief.
Salary : $53,383 - $59,673