Water/Wastewater Maintenance Worker II ID - 12855
Job Description
Water/Wastewater Maintenance Worker II - $56,472.57 to $68,642.83 annual salary
The examination process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience as possible, as a resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application materials.
Job descriptions are intended to present a broad and general range of duties which includes, purpose, responsibilities, and scope of work. Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Performs and assists in a wide variety of routine, sometimes heavy, skilled and semi-skilled manual labor in the construction, maintenance and repair of streets, maintenance, installation and repair of water, wastewater, and storm drain utility infrastructure, and related duties throughout the city; operate power-driven equipment; and perform other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
Receives supervision from higher level personnel and/or assigned lead workers.
Occasionally exercises technical supervision over other personnel, including part-time and temporary workers.
Examples of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Installs and/or provides maintenance on domestic water and wastewater utility infrastructure including: water mains, municipal water wells and storage facilities, fire hydrants, wastewater lift stations, wastewater manholes, and infrastructure at the White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility;
Operates, repairs and maintains water valves, water meters, pumps, and related facilities; performs preventive maintenance of equipment including greasing, oils changes, packing adjustments; operates shop equipment and small power tools;
Operates a variety of equipment including tractors, backhoes, Vactor, Trucks, TV inspection equipment, soil compaction equipment, asphalt and concrete saw cutting equipment, jackhammers and compressors, backhoes, dump trucks and numerous other types of light and heavy equipment;
Performs other duties related to the operation of the department and the city, including additional duties that enable the department and City to meet the diverse needs of its community.
May assist the Street Division in a variety of related tasks.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Methods, materials, and equipment used in construction and maintenance; basic maintenance methods and equipment; methods, techniques, tools, and mechanical equipment associated with carpentry repairs, plumbing and construction;
Purpose and uses of a variety of light and heavy equipment, vehicles, and power tools;
Safe work practices including confined space entry and traffic control procedures
Specific attributes of the City of Lodi street system or water/wastewater system.
Ability To
Assist in a wide variety of routine, sometimes heavy, skilled and semi-skilled manual labor in the construction, maintenance and repair of streets, water, wastewater, storm drain infrastructure, and other related duties throughout the city;
Perform skilled maintenance; construction, and repair work in the area of work assigned;
Operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner in routine situations; use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, and power tools and equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner;
Appear for work on time; work scheduled hours (in a crew oriented environment) which are subject to change (with reasonable advance notice in order to meet the needs of the department.
Read and interpret basic maps, plans, and blueprints;
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
Understand and follow oral and written instructions; follow directions from a supervisor; accept constructive criticism; work independently with minimal supervision; understand and follow posted work rules and procedures;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education And Experience
Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
Two (2) years experience in construction and/or maintenance work with at least one of those years equivalent to a Water/Wastewater Maintenance Worker I with the City of Lodi.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid Commercial Class A Driver’s License issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles with the appropriate endorsements, as mandated by the State of California Commercial Vehicle Code.
Possession of a Grade 1 Water Distribution Operator certificate.
Working Conditions
Environmental Conditions
Exposure to safety hazards including, fumes or odors, dusts or gases, chemicals, toxic materials, oil, and a variety of mechanical machinery. Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens; exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
Physical Conditions
Essential and Marginal functions require maintaining physical conditions necessary for standing, walking, sitting, driving, carrying, pushing, climbing, bending at waist, stooping, crouching, reaching, kneeling, crawling, hearing, sense of smell and sense of touch, lifting and pulling up to 75 pounds.
- FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
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Supplemental Information
Interested applicants must submit an online application at www.lodi.gov. No paper applications will be accepted. For technical difficulties with your online application, please call the Neogov helpline at 855-524-5627.
Telephone: 209-333-6704. Persons with hearing impairment, please call the California Relay Service 7-1-1.
Selection Process: Only the best qualified applicants will be invited to continue in the recruitment process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of fair employment practices regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation or belief, or other unlawful discrimination.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT - In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the City of Lodi provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations must contact the Human Resources Division upon application submittal to confirm the request.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION - City of Lodi is authorized and required by the state of California to access Local, State, and/or Federal criminal history as part of the testing process. This process can be completed by initial fingerprinting and/or a full Background investigation pursuant to Penal Code
- 11105(b)(10),
- 11105.3,
- 13300(b)(10); Education Code
- 10911.5; Public Resources Code
- 5164) and in compliance with the City of Lodi's Fingerprinting Policy and Procedure. As a future employee or volunteer, you are required to be fingerprinted and processed through the Department of Justice and cleared before you can start. All information obtained will be kept in strict confidentiality.
HIRING PROCEDURE - Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications by the final filing date. Eligible lists are established upon successful completion of the selection process. The candidates must be successful in each part of the testing. To fill each vacancy the hiring department will request names to be certified from the eligible list and will make a selection from this certification list.
CONDITIONAL JOB OFFERS - Conditional job offers are subject to successful completion of a medical drug screen and/or physical. Candidates should not quit or give notice to their current employer until final notification has been awarded by the Human Resources Division.
MEDICAL-DRUG SCREENING – All positions may be subject to a physical or drug screen issued by a qualified medical physician assigned by the Human Resources Division. Under the requirements of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Lodi has been designated as a drug-free workplace.
APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be required to execute an oath of allegiance and complete Form I-9 - Employment Eligibility Verification in compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act. United States citizenship is not required. All new appointees are required to successfully complete a probationary period of twelve months.
Employment Benefits
SALARY - The starting salary is the first rate shown on the job announcement. Advancement to the higher steps of the salary range is based upon merit in accordance with the Salary Ordinance and Rules for Personnel Administration. Eligibility for the first merit increase is effective after 12 months and for additional merit increases after one year intervals until the employee has reached the maximum step.
HOLIDAY, VACATION, SICK, AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - Holiday - An average of 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation - 2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Sick Leave - 10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Administrative Leave - Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per fiscal year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated).
HEALTH INSURANCE - Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents. A portion of the premiums may be the employee's responsibility.
LIFE INSURANCE AND LONG TERM DISABILITY - The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance, and offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee's salary.
RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION - The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (P.E.R.S.). Lodi is not a member of the Social Security System except for the required medical contribution. Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This bulletin does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions or job duties contained in this bulletin may include modifications pending labor agreements and/or council approval.
NOTE: Employee Benefits stated herein are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed.
Vacation
0-5 years = 10 days/year.
6-11 years = 15 days/year
12-14 years = 17 days/year
15 years & over = 20 days/year
Maximum carryover is 2 times accrual rate per year. No cash out allowed.
Sick Leave
12 days/year
Holidays
13 ½ days per year.
Health Benefits
All employees are offered medical insurance for themselves and dependent(s) through CalPERS Medical Plans. Effective January 1, 2023, City shall pay a monthly maximum towards medical premiums as follows:
$771.35 per month for Employee Only
$1,542.71 per month for Employee +1
$2,005.52 per month for Family.
If employee selects a higher cost plan, employee will pay the difference as a payroll deduction.
If an employee elects not to be covered by medical insurance through the City of Lodi, an additional:
$692.81 per month for family
$532.92 for employee + 1 dependent
$305.22 for single
will be added to either the employee's deferred compensation account or cash. In order to qualify for this provision, proof of group insurance must be provided to the City.
The City shall pay the full cost for the employee and their dependents dental premium for the term of this agreement. The City agrees to provide a vision care plan, equivalent to the VSP Plan B, with a $25.00 deductible for the employee and dependents; the entire premium to be paid by City.
Deferred Compensation
A deferred compensation plan is available at the employee's option. The City matches up to 3% of the employee's base salary, subject to Federal Tax laws.
Education Allowance
Tuition Reimbursement up to $3000 per fiscal year as per City policy.
Life Insurance
The City agrees to provide a life insurance program providing an additional $10,000 term life insurance for the employee.
Long Term Disability
After a 60 day waiting period, coverage is 66 2/3% of salary, employer covers 100% of premium.
Retirement
New employees into the CalPERS retirement system are enrolled in the 2%@62, three-year average retirement formula. Employees hired after January 1, 2013 with less than a six-month break in CalPERS (or reciprocal agencies) are enrolled in the 2%@55, three-year retirement formula. At present, employees will contribute towards the employee portion of their CalPERS retirement costs. If additional information is needed regarding CalPERS retirement plans/costs, please contact Human Resources.
Employees shall pay the employee portion of Retirement Benefits as follows:
Effective December 31, 2013 and thereafter - 7.0%
01
I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete all of the application (education, experience, etc.) along with the following Supplemental Questions and provide concise but detailed answers. I understand these responses must match the information I provide in the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. When answering narrative descriptions of my experience, I understand that I must include the name of the employer, dates of employment, and the name and phone number of my supervisor.
Do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
I certify that all the information provided on my application and this Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of my knowledge.
- I have read and understand the above instructions
02
This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Do you possess and meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you currently possess a valid Commercial Class A Driver's License with endorsements, as mandated by the State of California Commercial Vehicle Code? If you answer "YES", you must attach a copy of your valid Class A Driver's license.
- Yes
- No
04
This position requires possession, at time of application, and continued maintenance of a Grade I Water Distribution certificate from the California State Water Resources Control Board. Do you currently possess a Grade I Water Distribution certificate?
- Yes
- No
05
If you answered "YES" to question 4, you must attach a copy of your valid Grade I Distribution Operator certificate. I have attached a copy of my valid Grade I Distribution Operator certificate.
- Yes
- No
06
How many years of construction and/or maintenance experience do you possess?
- less than 2 years
- 2-3 years
- 4-6 years
- 7 plus years
07
Please check the boxes next to each area in which you have at least one year of full time experience:
- Street construction, maintenance and repair
- Maintenance, installation and repair of municipal wastewater and storm drain infrastructure
- Heavy equipment operation (i.e. vactor trucks, soil compaction equipment, dump trucks, and tractors)
- Building construction, maintenance and repair
- Interpretation of maps and blueprints
- Required Question
