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Job Description

THIS CLASSIFICATION ABOLISHED 10/22/2007

WATER SERVICES WORKER TRAINEE

(Non-classified)

JOB CODE 50290

Effective Date:	Rev. 07/05A

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to learn the skills required to perform water service work in the water distribution system by participating in City education and training programs as well as in on-the-job training. Incumbents assist with a variety of tasks involved in the maintenance, installation, and repair the water distribution system's water mains, service connections, fire hydrants and valves with guidance and direction from a Water Services Crew Leader, under the general supervision of a Water Services Foreman. Assigned duties increase in scope and difficulty as the Water Services Worker Trainee demonstrates the ability to perform such duties. Performance is evaluated after each segment of the 12-month structured training program is completed. Successful completion of the training program results in appointment to the Water Services Worker classification.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Learns and then performs with increasing independence Water Services Worker duties;
• Installs, maintains, and repairs water mains, water service connections, fire hydrants, and valves;
• Sets up barricades and other warning devices to channel traffic around construction areas or other hazards;
• Cuts, taps, and threads water pipe and makes copper, plastic or other joint connections;
• Operates mobile equipment such as dump trucks, crew trucks, small trenching machines, and small tractor-mounted dozers in support of installation and repair work;
• Operates power driven machinery such as jack hammers, tampers or other similarly sized equipment;
• Cleans work area after after completing job assignments;
• Notifies customers of necessity for interruptions of water service;
• Opens and closes main valves, manually or with a valve operating machine, for water main extensions or repairs;
• Locates valves and water meters using quarter section maps or electronic detectors;
• Raises, lowers or relocates water mains, water meters, valves, and fire hydrants to allow clearance for other utilities or improvements;
• Sets meter boxes and water meters and records meter reading and other required meter identification information;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Equipment and machinery mechanics.

Ability to:

• Work cooperatively with other City employees.
• Work in small, cramped spaces, such as ditches, to repair water mains or service connections.
• Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements.
• Learn methods and techniques of water distribution system repair, maintenance, and installation.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions in the English language.
• Learn and practice trench safety regulations, hard hat, and vest policies.
• Learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation in an on-the-job training setting.
• Use common hand tools, such as hammers, saws, screw drivers or similar tools.
• Move heavy objects (50 pounds or more) long distances (more than 20 feet).
• Read, comprehend, and interpret written material in the English language such as operation manuals and Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Travel across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces at excavation sites.
• Set up or remove barricades, traffic cones or similar objects.
• Coordinate the movement of more than one limb simultaneously to operate a jack hammer or repair pipes.
• Develop skill in the use of tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution system.
• Measure distance using a tape measure or other measuring device.
• Observe or monitor objects to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Additional Requirements:

• Possession of a Grade I Arizona Department of Health Services Water certification within eighteen months of hire.
• This classification requires the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. In addition, individuals are required to pass an Arizona Department of Transportation physical exam and possess the appropriate commercial driver's license. Pre-employment drug testing is required, and employees will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as a condition of continued employment. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
• Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending upon work location, assignment, or shift.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Demonstrated ability to do mechanical work as shown by prior experience and training or through examination. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.