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Several full-time positions available with the KC Water Distribution System Repair Division located at 2409 E. 18th Street. Salary Range: $16.05-$24.31/hour Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Thursday, 5:00 P.M. to 3:30 A.M. or Weekend Nights: Friday-Saturday, 5:00 P.M. to 6:00 A.M. and Sunday, 5:00 P.M. to 5:30 A.M. Application Deadline Date: Open Until Filled Responsibilities Operation of heavy-duty, complex, and specialized automotive construction equipment in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water distribution mains, lines, hydrants, and valves. Operates assigned heavy equipment and other equipment as needed. In absence of or in addition to equipment operation duties, performs labor duties related to the installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance of water distribution mains, lines, hydrants and valves. Operates heavy excavator in excavating deep trenches for the installation of water mains. Operates backhoe for excavating deep ditches for the repair, installation, and replacement of water lines and mains. Operates heavy tractor trailer to transport heavy equipment on heavy duty transport trailer. Operates valve turning trucks and participates in valve turning for main shuts to assist contractors, engineers, or a district, or for routine maintenance. Qualifications REQUIRES 4 years of increasingly responsible experience in the operation of heavy and complex construction and maintenance equipment, including 1 year at the level of Equipment Operator. Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies. May be required to possess a valid MO Class A, B, or C CDL prior to the end of the employee's probationary period as determined by the department. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post offer physical examination as prescribed by the City. Preference given to applicants with extensive backhoe experience and a high school diploma or GED. Other Information URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION QUESTIONS REGARDING AVIATION POSITIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE AVIATION DEPARTMENT AT 816-243-3010. POSITIONS POSTED FOR THE WATER SERVICES DEPARTMENT ARE FOR THE WATER SERVICES DEPARTMENT ONLY . QUESTIONS REGARDING THESE POSITIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO 816-513-0253. IF YOU SEE THE SAME POSITION TITLE POSTED FOR A DIFFERENT DEPARTMENT, YOU MUST SUBMIT A SEPARATE APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE OTHER CITY DEPARTMENT. The evaluation of applications is based only on the information submitted by the application deadline. Therefore, in order to have your application properly considered, you should include all relevant dates, i.e., attendance at educational institutions, date degree(s) conferred, etc. Further, you should provide detailed description of relevant work experience/dates, including months/years of employment. Failure to submit a completed application may eliminate you from the selection process. Resumes may be filed to determine eligibility, but an official City application must be completed prior to appointment. For positions requiring college education as part of the minimum requirement and/or an equivalency, the minimum education requirement is high school graduation. The requirement of "high school graduation" also includes the state-issued GED certificate. For positions that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional, responsible experience must be obtained AFTER receipt of the accredited degree. Unless otherwise stated, the requirement of "an accredited" degree includes only those degrees obtained from colleges or universities listed with the U. S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. If claiming military veterans preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other qualifying documents prior to the application deadline. Applications submitted in person or by USPS mail must be received by the published Application Deadline, 5:00P.M., C.T. Applications submitted by FAX or online must be received by the published Application Deadline, midnight, C.T. All positions require successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check. Non-residents, if appointed, must establish residency within the city limits of Kansas City, MO within nine months. The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. EOE. POLICY OF NON DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY The City of KCMO does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation should contact the KC Water Human Resources Division at (816) 513-0253.

Job Summary Relocating? Explore all that Mohave County has to offer at: http://www.mohavedevelopment.org/liveandplay/live-play/ Mohave County Public Works Department is now recruiting for a Road Maintenance Worker Specialist - Blade Operator in Colorado City Advanced journey level work involved in the operation of equipment utilized in the maintenance and repair of county-maintained roads and property. This position is in the Road Maintenance Worker series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the complexity of duties assigned and the effective operation of equipment with specialized operation of a specific piece of heavy equipment. Incumbents at this level are required to be fully trained in all related procedures and specifically to an assigned piece of equipment. Positions are normally filled by advancement from the Road Maintenance Worker series with appropriate specific on-the-job training of the operation and utilization of a piece of equipment, or when filled from outside, requires prior general equipment operation experience of medium to heavy equipment and experience specific to the equipment assignment. Appointment to this level requires that the incumbent be performing the full range of duties and meet the qualification standards for the class. REPORTS TO Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level of authority. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May provide technical supervision to Road Maintenance Workers and Road Maintenance Worker Seniors in the absence of Crew leader or Supervisor. May exercise functional supervision of subordinates to include overseeing, assigning and directing the activities of a work crew. Based on work assignment, determines the best course of action. Essential Job Functions Work is subject to varying job site assignments and may be subject to call back, overtime, and irregular schedules including completion of work assignments on weekends and holidays. Performs a variety of road maintenance and repair tasks by performing various manual labor assignments, such as, but not limited to: checking grade of road, mixing asphalt, shoveling, raking, chip sealing, patching, sweeping, trimming trees, weeding, mowing, removing debris, installing cattle guards, placing of barricades and cones, and flagging of traffic. Utilizes various hand and power tools and equipment such as: jackhammers, compressors, drills, chain saw, mower, shovel, rake, and weed eater. Operates, maintains and services a specific assigned piece of equipment to include: remote blade, tractor/ trailer, chip spreader, 4,000 gallon water truck, bituminous distributor, or laydown machine. Operates and services equipment in the maintenance and repair of roads and to haul materials and equipment. Utilizes heavy equipment which consists of: backhoe, screening plant, scraper, dozer and blade, tandem axle truck, front end loaders, rollers, and sweepers. Light equipment which consists of: single axle truck, tractor/mower, and other related equipment. Direct equipment to perform work assignments, such as, but not limited to: sweeping road/street, watering road, cleaning and installing culverts, rolling asphalt, loading trucks, hauling heavy equipment and materials. Adheres to safety procedures in work areas and in performance of work assignments Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. Cleans, maintains and services required equipment and tools used during performance of work assignments. Adheres to equipment operating requirements established by manufacturer and by department policy and procedures. Provides responsible operation of county equipment concurrent with industry practice and license requirements. Adheres to performance specifications when issued for routine of job specific work. Provides appropriate traffic control when required and in accordance with county standards. Train Road Maintenance Workers and Road Maintenance Worker Seniors in the proper use of construction equipment including start up and shut down procedures. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Performs related work as required. Performs special assignments as requested. Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma/GED (General Education Degree) Five (5) years actual operating experience of a specific piece of equipment utilized in the maintenance and repair of roads such as a Road Maintenance Worker or Road Maintenance Worker Senior or related field involving the operation of equipment utilized in the maintenance and repair of roads, streets, and property. An equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum requirements. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT Must possess a valid Driver's License for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License Class A with N Endorsement (tank vehicle), without E Restriction (manual transmission), without L Restriction (air brakes), without O Restriction (fifth wheel connection), and without Z Restriction (air brakes), within six (6) months of appointment to the position. Must provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Must pass drug screen post offer. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: Road maintenance and repair methods and materials such as understanding grade stakes and methods of drainage. Operation and servicing of heavy equipment utilized in the performance of work in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads. Traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in equipment operation such as Arizona's Bule Stake Law and heavy equipment and tractor/trailer operations. Safety hazards, practices and procedures related to road maintenance repair work and the operation of heavy equipment. Distribution of appropriate quantities of materials and the methods of distributing the materials used in the maintenance of roads. Skill in: Use and care of equipment, tools, and materials used in road maintenance and repair activities. Safe and effective operation and servicing of medium to heavy equipment including, but not limited to: chip spreader, tractor/trailer, remote blade, water truck, bituminous distributor and laydown machine. Ability to: Effectively service, maintain and operate assigned equipment and other related equipment and tools in accordance with standard operating and safety procedures. Work independently and determine best course of action to effectively perform work assignments. Fulfill physical requirements of work assignments. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associate personnel and general public. Understand and follow, quickly and accurately, oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with persons of diverse Ethnic, Educational and Economic backgrounds, and personnel contacted in the course of work. Drive a manual shift transmission. Perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. Closing Date/Time:

Minimum Qualifications This position will be posted at both the AW Pipeline Technician Worker and Associate levels. Minimum Qualifications for the AW Pipeline Technician Worker: At least 18 years of age. Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver License. Must be able to obtain the appropriate class Commercial Driver License with endorsements within ninety days of employment. The minimum qualifications for the AW Pipeline Technician Associate: At least 18 years of age. Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent. One (1) year of experience in general construction maintenance, general underground utility construction maintenance, or plumbing activities. Licenses and Certifications Required: Valid Texas Class "C" Driver License. Must be able to obtain the appropriate class Commercial Driver License with endorsements within ninety days of employment. Must obtain and maintain certification for Respiratory Protection and Confined Space Entry. Positions in water distribution require a Class D Water Operator License from TCEQ within one (1) year of hire. Must obtain a Class C Water Distribution License from TCEQ before Class D expires. Positions in wastewater collection require a Class I Wastewater Collection License from TCEQ within one (1) year of hire. Notes to Applicants To learn more about what it means to be an Austin Water Pipeline Technician Worker and the benefits of working for Austin Water, please click here for our informational brochure. These positions may be filled at the following locations, for the following shifts: Construction & Rehabilitation Services Tim Louviere Service Center, 6301-B Harold Court Monday - Thursday, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm Collection System Maintenance North Service Center, 901 W. Koenig Ln Monday - Friday, 10:30 am - 7:00 pm or Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 3:30 pm Distribution System Maintenance Glen Bell Service Center, 3907 S. Industrial Lane Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm or Monday - Friday, 3:30 pm - 12:00 am When completing the City of Austin employment application: A detailed, complete employment application helps us to better evaluate your qualifications, and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for the position. Please detail on the application any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Provide each job title and employment dates for all jobs included on the application. Please include contact information for previous employers. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment or computer software used. Please note that we are not accepting resumes so a complete application is essential. If you are selected to interview: Your skills and competencies for this job will be assessed prior to being invited to an in-person interview. General Pre-Employment Requirements: If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Valid Texas Class "C" or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, hold a current applicable driver's license, and have no more than six (6) points assessed on Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ). Please review the City of Austin Driving Standards to assess your driving record. DRE will be verified through the Department of Public Safety. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City's Driver Record Evaluation Standards. Commercial Driver's License This position requires that newly hired employees must be able to obtain appropriate class of Commercial Driver's License with endorsements within ninety days of employment. Employees must comply with the Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing rules as outlined by the City of Austin Alcohol and Drug Policy for Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles. Work Environment This position is in a heavy industrial setting and requires performing all duties associated with operating heavy equipment outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat, cold and rain. This position will include cross training in operations of various equipment. Position will require adaptability and willingness to change or modify work load on demand and multitask. Position requires working in environments which may have hazardous situations. Confined Space Entry Requirements Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee are hindered. Candidates must be able to qualify for Austin Water's Respiratory Protection Program. Physical Requirements This position will require that you be able to perform duties with confidence climbing heights of up to 20 feet on ladders that support up to 300 lbs., descending into confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of a SRL Body Harness that supports up to 283 lbs., including 18 lbs. of equipment, and lifting and/or carrying equipment or supplies weighing up to 50 lbs., unassisted. Pre-Employment Testing Requirements Selected candidates will be required to complete and pass a physical exam and drug and alcohol screening test. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment Functional (FC) strength/agility test (with or without accommodations) to be considered for this position. All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more - click HERE for more information. Pay Range Worker: $15.60 - $17.87/hr. Associate: $17.38 - $21.72/hr. Hours Divisions have varying shifts, including days and nights. Please see shift information by location/Service Center in Notes to Applicants. All employees are required to be available for overtime, call-back, and on-call for emergency response on nights, weekends, and holidays. Job Close Date 04/28/2021 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Various Locations, See "Notes to Applicants" Preferred Qualifications Experience working in all weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, and rain Experience using hand tools and power tools Knowledge of safety practices and procedures Experience interacting directly with customers and providing a high level of customer service Experience using blueprints, construction documents, underground utility drawings, map grids, or computerized mapping software Experience setting up temporary traffic control devices Computer navigation skills and familiarity with a computer work order system Experience operating heavy equipment such a backhoe, mini-excavator, skid steer, etc. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities For the Duties, Functions and Responsibilities of this position, please click the appropriate job description below: Austin Water Pipeline Technician Worker Job Description Austin Water Pipeline Technician Associate Job Description Knowledge, Skills and Abilities For the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of this position, please click the appropriate job description below: Austin Water Pipeline Technician Worker Job Description Austin Water Pipeline Technician Associate Job Description Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires that you must be at least 18 years of age with a High School diploma or GED. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * This position requires you to work various shifts including Holidays, weekends, nights and on-call rotation. Are you able to comply with this requirement? Yes No * This position will require that you be able to perform duties with confidence climbing heights in excess of 20 feet on ladders that support up to 300 lbs., descending into confined spaces up to 30 feet deep with the use of a SRL Body Harness that supports up to 265 lbs., and lifting and or carrying equipment or supplies weighting up to 50 lbs., unassisted. Will you be able to fulfill these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations? Yes No * This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver license or, if selected for this position, do you the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver license by your hire date? Yes No * Position will require you to obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 90 days of employment with the City. Please select from the following: I have a current Class A CDL I have a current Class B CDL I am able to obtain appropriate CDL within 90 days of hire I am not able to obtain appropriate CDL within 90 days of hire * How many years of experience do you have in general construction maintenance, general underground utility construction maintenance, or plumbing? None Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 4 years 4 -6 years More than 6 years * Please describe your experience in general construction maintenance, general underground utility construction maintenance, or plumbing activities. Be sure to indicate which jobs on your application gave you this experience. (Open Ended Question) * What is your level of work experience doing manual labor outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, and/or inclement weather? My job(s) involved doing manual labor outdoors in extreme and inclement weather 5% - 25% of the time. My job(s) involved doing manual labor outdoors in extreme and inclement weather 26% - 50% of the time. My job(s) involved doing manual labor outdoors in extreme and inclement weather 51% - 75% of the time. My job(s) involved doing manual labor outdoors in extreme and inclement weather 76% - 100% of the time. None of my jobs involved doing manual labor outdoors in extreme and inclement weather. * Please describe your work experience doing manual labor outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, and/or other inclement weather. (Open Ended Question) * What type of hand and power tools do you have experience using? For each tool you mention, please describe the work you performed with the tool(s). (Open Ended Question) * What is your level of skill and/or knowledge of safety practices and/or procedure? Basic: First/Aid/CPR, learned/used in a class, know who to notify in case of emergency Intermediate: Taken at least one safety training course or orientation, familiarity with SDS, spill response Advanced: Have certification(s), familiar with appropriate PPE for specific situations, can act as first responder None * Which most closely describes your primary level of customer service experience? Front Line: teller, wait staff, cashier, sales associate Mid-Level: retail manager, front end manager, customer service manager Senior level: store director, business owner, operations manager I do not have customer service experience. * Which most closely describes your experience with reading technical drawings such as blueprints, as-builts, plan sheets, or construction documents and using computerized mapping software? I do not have any experience I have academic or observation exposure to technical drawings, construction documents, or computerized mapping software, but no work experience I have work experience reading technical drawings or construction documents, but not with computerized mapping software I have work experience with computerized mapping software, but not with reading technical drawings or construction documents I have work experience with both reading technical drawings or construction documents and with computerized mapping software * Do you have any experience working with traffic barricades, cones or other traffic control devices? Yes No * Describe your experience with a computerized maintenance management system or online work order system. None Basic: completing assigned work orders or service requests, entering notes and follow-up information, reading assignments Intermediate: assigning labor and parts costs, entering meter read information, investigating prior work for an address/customer Advanced: creation of a service request or work order, entering a follow-up task, plus all of above items * Which most closely describes your level of experience working with heavy equipment (e.g. backhoes, excavators, skid steers, etc.)? None Fundamental: Observed operation; operated less than twice in a six month period; practiced on personal property without supervision; practiced on City property with supervision Basic: Taken an intro level class; operate approximately once a month with supervision; knowledge of pre/post trip checklist Intermediate: Taken a week-long class (or longer); operate at least once a week with minimal supervision; excavate around underground utilities at least once a week with minimal supervision Advanced: Certified operator or trainer; ability to excavate and maneuver around underground utilities without supervision' operate multiple times in a week without supervision * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee's full name. (Open Ended Question) * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents

Minimum Qualifications This position will be posted at both the AW Pipeline Technician Worker and Associate levels. Minimum Qualifications for the AW Pipeline Technician Worker: At least 18 years of age. Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver License. Must obtain the appropriate class of Commercial Driver's License with endorsements within ninety days (90) of employment. The minimum qualifications for the AW Pipeline Technician Associate: At least 18 years of age. Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent. One (1) year of experience in general construction maintenance, general underground utility construction maintenance, or plumbing activities. Licenses and Certifications Required: Valid Texas Class "C" Driver License. Must be able to obtain the appropriate class Commercial Driver's License with endorsements within ninety days of employment. Must obtain and maintain certification for Respiratory Protection and Confined Space Entry. Positions in water distribution require a Class D Water Operator License from TCEQ within one (1) year of hire. Must obtain a Class C Water Distribution License from TCEQ before Class D expires. Positions in wastewater collection require a Class I Wastewater Collection License from TCEQ within one (1) year of hire. Notes to Applicants To learn more about what it means to be an Austin Water Pipeline Technician Worker and the benefits of working for Austin Water, please click here for our informational brochure. These positions may be filled at the following locations, for the following shifts: Collection System Services 2600 Webberville Road. New employees with Collection System Services will start on the day shift for training and then move to the night shift for their regular schedule. Day shift: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Mon - Fri. Night shift: 1:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Mon - Fri. Distribution System Services 3601 S. Industrial Blvd. Monday to Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. When completing the City of Austin employment application: A detailed, complete employment application helps us to better evaluate your qualifications, and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for the position. Please detail on the application any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Provide each job title and employment dates for all jobs included on the application. Please include contact information for previous employers. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment or computer software used. Please note that we are not accepting resumes so a complete application is essential. If you are selected to interview: Your skills and competencies for this job will be assessed prior to being invited to an in-person interview. General Pre-Employment Requirements: If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Commercial Driver's License This position requires that newly hired employees must be able to obtain appropriate class of Commercial Driver's License with endorsements within ninety days of employment. Employees must comply with the Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing rules as outlined by the City of Austin Alcohol and Drug Policy for Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles. Work Environment This position is in a heavy industrial setting and requires performing all duties associated with operating heavy equipment outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat, cold and rain. This position will include cross training in operations of various equipment. Position will require adaptability and willingness to change or modify work load on demand and multitask. Position requires working in environments which may have hazardous situations. Confined Space Entry Requirements Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee are hindered. Candidates must be able to qualify for Austin Water's Respiratory Protection Program. Physical Requirements This position will require that you be able to perform duties with confidence climbing heights of up to 20 feet on ladders that support up to 300 lbs., descending into confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of a SRL Body Harness that supports up to 283 lbs., and lifting and/or carrying equipment or supplies weighing up to 50 lbs., unassisted. Pre-Employment Testing Requirements The selected candidate will be required to complete and pass a physical exam and drug and alcohol screening test. The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment Functional (FC) strength/agility test (with or without accommodations) to be considered for this position. All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. Pay Range Worker: $15.60 - $17.87/hr Associate: $17.38 - $21.72/hr Hours Divisions have varying shifts, including days and nights. Please see shift information by location/Service Center in "Notes to Applicants." All employees are required to be available for overtime, call-back, and on-call for emergency response on nights, weekends, and holidays. Job Close Date 04/14/2021 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Multiple locations - See "Notes to Applicants" Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of safety practices and procedures related to general construction activity Experience interacting directly with customers and providing a high level of customer service Basic computer navigation skills including familiarity with a computer work order system and experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) Experience using hand tools, power tools, and/or operating specialized heavy equipment such as a backhoe, high pressure sewer cleaning units, or vactor/flusher trucks Experience using blueprints, construction documents, underground utility drawings, map grids, or computerized mapping software TCEQ Class D Water license or Class I Collection license Duties, Functions and Responsibilities For the Duties, Functions and Responsibilities of this position, please click the appropriate job description below: Austin Water Pipeline Technician Worker Job Description Austin Water Pipeline Technician Associate Job Description Knowledge, Skills and Abilities For the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of this position, please click the appropriate job description below: Austin Water Pipeline Technician Worker Job Description Austin Water Pipeline Technician Associate Job Description Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires that you must be at least 18 years of age with a High School diploma or GED. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * This position requires you to work various shifts including Holidays, weekends, nights and on-call rotation. Are you able to comply with this requirement? Yes No * This position will require that you be able to perform duties with confidence climbing heights in excess of 20 feet on ladders that support up to 300 lbs., descending into confined spaces up to 30 feet deep with the use of a SRL Body Harness that supports up to 265 lbs., and lifting and or carrying equipment or supplies weighting up to 50 lbs., unassisted. Will you be able to fulfill these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations? Yes No * This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver License or, if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver License by your hire date? Yes No * Position will require you to obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 90 days of employment with the City. Please select from the following: I have a current Class A CDL I have a current Class B CDL I am able to obtain appropriate CDL within 90 days of hire I am not able to obtain appropriate CDL within 90 days of hire * How many years of experience do you have in general construction maintenance, general underground utility construction maintenance, or plumbing? None Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years 2 - 4 years 4 -6 years More than 6 years * Please describe your experience in general construction maintenance, general underground utility construction maintenance, or plumbing activities. Be sure to indicate which jobs on your application gave you this experience. (Open Ended Question) * What is your level of skill and/or knowledge of safety practices and/or procedures? Basic: First Aid/CPR, learned/used in a class, know who to notify in case of emergency Intermediate: Taken at least one safety training course or orientation, familiarity with MSDS, spill response Advanced: Have certification(s), familiar with appropriate PPE for specific situations, can act as 1st responder None * Which most closely describes your primary level of customer service experience? Front Line: teller, wait staff, cashier, sales associate Mid-Level: retail manager, front end manager, customer service manager Senior level: store director, business owner, operations manager I do not have customer service experience. * Describe your experience with a computerized maintenance management system or online work order system. None Basic: completing assigned work orders or service requests, entering notes and follow-up information, reading assignments Intermediate: assigning labor and parts costs, entering meter read information, investigating prior work for an address/customer Advanced: creation of a service request or work order, entering a follow-up task, plus all of above items * Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically with Word, Excel, and Outlook? No experience Basic: create/edit simple documents, spreadsheets, & emails Intermediate: create/edit a variety of documents & spreadsheets; reformat document features such as color, font style and size of text, change page size/width, & filter/sort data fields Advanced: create/edit complex documents & spreadsheets; integrate features such as tables, charts, mathematic formulas, hyperlinks, graphics; data/mail merge, import data from one document to another * What type of hand and power tools do you have experience using? For each tool you mention, please describe the work you performed with the tool(s). (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience working with specialized heavy equipment (e.g. backhoes, excavators, high pressure sewer cleaning units, or flusher/vactor trucks). (Open Ended Question) * Which most closely describes your experience with reading technical drawings such as blueprints, as-builts, plan sheets, or construction documents and using computerized mapping software? I do not have any experience I have academic or observation exposure to technical drawings, construction documents, or computerized mapping software, but no work experience I have work experience reading technical drawings or construction documents, but not with computerized mapping software I have work experience with computerized mapping software, but not with reading technical drawings or construction documents I have work experience with both reading technical drawings or construction documents and with computerized mapping software * Please list any TCEQ water and/or wastewater licenses you currently hold. (Open Ended Question) * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee's full name. (Open Ended Question) * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents