Temporary Worker - Water Distribution

JOB SUMMARY                    

Seeking a motivated and independent temporary worker primarily to assist the Water Service Specialist and Water crew. Full-time, up to 40 hours per week. Up to a maximum six months.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operates a variety of equipment such as pick-up truck, compressor-skid steer, backhoe and loader.
• Assist with excavation of holes and trenches up to 12 feet deep.
• Assists with installing and repairing water service lines, fire hydrants, fire lines, meters and meter chambers, water mains and main line valves.
• Assists with meter installations, water chamber inspections and service line connections.
• Assists in removing and replacing asphalt or concrete in construction excavation.
• Participates in regularly scheduled maintenance tasks including main line valve exercising, line flushing, pressure regulating valve maintenance and meter repairs.
• Assists with traffic control around construction sites including assembly and set up of traffic control devices such as barricades, cones and flag stands.
• Maintains a clean work environment. Performs clean up tasks throughout shift.
• Adheres to established safety procedures and utilizes safety equipment as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Lawful and active WA Driver License.
• Equipment operator experience preferred.

Prefers knowledge of:

• Materials used to perform duties including pipe types, fittings, valves and other items associated with water mains and service lines.

Requires the ability to:

• Consistently represent the City by maintaining a professional demeanor in all activities.
• Work outside in all weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools and basic equipment.
• Work in close quarters and confined spaces. Descend as far as 20 feet below ground level into manholes, vaults, tanks and excavations. Reach with hands and arms. Sit, stand, walk, bend over, twist at waist, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and ambulate up and down ladders and Traverse varying terrain and obstacles such as pipes and ditches.

BENEFITS

The City of Wenatchee has adopted a policy measuring the ‘full-time’ status of temporary employees over 12-months for purposes of benefit eligibility. Temporary employees with assignments less than 6-months are not eligible for benefits with exception of participation in the WA State Department of Retirement System (DRS) as long as DRS eligibility requirements are met (compensated for at least 70 hours per month for five months in a 12-month period). There will be no retroactivity applied to benefits or any other employment terms and conditions should regular employment be offered at a future date.

HOW TO APPLY

Complete an online application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wenatcheewa.

Open until filled.