TheCity of Monterey Park is currently looking for a skilled professional to fill the role ofWater Utility Maintenance Worker within the Water Division of our Public Works team. This opportunity is perfect for an ambitious individual who will gain knowledge of the City's water system and is looking for further professional development. Apply to join our team!Under general supervision from a supervisor or Lead Worker, performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled or unskilled tasks in the construction, maintenance and servicing of City water system facilities, streets, public facilities and performs related duties as required.
Individuals in this classification are subject to after-hours; weekend and emergency response call out. Why you Should Join Our TeamThe ideal candidate for the position of Water Utility Maintenance Worker should possess a diverse range of maintenance skills to perform their job proficiently. This is the job for you if you enjoy working with your hands and are passionate about improvement projects, as well as able to;
Perform heavy manual labor;
Maintain and repair a public water system;
Work well and coordinate with multiple departments;
Participate as an active team member of a crew;
Exhibit exceptional customer service skills;
Learn and develop new skills and traits;
Appropriately use and maintain hand tools.
Visit our careers page athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereyparkto view the class specification and essential functions of the position.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Equivalent to graduation from high school or GED and
One year of experience in construction maintenance work, related labor or semi-skilled work of Maintenance Workers.
Previous experience in a water utility is desired.
LICENSE Possession of a valid California Class C Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is required at time of appointment. A California Class B Driver’s Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is highly desirable.
CERTIFICATE Possession of a State Water Resource Control Board, Water Distribution Operator 1 (D1) certificate within 12 months of appointment is required as a condition of passing probation and as a continuing condition of employment. Possession of the D1 certificate at time of appointment is highly desirable.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT Requires some physical effort including bending, stooping, climbing and lifting items weighing 20 – 100 lbs. Tasks are occasionally performed in inclement weather and in adverse conditions such as in muddy trenches and/or confined spaces such as vaults.Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Human Resources Department at least five (5) days prior to the examination date. New hire candidates must show proof of full Covid vaccinations prior to being hired. Limited exemptions may apply.
