Technical Skills Worker (Part-Time/Year-Round) - City

City of Oklahoma City; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Oklahoma City is hiring in the Utilities Department, Customer Service Division, for a technical, multifaceted position. The role varies by program and may include reading water meters for utility billing, operating and transporting materials, and assisting with tree relocation or pesticide applications.

A CDL may be required and the job is designated safety sensitive with background checks. Starting pay aligns with the stated range and may reflect qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Reading water meters for utility billing
• Operating, transporting materials and equipment
• Performing herbicides and/or pesticides application
• Driving, operating and pruning trees for relocation
• Providing technical support functions as assigned

Job description

PAY AND FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS :

Pay Range: 859

Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $28.00

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• - This position requires applicants to be at least 18 years of age at the time of application submission.
• - Employees in part-time/year-round positions may work no more than 29 hours per week.
• - When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions.
• - Completion of the application questions is required.
• - Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked.
• - Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume.
• - Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, transcripts, etc. Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one field for upload.
• - Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.
• - Each application submission is reviewed independently.

POSITION DESIGNATION

This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is located in the Customer Service Division of the Utilities Department within the City of Oklahoma City. This position is primarily responsible for performing work of a technical nature that varies depending on the program to which assigned. The position uses subject matter knowledge and judgment to complete assignments that may consist of numerous steps that vary in nature and sequence. Licenses, certifications, and/or relevant experience and education in the assigned technical field are typically required prior to assuming this position. Examples of duties may include: providing technical assistance in solid waste collection activities or line maintenance collection or distribution duties; working independently to read water meters for utility billing; driving/operating/transporting materials and equipment; performing herbicides and/or pesticides application; driving, operating, and removing, pruning, maintaining and preparing trees for relocation; providing technical assistance or performing technical support functions. The necessary skills, knowledge. and ability and/or licenses and certifications to perform departmental specific tasks must be acquired prior to assuming the duties of the position. For positions located in the Parks and Recreation Department a Class A Commercial driver license (CDL) is required. For positions located in the Utilities Department a Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL) may be required. Possession of a valid driver license (Operator) is required.

OTHER DETAILS

Note : This position will occasionally accept cash and make change; operate a concession stand or gift shop; and collect fees, admission tickets, and passes from patrons at various events or City facilities.

Pay Method: City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card.

Former Employees: If this position is open to external applicants and you are a former employee, you must be eligible for rehire to participate in any selection process. If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone]. If your rehire status has been coded “Not Eligible,” “Eligible 3,” or “Conditional,” you will need to request a review of your rehire status through the Human Resources Department’s Employee and Labor Relations Division.

Background Investigation, Drug Testing, Physical Examination: Upon a conditional offer of employment/acceptance of position, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a criminal history background check for external applicants. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.

If the position accepted includes a driver license (commercial or non-commercial) Job Requirement, the City of Oklahoma City will obtain a Motor Vehicle Report for internal and external applicants.

If the position accepted is safety sensitive and/or a driving position, internal and external applicants will be provided a copy of the City of Oklahoma City's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy prior to being directed for a drug test. A copy is also available at the links below:

HRB 25-01 Drug and Alcohol Testing Procedure

If the position accepted is cyber security sensitive, internal and external applicants will be subject to a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Interstate Identification Index (III) Fingerprint Background check. Additionally, employees in this job classification must complete Level 4 Security Awareness Training and pass an online certification test.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process, please notify one of the Human Resources Department Representatives by calling 405-297-2530. The City of Oklahoma City will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, actual or perceived sexual orientation, and gender identity and/or expression), national origin, age, disability (mental or physical) and genetic information (including family medical history).