Utilities Maintenance Worker I

City of Turlock; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Vacation

Sick Leave

CalPERS Retirement

Deferred Compensation

Health Insurance

Continuous Service Pay

Educational Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Computer Loan Program

Job summary

City of Turlock is seeking an entry-level Utilities Maintenance Worker I to join our team. Under supervision, you will perform routine to semiskilled work across sewer, storm, and water distribution systems, including installation, repair, and cleaning of facilities.

The role requires hand‑on troubleshooting, safety compliance, and the ability to learn standard procedures while working under guidance. A valid California driver license and upcoming certifications are required within specified

Qualifications

• One year of construction or maintenance experience with pumps, valves, basic plumbing functions, and operating heavy equipment.
• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Possession of Water Distribution Grade I Certification and Collections System Maintenance Grade I Certification within 18 months from date of hire.
• Work Zone Safety Certification within 24 months from date of hire.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License at the time of appointment; ability to obtain Class B within nine months.

Responsibilities

• Install, remove, clean, and repair sewer, storm, water lines and related facilities.
• Cut, lay, install, and repair water mains, storm lines, sewer lines, valves, and hydrants.
• Isolate water main sections; perform flushing and disinfect water mains as required.
• Operate large construction equipment and conduct safety inspections of tools and vehicles.
• Respond to public inquiries and emergencies; maintain records and reports of work performed.

Skills

Construction & maintenance

Pumps & valves

Heavy equipment operation

Water distribution

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Water Distribution Grade I Certification

Collections System Maintenance Grade I

Work Zone Safety Certification

Driver's License Class B

Job description

Position Information/Definition

The City of Turlock is accepting applications for a Utilities Maintenance Worker l position. Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of semiskilled to skilled work in the construction, replacement, repair, installation, and cleaning of the City's sanitary sewer, storm collection system, and water distribution systems and related facilities.

This classification is assigned to the Turlock City Employees Association bargaining unit for labor relations purposes and is subject to overtime assignments.

Only the first 100 applications submitted will be considered. Please note that the job announcement may close without prior notice.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the entry level class in the Utility Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Utilities Maintenance Worker II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgement on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the II level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Supervision Received and Exercised

General supervision is provided by the Utilities Supervisor Assistant. This is not a supervisory class; however, journey level maintenance workers may provide guidance to less experienced staff.

Essential Functions

• Install, remove, clean, and repair sewer lines, storm lines, water lines and related facilities.
• Cut, lay, install, and repair water mains, storm lines, sewer lines, valves, and hydrants, etc.
• Isolate water main sections for repair and/or construction; record and perform unidirectional flushing of water distribution system water mains and fire hydrants; and disinfect water mains when required.
• Perform water line taps; install water services, blow-offs, meters, vaults, boxes, and exercise valves.
• Operate large construction equipment such as dumptrucks, backhoes, loaders, trenching machines, etc.
• Perform daily DMV vehicle inspections; document and inspect equipment for safety and wear.
• Proficiently operate vacuum & jitter combination trucks.
• Build and repair manholes, catch basins, and other related facilities.
• Participate in construction, maintenance, and repair work, using established safe work practices and procedures.
• Operate large and complex maintenance equipment such as Hydrovactors, rodders, hydro-cleaners, closed circuit televising equipment, etc.
• Exercise and maintain distribution system valves using a variety of manual and motorized tools and equipment; determine appropriate types of valves for different applications as found throughout the City.
• Install barricades and route traffic in a safe manner.
• Respond to public complaints and requests for service.
• Turn on new water services, turn off discontinued water services and delinquencies, disconnect sewer services, and distribute notification papers related to the same.
• Operate a jackhammer and pour and finish concrete.
• Break out and load asphalt and concrete onto large dump trucks.
• Identify, plan, and arrange for equipment needed for each assigned project.
• Maintain various records related to meter readings, repairs, maintenance activities and assigned duties.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of parts, supplies, and equipment.
• Read maps and interpret plans, blueprints, specifications, and maintenance manuals.
• Install shoring and related safety equipment.
• Operate sewer cleaning equipment in emergency conditions.
• Locate and repair water leaks, damaged lines, and worn valves.
• Collect samples, perform a variety of routine tests; record and monitor results.
• Install, test, repair, and replace fire hydrants.
• Assist with the collection and transportation of water samples for lab analysis; monitor chemical dosages; assist with the application of chlorine and other water treatment-related chemicals to adjust water quality levels; assist in assuring adequate levels of safe potable water to meet City needs.
• Respond to public complaints concerning water quality and service lines; investigate public complaints and assist with troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving problems and malfunctions; respond to waterline emergencies as needed.
• Test, repair, install, and replace backflow prevention devices.
• Perform standby/on-call duties, as assigned and required.
• Perform emergency repairs as necessary; respond to emergency calls at irregular hours.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Basic construction, repair, and maintenance methods, procedures, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Safe work practices under hazardous conditions.
• Operation of a variety of construction equipment.

Ability To

• Perform a variety of construction, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Locate underground services.
• Learn to identify equipment, tools, and materials needed for each project.
• Work under routine and emergency conditions, sometimes in severe weather.
• Install, repair, remove and clean pipes.
• Operate a variety of construction and maintenance equipment, including a jackhammer.
• Install and remove shoring.
• Work efficiently and safely with others.
• Understand and follow instructions and directions.
• Perform a wide variety of physically strenuous tasks as required.
• Respond appropriately to public inquiries and complaints in a tactful, courteous manner.

Experience And Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience

One year of construction or maintenance experience working with pumps, valves, basic plumbing functions, and working with heavy equipment.

Training

High School diploma or GED certificate.

Certificate(s)

Possession of a Water Distribution Grade I Certification issued by the California Division of Drinking Water and a Collections System Maintenance Grade I Certification issued by the California Water Environment Association, both within 18 months from date of hire.

Possession of a Work Zone Safety Certification within 24 months from date of hire.

License

Possession of an appropriate, valid California Driver's License at the time of appointment, to be maintained as a condition of continued employment. Ability to obtain a Class B Driver’s License within nine (9) months from date of employment, to be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Physical Conditions

Maintain the following physical abilities: see well enough to read, write and make observations, operate hand and power tools, vehicles and heavy equipment; hear well enough to converse on the radio, telephone and in person; bodily mobility to walk, bend, stand, crouch or climb for extended periods of time, operate assigned equipment and vehicles and perform heavy manual labor for extended periods; ability to tolerate extreme fluctuations in temperature while performing essential functions and be able to lift equipment on a frequent basis 25lbs, and on an occasional basis 50lbs.

An eligibility list will be established from this recruitment that will be valid for six (6) months.

Selection Process

• All applicants must complete a standard City of Turlock application for employment form supplemental questionnaire and submit the following documentation:
• Proof of education - this can be a copy of transcripts or any degree.
• You may submit your required documentation using the following options:
  • Attach a scanned copy in the "Add Attachment" option (of the NeoGov online application) or Fax a copy to [phone] or Email a copy to [e-mail] or Hand deliver copies of your attachments to 156 S. Broadway, Suite 235, Turlock, CA on or before the final filing date.
• Applications will be rejected if they are incomplete or required documentation is not attached.
• Applications will be reviewed for possession of the minimum qualifications. In the event that a large number of applicants possess the minimum qualifications, applicants who appear to be the most qualified based on their breadth and recency of experience will be invited to compete in the testing process.
• Candidates invited to compete in the testing process may be required to take a written examination, which is based on a pass/fail basis. In the event that a large number of candidates pass the written examination, the City reserves the right to invite a percentage of the top scoring candidates to compete in the next phase of the testing process, the oral examination.
• Candidates who are invited to participate in the oral examination and receive a score of 70% or more will be placed on an eligibility list. Ranking on the eligibility list will be based solely on the results from the oral exam.
• Completion of a practical exercise may be conducted in order to further evaluate skills relating to essential job functions.
• Top candidates on the eligibility list will be referred to the Municipal Services Director for an interview.
• Final appointment will be contingent upon passing the following: reference review, medical examination which includes a drug/alcohol screening, hearing exam and vision exam.

Veteran's Preference System

The City of Turlock has adopted a veteran's preference system (effective January 1, 2002). The percentage score achieved through an entrance (non-promotional) examination which ranks applicants on an eligibility list shall be adjusted to provide: (a) one (1) percentage point added to the final test score for each six (6) months of active service during a time of armed conflict, up to a maximum of five (5) points, and (b) five (5) percentage points added to the final test score for veterans who are disabled as a result of active military service during a time of armed conflict, regardless of length of service. To receive preference points, applicants must provide supporting documentation and proof of honorable discharge. In no event shall an applicant receive more than a five (5) point adjustment. This request should be made in section #12 of the employment application form. A copy of your DD214 must be attached for this request to be considered.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Turlock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are sincerely interested in receiving applications from qualified minorities, women, and disabled candidates. Qualified applicants receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, political affiliation or belief except where indicated by requirements of the job. The City of Turlock will make every effort to accommodate applicants who have disabilities that do not allow them to compete in the selection process. Applicants are asked to indicate their request for accommodation in the application form.

Medical Examination and Fingerprinting

The incumbent will be required to take a medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening and be fingerprinted.

Customer Service Policy

The City of Turlock is committed to quality service to our customers. Our goal is to create a positive, productive and courteous atmosphere for our employees and customers. Employees are evaluated on the quality of customer service they provide.

Benefits

Holidays: Eleven (11) paid holidays and three (3) floating holidays.

Vacation: Paid vacation that increases with years of service.

Sick Leave: Accrual of one day (eight (8) hours) for each month worked.

Retirement: Qualified candidates who are currently a CalPERS member or have been a CalPERS member within the last six (6) months or are subject to reciprocity with another eligible retirement plan, may be a "classic" member and may be enrolled in the City's 2.7% @ 55 plan. Employee pays employee contribution rate of 9% on a pre-tax basis. CalPERS "final compensation" may be based on the highest twelve (12) continuous months of qualifying employment. Non-classic or "new members" will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 plan and CalPERS "final compensation" will be based on the highest thirty-six (36) continuous months of qualifying employment.

Deferred Compensation: The City will match employee's contribution up to one half of one percent (0.5%) of the employee's base salary for each pay period in which employee contributes to the program.

Retiree Health Savings (RHS) Vantage Care: Two (2) percent of the employee's base payroll will be deposited in each individual's RHS Vantage Care account.

Health: The City offers a generous health, prescription, vision, and dental insurance plans for employees and dependents.

Continuous Service Pay: Beginning with the tenth (10th) year and every year thereafter, 1.5% of base salary. Beginning with the fifteenth (15th) year and every year thereafter, 1.5% of base salary. Beginning with the twentieth (20th) year and every year thereafter, 1.5% of base salary.

Additional Benefits: Associate/Bachelor/Master's Degree Incentive Pay (If not listed as a minimum qualification)* Educational Reimbursement Program* Computer Loan Program* Upon completion of probation.

Benefits Include

• Enrollment in California Public Employees Retirement Systems (CalPERS) under either the 2.7% at 55 for "Classic" employees, or 2% at 62 for new employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 under "PEPRA", as defined by AB 340.
• "Classic" employees will pay the employee's 8% PERS contribution and 1% of the Employers PERS contribution. The total 9% PERS contribution shall be deducted as a pretax employee pension expense.
• Retirement benefits will be based on the highest one-year of service.
• Conversion of sick leave accrual towards service credit will be allowed in lieu of sick leave cash out provisions.
• The CalPERS 1959 Survivor Benefit is covered at level 3.
• Employees have the option to purchase Military Service Credits.
• New employees under PEPRA shall have an initial contribution rate of at least fifty percent (50%) of the total normal cost rate for the defined benefit plan or the current contribution rate of similarly situated employees, which is currently a 9% PERS contribution, whichever is greater. All new employees shall be subject to the mandatory provisions of AB 340.
• Generous 90% premium employer contribution to health plan for employee and family.
• Term Life Insurance at 1½ times annual salary
• Long Term Disability will be provided to all full-time employees
• Liberal vacation, holiday, and leave plans
• Associate's Degree Incentive Pay - $50 per month
• Bachelor's Degree Incentive Pay - $100 per month
• Master's Degree Incentive Pay - $150 per month
• Bilingual Pay – 2.5% of base pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Interest free computer loan

Additional Benefits

• Upon completion of probation.

Supplemental Questionnaire Items

1. 01 I certify that I can provide verification of High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
   • Yes
   • No
2. 02 I understand that my work experience must be clearly listed in the work history section of my application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.
   • Yes
   • No
3. 03 I certify that I have read and understand all of the Minimum Qualifications for this position as listed in the employment announcement and have truthfully answered all questions in this supplemental questionnaire.
   • Yes
   • No
   • Required Question