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Water Distribution System Specialist



Job Details

Water Distribution System Specialist

This listing closes on 1/3/2017 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana.

Salary

$24.38 - $31.11 Hourly

Location

City of Corvallis, OR

Job Type

Full time regular employee

Job Number

00321

Department

Public Works Department

Division

Utilities

Opening Date

12/14/2016

Closing Date

1/3/2017 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana

Position Summary

The Water Distribution System Specialist performs duties in alignment with requirements set forth by the Oregon Health Authority to maintain water quality and ensure the integrity of the City's water distribution system.  Responsibilities include maintaining system operability, providing adequate fire flow and emergency water storage, preventing water loss, and protecting the investment made in the infrastructure by being responsive to customer concerns and/or system failures. These tasks are illustrative only and may include other related duties.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  
Full-Time, 40 hours per week
AFSCME Represented Position
12-month probationary period
Position description

Qualifications and Skills

Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of work experience in water distribution system operations and maintenance. Work experience to include three or more of the following areas: line flushing, flow/pressure testing, installation, repair, line tapping, metering systems, leak detection, and computerized reporting and record keeping.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Journey level skills in underground pipeline work, plumbing, equipment operation, and construction. Basic knowledge of engineering concepts and the ability to apply these concepts and construction practices to ensure the integrity of the system.Ability to read blue prints and interpret maps. Knowledge and understanding of work-related safety practices, OSHA and environmental rules and regulations, particularly in regards to work in confined space and/or hazardous conditions.
 
Effective communication, analytical, customer service and interpersonal skills. Ability to get along well with co-workers. Ability to use a computer to perform essential functions of the position. Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving.
 
Special Requirements
State of Oregon Fire Marshal Awareness Level Hazardous Materials Response and Oregon Water Distribution Level I certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of appointment. Oregon Water Distribution Level II certification or ability to obtain within three (3) years of appointment. State of Oregon Cross Connection Control Testing and Inspection Certifications are required if assigned the primary responsibility for the Cross-Connection/Backflow Prevention Program.
 
First Aid and CPR certification, ODOT Traffic Control, Confined Space Entry, and Forklift Operation or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of appointment. Possession of and the ability to maintain a valid Oregon Drivers License. Ability to obtain and maintain an Oregon Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker and Air Brake endorsements, within the one year probationary period.

Must be able to respond within 30 minutes to the Public Works Administrative offices for after-hours calls or emergencies prior to the end of probationary period. Capable of routine decision making regarding assessment of immediate situations, available options, and selection of appropriate methods and procedures, material availability and ordering, equipment utilization and response to customer issues in the field. Demonstrable commitment to sustainability principles in the performance of work. Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. This individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace. Ability to pass a pre-employment physical exam and a background check and/or criminal history check.
 

How to Apply

Qualified applicants must submit an online application. Click the apply link above to create your online application.  Applications will be accepted until 5:00pm on January 3, 2017.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application; however applicants are encouraged to include a resume.
 

"The City of Corvallis is Committed to Excellence in Customer Service Through its Employees."
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer in Compliance with ADA.

The City of Corvallis offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents.

This position is represented by the AFSCME Labor Contract.

AFSCME Benefits Summary

01
Do you have 1 or more years of experience in Water Distribution system operations and maintenance?
  • Yes
  • No
02
If yes, please select which tasks below you have experience performing.
  • Water mainline flushing.
  • Water line flow testing.
  • Water line pressure testing.
  • Water service line installations.
  • Water service line repairs.
  • Water mainline repairs.
  • Water mainline taps.
  • Water meter installations.
  • Water line leak detection.
  • Computerized daily work reporting and record keeping.

* Required Question

Agency
City of Corvallis
Phone
541-766-6902
TTD/TTY Oregon Relay 711
Website
http://www.corvallisoregon.gov
Address
501 SW Madison Avenue
PO Box 1083
Corvallis, Oregon, 97339

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