Water Distribution Crewleader

Water Distribution Crewleader Employer City of Redlands Redlands, CA Job Details Full-time $800

• $2,100 a month 7 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Qualifications CDL B Some college Fabrication Customer communication Preventative hardware maintenance Equipment repair Truck driving Outdoor work Heavy equipment operation Equipment installation Research Mid-level Environmental Science High school diploma or GED Welding Construction 4 years Crew management Commercial driving Overseeing training Customer complaint resolution Staff development Tanker Endorsement Performance evaluation Full Job Description Description $5,000 HIRING

INCENTIVE PAYMENT SCHEDULE

$3,000 PAID

UPON HIRE

$2,000 AT

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF PROBATION

The City of Redlands is rated as a T5/D5 water system. The City encourages and supports career development by reimbursing staff for approved CEUs and specific water industry training related to assigned job functions. Under general supervision, plans, schedules, lays out, trains and participates in operation and maintenance of the Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department potable, non-potable/recycled water distribution system, performs a full range of welding and fabrication work, repair and install distribution and infrastructure, repair equipment, operate heavy equipment, and perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks. Exercises technical and functional leadership over assigned staff. Examples of Duties Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Leads, trains oversees, and works together with assigned staff to ensure the proper, safe and efficient operation of the water distribution system; Provides input in the evaluation of assigned personnel, identifies development needs and makes recommendations; Drives, operates, and maintains equipment, tools, and vehicles; Provides for the training of assigned personnel, ensures adherence to safe work methods, procedures and practices; and provides technical assistance and advice; Responds tactfully and effectively to customer inquiries and complaints; Ensures timely completion of preventive maintenance programs; Prepares requisitions for necessary tools, equipment, and supplies; Researches and recommends new operational methods, techniques and equipment, and recommends their application; Ensures adherence with safety programs and practices in work methods and procedures; Educates employees on rules, regulations, codes, safe work habits and potential hazards presented by their work environment; Surveys surrounding work area for proper elevation as per plans; Performs additional construction and maintenance tasks including concrete work, truck driving, and a variety of installation and repair activities; Maintains and updates a variety of records, logs, reports, and maps; Serves as Water Distribution Supervisor in their absence, as requested; and Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications Experience:

Four years of experience in the installation, construction, and maintenance of water distribution system pipelines, valves, and appurtenances.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by courses in water technology. Some college level coursework in water technology, environmental sciences, or related field is desirable.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement. Possession and maintenance of a California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade D3 Certificate. Possession and maintenance of a California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade T2 Certificate, or must possess within 18 months from appointment.

Special Requirements:

May be required to participate in standby/on call program. Essential functions and duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: Regularly sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift up to 100 lbs.; Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate and reach with hands and arms; Regularly exposed to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and traffic hazards; Regularly travel to different sites and locations; Ability to distinguish color and wear protective apparel; and Must be able to communicate with others and to exchange information accurately. Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position. The employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate "See Resume". Proof of education, such as but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees, must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the application deadline. Please include the following items with your application: California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade D3 or higher Certificate. If applicable, California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade T2 or higher Certificate. Proof of completion of courses in water technology. Failure to provide all required documents can result in elimination from the selection process. Please note that the City of Redlands' preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which may include a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification). The City of Redlands utilizes E-Verify, and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Sophia Diaz at or Julie Maher at . Benefits associated with this position include: Medical Insurance

• City pays between $800 and $2,100 /mo for employees and eligible dependents, depending upon level of coverage; Dental Insurance
• City pays monthly premium for employees and eligible dependents; 2 plans Vision Reimbursement
• up to $300 per year State Disability Insurance Life Insurance
• $25,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• $25,000 The City participates in Social Security Vacation Leave
• 80 hours accrued in first year Sick Leave
• 96 hours annually 14 Paid Holidays per year 2 Floating Holidays per year 20 hours of Additional Floating Holidays per calendar year Credit Union Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program
• $2000 per fiscal year Certification Pay
• 3% for select positions Shift Differential Pay
• 5% (subject to the terms of the Teamsters MOU) Unform Allowance for select positions Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• 2% @ 55 for employees who are considered a " classic " member of Cal PERS or a current member of another California public retirement system who is hired on or after January 1, 2013. Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• 2% @ 62 for an employee who becomes a " new " member of Cal PERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013 and who was not a member of another California public retirement system prior to that date; employee contributes half of the contribution rate.