Utility Worker I/II

The City of Healdsburg is recruiting for the position of **Utility Worker I/II to join the Public Works Department.** Placement of the individual at a particular level will be based on a combination of factors including education, experience, and certifications. The salary range for the Utility Worker I classification is $5,565.88 to $6,790.74. The salary range for the Utility Worker II classification is $6,517.07 to $7,921.55. *Applications will be reviewed weekly. Interviews may be scheduled at any time until the positions have been filled. This recruitment may be closed at any time, without notice. Prompt application is encouraged.* **Utility Worker I Position Description:** To perform a wide variety of skilled maintenance duties in the installation, construction, repair and maintenance of City facilities and water distribution and collection systems; and to provide maintenance support to an assigned supervisor. This is the entry level class in the Utility Worker series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Utility Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned. Receives general supervision from the assigned supervisor; and may receive technical and functional supervision from more experienced staff. **Utility Worker II Position Description:** This is the journey level class in the Utility Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. The Utility Worker II is a journey level position that primarily provides repair and maintenance to the City’s underground water and wastewater utilities. Experience acquired from a similar role within another agency, prior employment with an underground construction company, or prior employment with a plumbing company is highly desired. Possession of a valid California Class A Driver License with airbrake and tanker endorsements, as well as possession of a Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board are required at the time of appointment for the Utility Worker II classification. Receives general supervision from the assigned supervisor; and may receive technical and functional supervision from more experienced staff. The successful candidate will be able to work independently; communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; enter information into a computer and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. *Employees with a Class A Driver's License will be enrolled in the City's DOT Random Drug and Alcohol Testing of Safety Sensitive Positions program, and may be subject to random testing.****Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:*** Perform a wide variety of skilled maintenance duties in the installation, construction, repair and maintenance of City facilities and utilities including distribution and collection systems, streets, and storm drain, and reclaimed water systems. Install, repair, maintain, and replace equipment used in water production and wastewater treatment facilities including the maintenance, repair, installation and/or replacement of mains; service lines, valves, lateral connections, hydrants and hydrant meters, pump and lift stations, other meters, and confined space entries as needed. Perform pump…