Water Maintenance Worker I

This is routine semi-skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the City water distribution system and related appurtenances. 

An employee in this class is responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled tasks, usually as a member of a crew, in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water mains, services, hydrants, valves, and related appurtenances. 

Works under close supervision.  May perform heavy physical tasks in all types of weather.

Operates front-end loader and forklift to load, move, and carry materials  Drives utility trucks, pickup trucks, and dump trucks to and from job sites, delivers and hauls equipment and materials.  Sets up barricades, flags, lights, and cones to warn motorists.  Tows, sets up, and operates air compressors.  Notifies area residents of water shut-offs, disruptions, and construction or traffic inconveniences.  Digs up water mains, services, hydrants, and valves with pneumatic, electric, hand, and other tools.  Sets up and operates pumps to drain water from excavations.  Probes holes being dug for underground service lines, utility ducts, and cables.  Assists in repairing water mains and in laying new mains.  Assists in installing and repairing water services.  Assists in the installation, replacement, and repair of hydrants.  Assists in the installation and repair of valves, curb boxes, curb pits, and related water distribution system appurtenances.  Paints and flushes fire hydrants.  Directs traffic around street excavations.  Sets up tools and materials used at job sites.  Backfills holes and tamps dirt using hand and power tools.  Cleans sidewalks and lawn strips.  Assists skilled trade persons in facility maintenance work such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general cleaning.  Maintains facility grounds areas and restores construction sites by mowing, raking, fertilizing, planting, and general clean-up.  Performs related work as required.

A minimum of one year of paid experience as a laborer or an equivalent combination of paid experience and training.  THE EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT MEANS THAT YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE UP TO 50% OF PAID EXPERIENCE WITH RELATED TRAINING.  Possession of a valid State of Ohio class B commercial driver's license without airbrake restriction. 

Basic knowledge of the methods and techniques of water distribution system installation, maintenance, and repair. 

Ability to perform water system installation, maintenance, and repair tasks.  Ability to understand and follow simple oral instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.  Ability to perform strenuous and hazardous work in all types of weather.  Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and construction equipment.  Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools.  Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.  List of essential job functions available upon request. 

This is a classified position.  

The selection process will consist of a physical ability test with credit for experience. Candidates passing the physical ability test will be ranked in a standard manner based on 90% for qualifying and 10% for experience.

Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.

NOTE: The physical ability test may be suspended if shown to be impractical because of an insufficient number of qualified candidates.  The candidates will then be ranked in a standard manner based on 90% for qualifying and 10% for experience.

Since this examination is posted on a combined basis, two separate eligibility lists will be generated with promotional candidates considered before open candidates.

RESIDENCY:  Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades. 

VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to their passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.


DRIVER S LICENSE:  An applicant having a valid commercial driver's license from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Commercial Driver's License must be obtained prior to appointment.  Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration.  

NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-375-2720.  

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.

Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation.  If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.  

The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible.  Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals.  In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs.  Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.