Water Maintenance Leadworker (Closed-Promotional)

Job Description:

Water Maintenance Leadworker (Closed-Promotional)

Description

Description

This is a Closed - Promotional recruitment open only to permanent City of El Segundo employees. Only online applications will be accepted for this position and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Currently, there is one vacancy in the Public Works Department - Water Division. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.



Under general supervision, leads the work of a crew engaged in the installation, repair and maintenance of water services, valves, mains, hydrants and meters; operates power-driven equipment used in water construction and maintenance work; maintains City reservoirs and pumps; performs related duties as required.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

Participates and leads the work of a crew in the operation of pumps and related equipment; inspects pumps for proper lubrication; services pumps and pumping equipment; checks equipment for excessive noise, heat or leaks and reports improper working conditions.

Participates and leads the work of a crew responsible for laying pipes, drilling and tapping mains, making connections, performing pipe fitting and valve repair; installing, repairing, maintaining, painting and ensuring the proper flow of fire hydrants.

May operate power-driven equipment and uses a variety of hand tools; assists crew in digging and backfilling trenches, cutting and replacing asphalt, repairing and adjusting pressure regulators.

May inspect and troubleshoot systems of assigned function for public works projects and private developments; may approve and sign off on completed, technically correct work indicating conformance to specifications and code requirements.

Reviews plans for projects; estimates time and material costs for projects and purchases supplies and equipment; ensures crews are supplied with adequate and appropriate tools, equipment and materials; evaluates and recommends changes in work methods, practices and priorities.

Responds to service requests, issues of regulatory compliance and complaints from the public; responds to emergency calls from the public and other agencies, coordinating with other City staff as necessary; notifies customers of interruption of services; explains priorities, programs and policies to the public; provides appropriate follow-up.

Maintains records and writes reports.

Provides input on designated staff performance appraisals; assists in staff training; ensures work of crew is performed in a safe and efficient manner; trains work crew in the performance of work tasks and the proper and safe operation and maintenance of equipment.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics:

Knowledge of:

• Water distribution facilities, including mains, meters, hydrants and valves;
• Pipe laying and pipe fitting;
• Tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance and repair of water mains, services, meters, hydrants and valves;
• State laws and regulations related to water quality control; and
• Safety precautions and procedures used in water service work.

Skill in:

• Effectively leading and supervising the work of a water construction and maintenance crew;
• Providing training to other employees;
• Performing inspections of water systems repair;
• Installing and maintaining water mains, services, hydrants, meters and valves;
• Inspecting, operating and diagnosing problems and performing repair work on distribution systems;
• Reading and interpreting plans, specifications, drawings, charts and gauges;
• Maintaining accurate records; and
• Effectively operating power-driven equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Regularly exposed to weather conditions.
• Regularly required to lift and/or carry heavy objects up to 90 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of water distribution systems or a closely related area, including some experience in a Leadworker or similar capacity,

Education: Graduation from high school or GED.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

• A valid Class B California Driver's license.
• California Department of Health Services Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certification.

Please Note: Candidates deemed most qualified, as reflected in their application materials, will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The prospective candidate must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted by the El Segundo Police Department. The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature, date, surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.

Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

Probationary Period: All employees must successfully complete a 12-month probationary period in order to attain permanent status with the City of El Segundo.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.

CITY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CEA)
Benefit Summary - Effective 5/17/2019

PERS Retirement : Tier I-2%@55 . Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members. Tier I and II members single highest year coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. Employee required contribution is 8% of pensionable income. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13 have three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare and payment of 50% of normal cost (6.75%).

Social Security: The City matches employee’s Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2023Social Security income cap is $160,200.

Retiree Medical: City offers paid retiree medical insurance at same rate as active employees.

Medical Insurance : $1,600 per month for employee and dependents' medical insurance under PERS.

Educational Incentive : Up to $334.21 for B.A. if job doesn't require it. Must be approved by Department Head. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.

Optical/Dental/Life/AD&D : $135 per month City contribution. Employee & eligible dependents may be covered for optical and dental. $30,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates. AD&D insurance policies provided for employees.

Flex Plan : Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

State Disability Insurance : Coverage provided through State Employment Development Department for short-term disability. Costs borne by union employees.

Long-Term Disability: City provides fully-paid LTD insurance. Continuance of 66 2/3% of first $9750 of employee's salary after a 60-day waiting period. Applies to non-job related occurrences.

Work Schedule: 9/80 with alternating Fridays off.

Holidays : 11 fixed paid holidays plus 1 day of personal leave/floating holiday per year.

Vacation Leave : 96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 15 years): 176 hours (16+ years). Leave can be used after 6 months of service. Annual cash conversion option.

Sick Leave : 8 hours per month. 100% payment for accrual over 600 hours and percentage of unused leave paid upon retirement or separation.

Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days [one workweek where travel is 500 miles or more] for qualifying incident.

Tuition Reimbursement : Up to $1,750 per year for tuition and books.

Longevity Pay: Up to $66.84/mo for 5 yrs of service; Up to $133.68 for 10 yrs of service; Up to $200.53/mo for 15 yrs of service. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.

Uniform Allowance : Dollar amount varies for specific classes.

Other : Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee); Mission Sqaure 457 Deferred Compensation Program; Payroll Direct Deposit.

Revised: 12/12; 2/13; 1/14; 2/15; 8/16; 5/17;5/19; 8/22

Closing Date/Time: 2/13/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$5,644.90 - $6,861.41 Monthly