At Scottsdale Water, we pride ourselves on delivering superior quality water and service to the Scottsdale community. Our employees ensure a safe, sustainable drinking water system, operate an innovative water reclamation system and help Scottsdale Water consistently maintain its position as one of the nation’s most advanced and efficient water utilities.
We value our employees and challenge them to constantly improve how we do business. Our team is made up of professionals from all disciplines – engineering, finance, operations, laboratory science, chemistry, public relations, hydrology, customer service, electrical, maintenance and so much more.
Salary: $32.72 - $44.21 per hour (non-Exempt)
Anticipated starting salary may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity.
About The Position
The Water Services Worker IV leads a crew that performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water lines in the water distribution system and occasionally sewer lines in the collection system.
Essential Functions
- Qualifies for a DOT Medical Certification Card on a regular basis as determined by the authorizing DOT physician as appropriate to the job assignment.
- Maintains, repairs, replaces and adds to the water distribution and transmission system pipes, valves, hydrants, laterals and various other appurtenances.
- Operates a backhoe or other equipment to excavate damaged water and sewer lines.
- Determines the extent of damage to distribution and sewer lines and recommends proper repair methods.
- Performs water main shutdowns and notifies affected customers when water outages are necessary to perform system work.
- Performs water line repair tapping and valve installation; tests water lines and refills trenches; repairs streets and sidewalks damaged during excavation.
- Operates a high velocity sewer cleaning truck for excavation or line clearing.
- Adjusts manhole cover heights and performs sewer line and lateral repairs.
- Trains, evaluates, and directs employees in daily activities.
- Observes and monitors data and personnel to determine compliance with prescribed operating and safety standards.
- Communicates with citizens and staff members in a professional and courteous manner.
- Provides input into the employee evaluation process.
- Submits reports on the performance of assigned Water Services Workers.
- 'Stands in' during the absence of a Water Services Worker V or Supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
- Two years of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing a water distribution system; or one year of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing a water distribution system with one year of experience in plumbing construction, construction of other underground utilities, including gas, cable or electrical repair.
- Preferred: Municipal water distribution system experience.
Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements
The Scottsdale Water Resources Division offers an Operator Certification Incentive Program up to $750.00 per certification for those employees who obtain certifications above what is required of their positions. The department recognizes the intrinsic value of operator certifications and the added value to the city of having a workforce that possess them.
- Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date.
- Must possess or obtain within 6 months of hire or promotion Grade 2 operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Water Distribution.
- Must possess or obtain within six months of promotion or hire and maintain an Arizona Class "A" Commercial Driver License (CDL) with the Tanker endorsement.
- Must maintain a valid CDL with appropriate endorsements and will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as required by law.
- Completion of a one-time training requirement that includes alcohol misuse training and controlled substance use training, in accordance with FMCSA regulation 49 CFR 382.603, within 60 days of hire.
- Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
- Lifting, bending, and stooping repeatedly and lifting arms above shoulder level.
- Digging or loading soil or other heavy material with a shovel.
- Periods in a backhoe, with vibration, jarring, and twisting.
- Carry large valve keys and turn them, requiring substantial upper body twisting and force.
- Remove manhole covers, requiring swinging a sledge hammer, prying off, and dragging the heavy covers.
- Work in trenches, manholes, and other confined and cramped spaces that may be muddy or in standing water.
- Lift and carry or drag heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) both short and long distances.
- Walk up and down stairs, climb ladders, and traverse rough terrain.
- Work in adverse conditions including extreme heat and cold, wind, rain, and loud noise.
- Operate a heavy pneumatic jack hammer.
- Operate a city vehicle to/from various worksite locations throughout the city, and operate city equipment, as needed.
- 10-hour days for 4 days/week are standard scheduled shifts.
- May work rotating weekend shifts, holidays, and a call-out schedule.
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
- City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental 457 Retirement Plans through Nationwide
- Pet Insurance
- Bilingual pay compensation
