Utility Installer Repairer Assistant

The Position Under the guidance of an Installer/Repairer-Lead or an Installer/Repairer, assists in the installation, repair and maintenance of the water, gas, and wastewater system facilities. An Installer/Repairer Assistant typically goes through a three-year rotation to achieve journey-level proficiency in all three of these underground utility services with the goal of becoming eligible to become a Utility Installer/Repairer. Ideal Candidate Class B California Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement D1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate Three years of underground utility experience with each utility (water, gas, wastewater) Knowledge of valves, fittings, and clamps used in water, gas, and wastewater repairs Skilled in locating gas, water and sewer components using pipeline locating equipment, maps, and physical signs Compensation Comprehensive compensation plan. For more information, click here. Benefits Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, leadership training, and career growth opportunities Education benefits: Potential enrollment for dependents in the Palo Alto Unified School District (pilot program, subject to change) Childcare support: $10,000 in childcare subsidies (pilot program, subject to change) Commute benefits: Incentives for walking, biking, and taking transit to work. The City of Palo Alto participates in the Clipper Bay Pass program (Employee Cost: $5 per month). Defined-Benefit Retirement Plan: competitive pension benefits Essential Duties Responds to USA mark and locate requests, marking water, gas, and wastewater mains and services in accordance with USA requirements. Locates and repairs water mains and services leaks; replaces galvanized water services with copper pipe; repairs service tap blow-outs, fire hydrant laterals, water valves, curb stops, and meter couplings; taps into existing water mains and installs water meters. Locates and repairs gas mains and services leaks; installs P.E. gas mains and services; replaces leaking gas services; taps into existing gas mains; tests new gas installations; installs gas meters and regulators. Taps into existing sewer mains; repairs laterals and manholes; replaces sewer lateral traps with cleanouts; locates cleanouts; cleans and chemically treats sewer mains for root and rodent control. Records and diagrams completed for work orders and job prints for submittal to the supervisor. Sets up barricades, flashers, and cones to protect work sites. Minimum Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent training and experience. One year of experience in construction, preferably in a position working with gas, water, or sewer systems, or experience in maintenance and operation of gas, water, or sewer systems. Underground construction experience preferred. Special Requirements Possession of a valid California Class B commercial driver's permit with appropriate endorsements required within sixty days of appointment with the ability to obtain a license within six months of appointment. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Additional Information We are hiring multiple positions. Union This position is part of the Service Employees' International Union (SEIU). #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Palo Alto