UTILITY TECHNICIAN (O)

Salary : $49,208.20 - $56,026.24 Annually
Location : Centennial II, Human Resources Department, 805 Central Avenue, Suite 200, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, OH
Job Type: Full-time Classified
Job Number: 26-02869 (O)
Department: Various City Departments
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


General Statement of Duties
This entry-level employee actively participates in the work of a small field crew responsible for the investigation of customer service requests, operation and maintenance of sewer or stormwater infrastructure assets, and routine maintenance of electronic monitoring equipment at various sites throughout the appropriate service district. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of :
Basic Personal Computer skills including the ability to use a current version of a Windows Operating System and browser-based applications and user interfaces.

Skill and ability to:
Apply basic reading and writing skills
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Apply basic mathematics including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including fractions and decimals in the performance of job duties.
Read, interpret and apply technical printed material, maps, and Job Aids.
Apply mechanical aptitude to daily job assignments.
Exhibit exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills in emotionally charged situations.
Work as a productive and cooperative member of a small maintenance or service request team with minimal supervision.
Perform strenuous physical labor.
Carry, lower and raise equipment weighing 75 pounds over a vertical distance of 20 feet or more in accordance with specified job hazard analyses.
Interface in a professional and courteous manner with customers.
Remove manhole lids and inlet grates.
Remove and transport debris from off-road infrastructure sites to an on-road vehicle.
Safely drive and operate a variety of passenger and specialized commercial vehicles to various job sites in a variety of weather conditions.
Work in inclement weather conditions, while exposed to unpleasant odors, raw sewage, etc.

Examples of Work Performed:

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

Assists in providing response to service requests relating to MSD infrastructure or City of Cincinnati stormwater infrastructure from customers or outside agencies.
Enters manholes, chambers and confined spaces to perform investigation and maintenance activities.
Safely utilizes a variety of confined space entry and self-contained breathing apparatus equipment as a confined space entrant or attendant.
Enters customers' homes and/or businesses to perform investigations and building sewer maintenance activities utilizing specialized maintenance equipment.
Safely aids in the operation of specialized maintenance equipment such as electric drain cleaners (mole machines) and electronic transmitting sondes and receivers to physically determine the locations of buried sewer collection system assets.
Respectfully interacts with customers during the course of service requests and investigations.
Assists in the inspection and performance of basic maintenance on sewer force-main air release valves.
Assists in the operation and maintenance of flow control gates and devices.
Cleans Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) mechanical regulator equipment and drop-gate structures to maintain wastewater flow and meet defined levels of service.
Assists in the installation and maintenance of electronic monitoring equipment in support of MSD's Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) and Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) real-time monitoring program.
Assists in special investigations to resolve drainage problems.
Assists in the marking of utilities.
Uses a laptop computer or other portable electronic device to review and update assigned work orders.
Completes and maintains accurate electronic and written records of all completed assignments.
May drive a variety of passenger and specialized commercial vehicles to various job sites as needed.
Required Education and Experience
OPEN:
Each applicant must have a valid secondary education (high school) diploma or GED equivalent. Some college credits or post-secondary technical education is preferred.


OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid Driver's License.
Must maintain minimum job-required certifications.
Must have sufficient vision to read blueprints, schematics, sketches and personal computing devices, and to recognize differences in color.
Must be willing to work irregular shifts or irregular hours.
Some positions may require the Utility Technician to obtain and utilize Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and Supplied Air certification within the probationary period.
Some positions may require the Utility Technician to possess or obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL-B) within the probationary period.


MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.
Additional Exam Information:

Credit for Military Service : Special credit for honorable military service is given (1) only to Ohio residents, (2) who successfully complete all portions of the testing process, and (3) who provide Human Resources a long-form copy of your DD-214 confirming an honorable discharge (Character of Service Box 24 on DD-214). Disabled veterans shall receive ten preference points and non-disabled veterans shall receive five preference points. Veteran's points will be added only to passing scores.



Background Investigation : A criminal background investigation will be conducted for this position (according to Civil Service Commission Rule 15 - Sensitive Classifications/Positions and the Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2001 and the Patriot Act). The purpose is to detect security risks and prevent security threats posed by potential employees.



U.S. Citizenship : All positions with the City of Cincinnati require that each applicant be a citizen of the United States or have a valid permanent resident card at the time of appointment (date of hire).
The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.


Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.


Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.
Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.
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I understand that some positions may require the Utility Technician to possess or obtain and utilize Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and Suppllied Air Certification within the probationary period.

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