Water Services Aide (Maintenance Aide) (Part-time)

Water Services Aide

This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close at any time. The position is with the Tustin Public Works Department in the part-time role of Water Services Aide. A successful candidate will be reliable, willing to learn, and motivated to take on the tasks presented. Incumbents will perform a variety of unskilled to semi-skilled manual labor tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the City's water distribution system. Positions at this level require no prior directly related Water Services experience and are trained in semi-skilled tasks that are related to their area of assignment. Given that this is a part-time, at-will, non-benefitted position, hours will be limited to less than 1,000 hours per fiscal year. Hours worked may vary significantly from week to week.

The City of Tustin is a vibrant and charming city nestled in the heart of Orange County. It remains true to its quaint heritage while warmly welcoming neighbors and planning for purposeful growth in the future. Called home by a passionate and diverse community, Tustin is a place for all generations and every walk of life. Behind this beloved community, there is a team of practiced public servants who steward the City's future while maintaining its unique charm and rich history. By balancing the needs of today with optimism for tomorrow, the City of Tustin works to realize its vision of a safe, high-quality and thriving community.

The Tustin Public Works Department is responsible for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of all public infrastructure and public right-of-way. Join our team and help the Tustin Public Works Department achieve Tustin's mission of providing effective, high-quality services that foster safety, quality of life, and economic vitality throughout our community.

Application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Those who are best qualified will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Those who pass the panel interview will earn placement on the eligible list, which may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification. This recruitment is conducted on a continuous basis to meet the needs of the City as vacancies occur and may close at any time.

As a part-time Water Services Aide, incumbents will perform a wide variety of duties. Examples of these duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Removes and installs water meters
• Manually digs and backfills trenches and holes to facilitate installation and repair of water systems
• Locates, inspects, and investigates water lines and sources of leaks; assists in repairing leaks when necessary
• Assists in the installation, repair, and maintenance of various water system appurtenances, including pipes, mains, meters, and valves
• Responds to emergency calls for maintenance and repair activities
• Operates a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment; observes proper safety precautions and complies with Cal-OSHA personal and equipment safety regulations
• Operates motor vehicles in a safe manner
• Maintains and organizes work area to ensure a clean and safe working environment; maintains and cleans assigned vehicles, tools and equipment
• Completes basic activity records and reports
• Assists the public with directions, questions regarding City regulations, and other basic inquiries as needed

A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification. A typical combination includes graduation from high school or equivalent; and six (6) months of experience in general maintenance work. To view the knowledge, skills, & abilities expected of the position, please follow the link here. Possession of a Class C California driver's license and an acceptable driving record. Receive satisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination and administrative screening. May be required to work varying shifts outside of regular business hours (e.g., early morning, evenings, holidays, and weekends) and may be called to respond to emergencies outside of regular business hours.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grasp, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The position primarily works in field settings. The employee must have the ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. The position requires the ability to exert a moderate to extensive amount of physical effort involving stooping, crouching, climbing, kneeling, working in confined spaces, and lifting, carrying, or pushing equipment, tools, supplies and other materials typically weighing up to 60 pounds. The employee may be exposed to strong odors, smoke, strong and / or toxic chemicals, and loud noise in the performance of duties. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.