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City of Toledo Water Emergency Repair Worker in Toledo, Ohio
Water Emergency Repair Worker
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Water Emergency Repair Worker
Salary
$51,095.20 - $53,784.64 Annually
Location
Toledo, OH
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2023-00146
Department
Public Utilities
Division
Water Distribution
Opening Date
07/03/2024
Closing Date
7/16/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
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Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in performing emergency services relating to the water distribution system of the City; performs related work as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Answers complaints or reports of main breaks, service breaks, leaks, damaged or leaking fire hydrants and drives emergency truck to the scene.
Verifies main breaks, locates curb boxes, manholes and turnoff valves.
Notifies concerned parties of water shutoff and informs them of the procedures to follow.
Shuts off mains and relays situation to dispatcher.
Controls water of cut service lines and determines responsibility of repairs.
Locates damaged fire hydrants and turns off water at branch valve or main and reports a hydrant out of service.
Removes customers' defective water meters, inserts replacement meters, and brings non-functional meters into the shop.
Makes turn-offs and turn-ons for repairs or collections as needed.
Determines the responsible party for repairs of service leaks.
Sets up traffic patterns and barricades with or without flashers and takes other necessary actions to insure safety.
Pumps out fire hydrants as needed.
Arranges for water supply for out of service customers by connecting as hose to an adjacent house or structure.
Makes minor repairs on various water facilities.
May inspect and exercise valves.
Digs up curb boxes and valves, lifts valve/manhole covers and loosens manhole covers or breaks blacktop covering manhole covers using various tools.
Maintains records as needed.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
Water distribution system including materials and procedures used
Safety procedures
The hand tools used in the work
Skill in:
Map and atlas reading
Preparing reports and work records
Dealing effectively with the public
Ability to:
Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives and clients.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or General Educational Development (GED) equivalency tests and two (2) years experience in the maintenance of underground utilities that are under pressure.
Must possess a valid driver’s license
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- None
PYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In this position, the employee will occasionally stand and sit. The employee will frequently walk. The employee will occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, drag and/or move up to 100 pounds. Frequently stooping, kneeling, twisting, and crouching may occur with this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently indoors and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. This employee will frequently work in conditions where fume and dust are present. This employee will be constantly exposed to odors, gases and poor ventilation.
If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.
Class Code: Water Emergency Repair Worker (3416)
The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.
Health Insurance
The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.
Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee’s selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee’s bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Group Life Insurance
City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan
The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.
OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee’s annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.
For more information about OPERS, click on this link: https://www.opers.org/
Deferred Compensation & 401(K)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.
Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.
For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp
401(k)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).
Under the 401(k) plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee’s behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.
Roth 401(k)
The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.
Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
02
What is your highest level of education?
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Some College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate Degree
None of the above
03
How many years experience do you have in the maintenance of underground utilities that are under pressure?
Four (4) or more years of experience
Three (3) years but less than Four (4) years of experience
Two (2) years but less than Three (3) years of experience
One (1) year but less than Two (2) years of experience
Less than One (1) year experience
No experience
04
Describe your experience in the maintenance of underground utilities that are under pressure.
Required Question
Agency
City of Toledo
Address
One Government Center Ste 1920
Toledo, Ohio, 43604
Phone
419-245-1500
Website
http://toledo.oh.gov/services/human-resources/
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