Springdale Water Utilities is now accepting applications for the position of Distribution Operator.
Job Description
Working under the direction of the Distribution Supervisor and supervision of the Distribution Manager and the Distribution Director, this individual is a member of a three-member crew working in the water distribution and sanitary sewer collection systems owned, operated, and maintained by Springdale Water Utilities, hereinafter referred to as the Utility. Persons employed in this position are responsible for making sure health and safety measures are executed. This is a safety sensitive position. Pre-employment and random drug testing are required per DOT regulations.
This position is required to be on call (duty assignment) at scheduled weekly intervals and to be available for working outside normal business hours.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities To Meet Job Requirements
- Knowledge of material, methods, and techniques used in construction, maintenance and repair activities as related to assigned areas of specialization
- Knowledgeable in generally accepted standards and techniques used in the operation and maintenance of water distribution and sanitary sewer systems
- Ability to operate heavy equipment and tools
- Ability to meet schedules and time lines
- Demonstrate the ability to work safely and efficiently
- Demonstrate ability to understand and interpret verbal and written instructions, and read documents such as safety rules and operating instructions
- Capable of maintaining an effective working relationship with fellow employees and work courteously and tactfully with the public and co-workers
- Maintain a good attendance record
RESPONSIBILITIES
Actively participates in duties of a high performance three-member crew assigned to maintain, upgrade, and expand the Utility’s water distribution system and the sanitary sewer collection system. Work assignments include, but are not limited, to the following:
- Operate Utility equipment units, such as backhoe/loader, dump truck, hydraulic jet (flush) truck, rodder, and tools such as hole hog, tapping machine, jackhammer, acetylene torch, pipe saw, trash pump and air compressor, to perform any operation within the capacity of the equipment and as necessary to accomplish the job required
- Locating and repair of water leaks
- Analyzing and correcting low-pressure services
- Repairing, replacing and providing maintenance on water mains, valves, meter services, fire hydrants and other water system appurtenances
- Locating and repairing all breaks and stoppages in sewer mains and lateral lines
- Cleaning, repairing, and replacement of sewer mains and manholes
- Adjusting valve boxes and manhole lids to proper grade
- Construction of water and sewer line extensions, installing new meter services and sewer taps, hydrants, valves and manholes
- Clean, service, and maintain all vehicles, equipment, and tools assigned to the crew
- Assist with housekeeping, cleaning, and maintenance of workplace facilities
- When called upon, assist other Utility divisions in the maintenance and minor construction of the facilities for which they are responsible
- Perform other duties and special assignments as directed by superiors
Education & Training
Obtain, within three (3) years, a Class II Water Distribution Operator’s License issued by the Arkansas Department of Health. Employees in this position are strongly encouraged to obtain a Class IV Water Distribution Operator’s License. The Utility’s compensation system is designed to motivate employees to contribute to the maximum of their ability by compensating based on their job performance and meeting licensing requirements. Inability to obtain proper licenses, within a year of being eligible to test, will result in a decrease of potential merit increases.
Employee must obtain and maintain, within 6 months, a State of Arkansas Commercial Driver’s License commensurate with work duties and remain insurable by the carrier providing automotive insurance coverage to the Springdale Water and Sewer Commission. CDL Required
Salary range is $22.01 – $33.02 DOE
Springdale Water provides an exceptional benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Springdale Water Utilities is now accepting applications for the position of Night Dispatcher.
JOB SUMMARY
Working under the supervision of the Technical Services Director, this position is charged with the primary responsibility of dispatching personnel to appropriate locations within the water distribution and sewer collection systems owned, operated, and maintained by Springdale Water Utilities, hereinafter referred to as the Utility. The Night Dispatcher is also responsible for monitoring the SCADA system and other surveillance equipment.
*Please note* This role encompasses both dispatching duties for utility personnel and SCADA monitoring, as well as actively participating in maintenance tasks, grounds keeping, and various clerical responsibilities. The position has a general number of hours per week allocated to dispatching and SCADA monitoring, while the remaining time allocated to maintenance, administrative tasks, and support for water quality initiatives. This position is anticipated to have a four day work week.
Monday OFF
Tuesday 8am-5pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch
Wednesday 8am-5pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch
Thursday 8am – 12 pm relief, 12 pm-8pm dispatch
Friday 8 am-8 pm dispatch
The allocations of these hours may fluctuate.
GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
General duties and responsibilities include:
- Receive incoming telephone calls and radio reports of problems in the water distribution or sanitary sewer systems which require the attention of Utility personnel.
- Dispatch Utility personnel to appropriate locations within the water and sanitary sewer distribution systems.
- Be familiar with and monitor the SCADA system, reporting any alarm status or trend concerns to appropriate staff.
- Be familiar with and monitor security system, reporting any alarm status to appropriate staff and contacting law enforcement if necessary.
- Document incoming calls and dispatch staff accordingly.
- Assist in making periodic oral reports to supervisory staff. Assist in maintenance of SCADA, security and fire systems.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES TO MEET JOB REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents must have the following qualifications:
- Demonstrate a general understanding of the facilities, equipment, and procedures used to operate, repair, and maintain a municipal water system
- Demonstrate a general understanding of the facilities, equipment, and procedures used to operate, repair, and maintain a municipal wastewater system
- Possess basic knowledge and understand operating principles of fixtures, devices, and appliances used in a building’s plumbing system
- Ability to perform clerical and record keeping duties in the support of field personnel working in the water distribution and wastewater collection systems
- Ability to read, interpret, explain, and follow verbal and written instructions, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies
- Ability to work within established guidelines with little direct supervision
- Ability to perform a variety of tasks at the same time
- Possess interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
- Demonstrate good telephone communication skills and the ability to work well with the public
- Knowledgeable in FCC regulations governing the use of two-way radio equipment
- Possess basic knowledge and understanding of operating systems and software applications used in personal computers
- Develop an understanding of SCADA, fire and security systems.
- Demonstrate the ability to work safely and efficiently.
- Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees and supervisors
- Maintain a good attendance record.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Dispatch work includes sustained posture in a seated position with intense attentiveness to computer use for prolonged periods. Work skills require dexterity of hands and fingers to write messages, operate a computer keyboard, telephone, and two-way radio; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or through the use of communication systems; and seeing to read various document related to assigned activities. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Persons who are employed in this position are encouraged to obtain a Water Distribution Operator’s License from the Arkansas Department of Health and/or a Wastewater Operator’s License from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality.
Salary range is $18.62-$27.91 DOE
This job posting will remain open until filled.
Springdale Water provides an exceptional benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Springdale Water Utilities is now accepting applications for the position of Cross Connection Technician.
JOB SUMMARY
Assist in the administration of the Cross-Connection Program using state and city codes and the regulations adopted by the Springdale Water and Sewer Commission, collect water samples to ensure Utility compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act, interact with the Arkansas Department of Health on various issues, and to assist other crews/departments or perform other special assignments as determined by the Technical Services Director. This is a safety sensitive position.
GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Set up appointments and meet with customers. Perform inspections of private plumbing systems for cross connections and grease trap compliance. Determine system corrections. Discuss findings with customers and answer questions. Confirm compliance with suggested changes. Inspect and approve new assemblies. Develop and follow warning/termination of service procedure. Update Technical Services Director on non-compliant customers and on delinquent private fire sprinkler water use bills. Maintain files on private fire service lines, backflow assemblies and correspondence. Perform flow tests on fire hydrants and operate valves to control service to private fire lines. Maintain pending action files. Develop and maintain a testing schedule. Review new regulations and recommend updates to the city’s water use code. Review new construction to certify fire sprinkler systems comply with state and local codes. Test backflow-prevention assemblies as required. Test and repair backflow-prevention assemblies owned and maintained by Springdale Water Utilities. Maintain an information base for public education; update list of state approved assemblies and manufacturers. Provide professional advice to customers, plumbers, contractors and other water departments in matters involving backflow prevention and private fire service line requirements. Respond to customer water quality inquiries. Maintain test equipment. Collect samples in the water distribution system to assure compliance with the rules and regulations of the Arkansas Department of Health and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Maintain records and files of water samples collected and analyzed for compliance with state and federal regulations. Assist the Technical Services Director with preparation of annual drinking water reports (Information Collection Rule).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES TO MEET JOB REQUIREMENTS
In order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, schematics, construction plans and government regulations related to the construction of water lines, fire hydrants, private fire service lines and backflow prevention. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work assignments require a person who can work in an office environment and in the field.
Office Environment: Office work includes sustained posture in a seated position with intense attentiveness to computer use for prolonged periods. Work skills require walking; sitting for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and office equipment; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, bending at the waist and kneeling or crouching to retrieve files from cabinets and shelves; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone; and seeing to read various documents related to assigned activities. Vision abilities required by this job also include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Physical exertion may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds. The noise level in the office environment is moderately quiet.
Field Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; duties may include climbing into and out of excavation sites and trenches and being in outside weather conditions. Employee may be subjected to occasional wet and/or humid conditions; fumes, dust, or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level can be loud at times.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); five or more years of related experience and/or training as a licensed water operator. Individual must have met the minimum licensing requirements of a Class II Water Distribution Operator’s license issued by the Department of Health in order to apply for this position.
Individual must have, or have the ability to obtain, a valid motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the Arkansas Department of Finance & Administration. Personnel in this position using Utility vehicles must remain insurable by the carrier providing automotive insurance to the Springdale Water and Sewer Commission.
Have, or have the ability to obtain within one year, after assuming position, a Class IV Water Distribution Operator’s License issued by the Arkansas Department of Health.
Have, or have the ability to obtain within one year, after assuming position, certification by the State of Arkansas for backflow testing and repair.
The Utility’s compensation system is designed to motivate employees to contribute to the maximum of their ability by compensating based on their job performance and meeting licensing requirements. Inability to obtain proper licenses, within a year of being eligible to test, will result in a decrease of potential merit increases.
Certification is preferred, but not required, as a licensed Plumbing Inspector by the Arkansas Department of Health.
Salary range is $23.68-$35.56 DOE
This job posting will remain open until filled.
Springdale Water provides an exceptional benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Springdale Water Utilities is now accepting applications for the position of Meter Reader.
Job Description
Travels assigned routes and takes readings of water meter dial, inputs data into handheld computer to determine consumption and provide the necessary information for accurate utility billing. Note any changes in consumption, location of meter, or meter condition. (In terms of leakage, damage, or malfunction). This position is required to be on call (duty assignment) at scheduled weekly intervals and to be available for working outside normal business hours. This is a safety sensitive position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities To Meet Job Requirements
Knowledge of geography and street locations within the City. Knowledge of layout of meter locations within the City. Knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials used in meter reading. Knowledge of record keeping techniques. Knowledge of interpersonal skills in using tact, patience, and courtesy. Ability to work independently with little direction. Ability to walk for extended periods of time over considerable distances. Maintain a good attendance record. Demonstrate the ability to work safely and efficiently. Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers. Work well with the public and supervisors.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform physically demanding work including the reading of water meters, turning on and off water meters, removal of materials from the City’s water meter boxes to insure proper functioning. Respond to and resolve customer requests, complaints, and inquires. Respond to emergency calls after hours. Operate and maintain company vehicle in a safe and appropriate manner. Interact in a professional and respectful manner with the staff and public. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Education & Training
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must possess and maintain a valid Arkansas Drivers License commensurate with work duties and be insurable by the carrier providing automotive insurance coverage for the Springdale Water and Sewer Commission.
Class IV Water Distribution Operator’s License issued by the Arkansas Department of Health is desired.
Salary range is $21.65-$32.50 DOE
Springdale Water provides an exceptional benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.