Welder/Water Distribution Worker

Seeking a skilled Welder/Water Distribution

SALARY & BENEFIT INFORMATION $40.84 - $49.64 Hourly $7,078.88 - $8,604.42 Monthly $84,946.56 - $103,253.04 Annually
Generous Monthly Flexible Benefit Plan Contribution for Medical Benefits. Bilingual Incentive Pay, City Paid Deferred Compensation & so much more!
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Online applications will be accepted beginning Tuesday, May 27 ,2025 through Thursday, June 19 , 2025 OR until 150 applications are received , whichever comes first. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close without notice on the day the department's needs have been met. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
POSITION DEFINITION

Welder : Under general supervision, performs skilled machinist and welding work for the Water Division in the designing, repairing, machining, assembling, welding and fabricating metal parts, tools, machines and equipment; performs duties of Water Distribution Worker as directed; performs related duties as required.

Water Distribution Worker : Under general supervision, performs operational tasks in Water Distribution. Duties are performed under close supervision and within a structured learning capacity. Incumbents perform a wide range of construction and maintenance tasks and perform with greater independence and discretion as knowledge and abilities are acquired.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS The Welder/Water Distribution Worker is a journey-level classification assigned to the Water Utility Distribution Division. Incumbents perform both skilled welding work in repair, replacement and maintenance of water distribution equipment and structures and conduct operational duties in construction of water distribution systems. SUPERVISION EXCERCISED Receives supervision from the Water Distribution Crew Supervisor. Exercises no supervision. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Welder :

• Fabricates, assembles and repairs utility equipment; welds, brazes, cuts, shapes and fastens metal parts.
• Utilizes electric and gas welding equipment, drill presses, metal brakes, metal shears, lathes, grinders, power, hand tools and measurement instruments necessary for journey level metal work; plans sequence of operations and utilizes a variety of machine shop equipment.
• Develops and prepares specifications for tools, parts or equipment; participates in maintenance of the water system.
• Performs sheet metal and other metal work; performs repairs in the field and in the shop.
• Maintains records of time spent and work performed; maintains inventory of stock.

Water Distribution Worker :

• Installs, removes, and repairs large and small services. When installing/replacing a water service, incumbents shall program the advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) communication module with the associated meter.
• Cuts, fits, lays and repairs water mains; cleans and flushes water mains; repairs mains, valves and hydrants.
• Inspects, tests, and operates valves, fittings and related water distribution equipment.
• Operates trucks and construction equipment such as backhoe and trenching machine; performs minor servicing to truck and reports mechanical or other problems; keeps truck stocked with supplies and materials.
• Performs repairs to fire hydrants and flow tests related equipment.
• Participates in water system maintenance and repair work; locates, excavates and repairs water lines and related facilities; inspects water projects for leaks, decayed pipes, spillages and pump malfunctioning.
• Once it is determined that an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) communication failure is related to the water meter/meter register, Water Distribution Workers will exchange the water meter/meter register and reprogram the AMI communication module and the meter/register that was exchanged.
• Installs barricades and routes traffic in a safe manner.
• Operates a jackhammer; pours and finishes concrete and blacktop.
• Assists in training less experienced personnel.
• Maintains routine records. Assists with maintaining advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) inventory necessary to exchange water meters/meter registers.
• Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Experience

• Education : HS/GED.
• Experience : One (1) year of experience in welding.

Licenses or Certification

• Possession of, or to obtain during probationary period, a Class B California driver's license, with Air Brakes and Tanker endorsement and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of, or to obtain during probationary period, a Grade D1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain during probationary period, a current welder certification equivalent to AWS Standards

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge Welder :

• Construction maintenance methods, procedures, tools, equipment, supplies and materials used in the water industry.
• Methods, materials, equipment and tools used in metal, machinist and welding work; various metals and their characteristics and methods of cutting and shaping them.
• Operation, maintenance and repair of small and large metal working tools and equipment; safe work practices.
• Principles of mechanical maintenance.

Water Distribution Worker:

• Equipment and procedures involved in the installation.
• Maintenance, and repair of water systems.
• Related laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Ability

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Keep accurate records.
• Design metal work specifications.
• Read graphical presentations of work to be done.
• Diagnose equipment operating problems and make required repairs.
• Operate and maintain metal working tools and welding equipment.
• Use precision measuring equipment.
• Follow oral and written instructions and work from plans and specifications.
• Keep records of work performed.
• Work safely and follow safety procedures and policies.
• Fabricate, repair, and assemble equipment.
• Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Work independently.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS These are position functions which may be changed, deleted, or reassigned to accommodate an individual with a disability. Environmental Conditions

• Work is performed primarily at Water Distribution Facilities, and various distribution sites.
• Required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends from time-to-time.
• Performs a regularly scheduled standby shift as assigned.

Physical Conditions

• Prolonged sitting and regular standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities.
• Grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in the performance of daily activities.
• Near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents.
• Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.
• Verbally communicate and comprehend verbal directions
• Lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 50 pounds.

Some requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Recruitment Process: All applicants are required to submit a complete City application at www.azusaca.gov/jobs . Applications must be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. Applications that are submitted without a resume, or have unanswered supplemental questions, may be deemed incomplete.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer): Online applications will be reviewed for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to perform the essential functions of this job. Only those candidates whose applications indicate that they are most qualified will be invited to continue in the recruitment process.

Examination Process (Oral Interview): Selected candidates who meet the qualifications will be invited to an oral interview. Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a qualification appraisal panel of subject knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates' qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list.

As vacancies occur throughout the City of Azusa within this classification, candidates may be referred to the hiring department. In accordance with the City of Azusa Civil Service Rule 5.5.1 , examinations may consist of one or more selection techniques, including but not limited to: Application Evaluation (Qualifying), Written Exam, Practical/Performance Exam, and/or Panel Oral Interview.
The City of Azusa is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. The City of Azusa does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (including gender and pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, age, or sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, transgender or heterosexuality) status in employment or the provision of services. Please be advised that as an employee of the City of Azusa, your job could be modified as part of the City's obligation to reasonably accommodate a disabled employee.

The City is dedicated to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at ... prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
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