Water Meter Technician
Water Meter Technician
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$ 52977 - 73819
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Job Description
About the Position
Saint Paul Regional Water Services is looking to hire multiple Water Meter Technicians. SPRWS provides drinking water and related services to the City of Saint Paul in addition to several surrounding suburban communities including Maplewood West Saint Paul Lauderdale Falcon Heights Mendota and Mendota Heights. Water is also provided on a wholesale basis to the cities of Roseville Arden Hills and Little Canada. The utility provides water to 450000 customers.
Heres what you can expect to do:
SPRWS consists of about 260 employees dedicated to providing quality water to customers at a reasonable cost. Water is distributed to our customers through a system that includes 1200 miles of water mains 94000 service connections 26000 valves and 10000 hydrants along with 10 pumping stations and 16 storage facilities.- Perform advancedlevel bench and field work installing repairing testing and replacing water meters in residential and commercial properties in Saint Paul and surrounding service areas.
- Assist in performing project activities across Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) divisions.
- Utilize appropriate tools and equipment to complete assigned tasks and follows established safety regulations and practices.
- Explain codes related to water meter functions plumbing and water billing to customers.
- Respond to complaints and assists in resolving complaints.
- For more information and essential functions see our job description.
Equity Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial cultural and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
One year of basic mechanical and/or plumbing experience.
OR
Successful completion of the SPRWS Utility Trainee program.Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Drivers License or equivalent outofstate drivers license.
How to Apply
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload or submit the following document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.
- A resume (optional)
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Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire and your resume (if included). Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and any attachments. You must submit your completed application supplemental questionnaire and any attachments by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting:You must receive a score of 75 or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Nonpromotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview job simulation work sample submission or other evaluation method.
PreEmployment Screening:This position requires a medical examination drivers license check drug test and a background check which may include criminal history and employment history as a condition of employment.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Danni Smith at
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veterans Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veterans preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455 you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.Click here for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans women persons of color members of the LGBTQIA community and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
