Senior Water Pipe Worker WDM-II

Full Job Description

An online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration. Please DO NOT attach resumes and cover letters, as they will not be considered in the review of candidate's qualifications.

Seattle Public Utilities has multiple opportunities for experienced Senior Water Pipe Workers.

These positions provide leadership to Water Pipe Workers and apprentices in the Water Operations and System Maintenance Division. The successful candidates will report to Water Pipe Crew Chiefs.

The Water Operations & System Maintenance Division has four different reporting locations spread throughout Seattle and King County.

You may be assigned to work at any one of these four reporting locations: Lake Youngs (16205 SE Old Petrovitsky Rd, Renton), Tolt (13510 Carnation-Duvall Rd, Duvall), North Operations Center (1318 N 128th St, Seattle), Operations Control Center (2700 Airport Way S, Seattle).

About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU): Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost.

SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean.

Over 1,500 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity.

We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Why join our team?

We know work isn't only about what you do it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free Orca Pass
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Requirements

• Meets with Crew Chief to receive assignments, discuss job options and strategies, visit job sites and plans scope of work prior to the start of work.
• Receives new work, fills out work orders, sends completed work orders and records work details applying automated wireless, handheld and workstation devices along with various software programs.

Ensures the safe operations of variety of equipment including service trucks, dump trucks, hydro-lifts, truck mounted cranes, backhoes, dozers, graders and tractor mowers, water tapping machines, pipe cutters, valve machine, welding devices and hand tools.

Inspects service trucks for proper operation and needed maintenance.

• Reads and interprets construction and design blueprints to determine correct location and grade for all installations and possible obstructions or conflicts that could change work plans.
• Explains City standard plans on installation and repair of water transmission and distribution systems and impacts to customers and public as needed.
• Instructs crews on materials required and work expectations regarding work practices and production requirements.
• Directs, coaches, trains and mentors Water Pipe Workers, Water Pipe Worker Apprentices and temporary employees.
• Assists in the development and drafts curriculum as well as teaches classes for the apprenticeship program, new employees.
• Conducts monthly evaluations.
• Directs Construction Maintenance and Equipment Operators (CMEO) and Senior CMEO’s, Truck Drivers, Heavy Truck Drivers, temporary and contracted employees.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Experience:

• One (1) year journey-level experience in water system utility construction, maintenance, and repair of distribution and/or transmission systems and related facilities AND
• Completion of Seattle Public Utilities’ two-year Water Pipe Worker Apprenticeship Program or closely related apprenticeship program; OR
• Two (2) years of experience in pipe-fitting trade or pipe-fitting experience in the water works construction, maintenance and repair AND
• One (1) year journey-level experience in municipal water utility construction, maintenance and repair.

Experience and Education Equivalency: A combination of education and/or training and/or experience that provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class will be considered.

License, Certification and Other Requirements:

• Must possess current Washington State Commercial Driver’s License CDL Class B License.
• Must possess and maintain Washington State Department of Health Water Distribution Manager II Certification (WDMII) through continuing education unit requirements.

You will be most successful in this role if you possess one or more of the following:

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to provide excellent customer service skills to internal and external customers. Inform residents of area in order to coordinate repairs and installations.
• Knowledge of various computer programs including Maximo, Outlook and Datasplice.
• Ability to utilize leadership skills to resolve crew conflicts in the field, enforce City policies, and resolve customer complaints and concerns in a respectful and professional manner.
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to work with people from diverse professional, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, and a desire to learn new skills.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Must be able to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as part of a rotational shift.

Willingness to participate in voluntary weekly standby rotation to ensure adequate staff coverage to handle emergency events involving the water distribution system during off- hours.

This work is in person and hybrid work is not an option.

Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and emergencies, around heavy equipment. High pressure water systems and tools, exposed to traffic, chemical fumes, contaminated soil and loud noise from equipment, trucks, and turbines.

Digging, bending, stooping and lifting objects weighing in excess of 50 lbs. are required.

Good attendance is required. Must be willing to work out any of the four Water Operations facilities.

Additional Information

Application Requirements:

• Please fully complete an online application and supplemental questions.

• As a part of this application process, the most competitive candidates will be invited to take a written test, working test, and interview.

• SPU’s safety program requires a pre-employment medical assessment as a condition of employment in this position.
• If you are selected to advance in this hiring process, you may be asked to acquire a Full Washington Drivers Abstract from the Department of Licensing. Please do not provide until requested.

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience.

This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The full salary range for this position is $43.13 - $48.38 per hour.

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

If you have any questions, please contact Uma Suseelan at Uma.Suseelan@seattle.gov

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page www.seattle.gov/util/.