Job Information
City of Richland Utility Craftsworker (Wastewater Maintenance) in Richland, Washington
Under the direction of the Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor or designee, performs semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of the City's wastewater and stormwater systems, to include assisting in the operation of backhoes, dump trucks, jet/vac trucks and TV trucks. Subject to after hours and weekend work as needed.
The pay for this position is set by a Collective Bargaining Agreement starting at Step A $29.44.
**Minimum Qualifications:
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[EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS]{.underline}:
- High school diploma or GED.
- One (1) year of experience in wastewater or stormwater, and/or underground utility construction, maintenance, and/or repair.
[LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS]{.underline}:
- Valid driver's license including a Class "A" CDL with tanker endorsement upon hire date.
* Desirable Qualifications:*
- Two (2) years of experience in wastewater and/or stormwater maintenance and repair.
- One (1) year of experience in underground utility construction, maintenance, and/or repair.
- Prior experience in building and grounds construction
- Basic knowledge of digging and/or trenching safety requirements and procedures.
Valid Washington State Flagger Certification
Supplemental Information:
Final selection will be based on overall qualifications, interview process, background/reference check, and pre-employment physical commensurate to the position, to include DOT drug & alcohol screening.
*NOTE: This position will be posted internally/externally concurrently for ten (10) working days. However, only qualified, regular full-time, City employees will be given first consideration if they apply within the first five (5) working days of posting.
If no qualified regular City employees apply within the internal posting close date/time, then all qualified external applicants will be considered. Internal qualified applicants who apply after the initial five (5) day promotional posting will compete with qualified external applicants.