This is a Closed - Promotional recruitment open only to permanent City of El Segundo employees. Only online applications will be accepted for this position and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 12, 2024.  Currently, there is one vacancy in the Public Works Department - Water Division. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.     Under limited supervision, performs a variety of water utility customer service duties, including reading water meters, recording consumption, identifying water meter equipment problems and performing routine repairs. Essential Functions:  Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics.  This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:  * Provides water customer service including routine reading of water meters and rereading water meters when problems are identified;  * Turns service on and/or off as required;  * Responds to customer inquiries or complaints;  * Delivers shut off notices and responds to related inquiries;  * Repairs damaged or defective meters in the field and in the shop;  * Repairs, replaces and/or rebuilds meter boxes and water lines, registers and shut-off valves;  * Cleans dirt and weeds from meter boxes and trims bushes and trees obstructing meter boxes;  * Performs concrete and asphalt work as required; and * Collects water samples for bacteria, turbidity and physical quality following established procedures.   Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics: To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential function.  The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Knowledge of:  * Water meter reading and usage recording techniques and procedures;  * Meter routes and the procedures for working them;  * Meter reading schedules, billings and related customer service oriented policies and procedures;  * The basic mechanics of water meter operation; and  * Basic plumbing practices and techniques.  Skill in: * Accurately and efficiently reading water meters on an assigned route;  * Accurately assessing water meter problems and performing repairs;  * Operating a variety of tools and equipment related to maintaining, and repairing water meter systems; and  * Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public. Working Conditions: * Regularly exposed to weather conditions; and  * Regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.   Licensing/Certification Requirements: *  A valid California driver's license at a level appropriate to the equipment operated; and  * California Department of Health Services Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certification.   Minimum Qualifications:  A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying.   Education: High school graduation or GED. Experience:  One (1) year of experience in construction and/or general maintenance work at a comparable level of responsibility with a focus on public contact. Please Note: Candidates deemed most qualified, as reflected in their application materials, will be invited to continue in the recruitment process.  The prospective candidate must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted by the El Segundo Police Department. The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application.  Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position.  The nature, date, surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered. Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. Probationary Period: All employees must successfully complete a 12-month probationary period in order to attain permanent status with the City of El Segundo.   The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.