Wastewater Service Worker I

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　　Wastewater Service Worker I

　　Salary

　　$45,241.08 - $55,230.00 Annually

　　Location

　　CA, CA

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　2024-0020

　　Department

　　Public Works-Waste Water

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/4/2024 8:00 PM Pacific

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Definition and Class Characteristics

　　Interviews will be held the week of February 12th

　　A Wastewater Service Worker I is an integral part of the wastewater collection system whose mission is to keep the community functioning by performing semi-skilled work associated with the maintenance, construction and repair of wastewater collection systems and their appurtenances! This position is crafted for individuals who have graduated from high school, supplemented by a formal apprenticeship in the maintenance, construction and repair of underground pipeline systems OR one year of experience performing work of a similar nature. Completion of two years apprenticeship as a plumber will be accepted in lieu of the required experience. Possession of a Grade I or II certificate in collection system maintenance issued by the Water Pollution Control Association is a big plus!

　　Inspect work in progress and upon completion for quality and conformance to instructions and specifications

　　Cuts and fits pipe, digs trenches, mixes grout and concrete, cuts pavement, and backfills and compacts trenches

　　Performs high pressure cleanings, smoke testing and TV inspection of sewer lines

　　Provides sewer line inspection services as needed

　　Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy.

　　We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

　　Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) through the Department of Education.

　　To review the full job description, click here (http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1082133?keywords=wastewater%20service%20worker&pagetype=classSpecifications) !

　　Benefits Guide

　　The Benefits Guide (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/50968/Nevada-County-2024-Open-Enrollment-Benefits-Guide) is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.

　　Health Insurance

　　The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.

　　2024 Health Insurance Plans

　　Anthem Select HMO

　　Anthem Traditional HMO

　　Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO

　　Blue Shield Trio HMO

　　Kaiser HMO

　　PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)

　　PERS Platinum PPO

　　PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)

　　Flexible Spending Accounts

　　The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.

　　Life Insurance

　　Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:

　　Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment

　　Basic Term Life

　　Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans

　　Optional Dependent Term Life

　　Optional Term Life

　　Dental & Vision Insurance

　　Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.

　　Retirement

　　The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.

　　CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:

　　Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55

　　Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60

　　Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62

　　CalPERS Safety tiers:

　　Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.

　　Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.

　　Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.

　　We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page,www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.

　　NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.

　　Nevada County Human Resources Department

　　950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2

　　[email protected]

　　www.nevadacountyca.gov

　　01

　　Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

　　Did not graduate High School or receive a GED

　　High School or GED

　　Some College

　　Associates Degree

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Master's Degree

　　02

　　Which of the following best describes your years of experience in the maintenance, construction and repair of underground pipeline systems, or work of a similar nature?

　　None

　　Less than one year

　　1 year to less than 2 years

　　2 years to less than 3 years

　　3 years to less than 4 years

　　4 years to less than 5 years

　　5 or more years

　　Completion of 2 year apprenticeship as a plumber

　　03

　　Please describe the experience you have had in the maintenance, construction and repair of underground pipeline systems or experience performing work of a similar nature.

　　04

　　How many apprenticeship years have you completed as a plumber?

　　None

　　Less than 1 year

　　1 year to less than 2 years

　　2 or more years

　　05

　　Do you possess a Grade I or II certificate in collection system maintenance issued by the Water Pollution Control Association?

　　Yes, and I have uploaded proof of this to my application

　　No, I do not possess this certificate

　　06

　　The Wastewater Service Worker I position will perform a wide variety of construction, maintenance and repair tasks, some of which may be semi-skilled in nature. Examples of duties include repairs to collection and irrigation lines, high pressure cleaning and performing smoke testing and TV inspection of sewer lines. In addition, candidate will be responsible for landscape maintenance and servicing pump stations. Please select which best fits your experience and education.

　　I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

　　I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

　　I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

　　I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

　　I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

　　07

　　Tell us about the job that you enjoyed the least? What were your responsibilities? What did you not like about it? Was there anything that you enjoyed about this position?

　　08

　　Describe your ideal supervisor. Tell me about a time when you worked for someone like this. What qualities do you not prefer in a boss?

　　09

　　In your experience, how does an organization encourage your use of your discretionary energy and effort, that willingness each employee has, to go the extra mile, push harder, spend more time, and do whatever is necessary to get the job done?

　　10

　　What is the single most important factor that must be present in your work environment for you to be successfully and happily employed? Now that you have answered that question, what were two others that you debated about responding before you gave the response that you chose?

　　11

　　What is your preferred work style? Do you prefer working alone or as part of a team? What percentage of your time would you allocate to each, given a choice?

　　12

　　Describe a time when you communicated something and had to go back later and revise or change your original communication.

　　Required Question

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　　County of Nevada

　　Address

　　950 Maidu Avenue

　　Nevada City, California, 95959

　　Phone

　　530 265 7010

　　Website

　　https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/

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