UTILITIES FIELD SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE - PART TIME
City of RiversideAbout the role
Posting number: 26-0670-01
Department: Public Utilities
Division: PUB UTIL ADMIN-FIELD SERVICES
Job classification: Utilities Field Services Representative
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Miscellaneous, Utilities
Summary
The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position ofThe City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of UTILITIES FIELD SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE PART TIME to fill two (2) vacancy in the Field Services Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.
Examples of duties
- Deliver and place utility cut-off notices on residential and business doors of designated utility customers; deliver City locks, meter reading cards, or other miscellaneous items to customers.
- Assist in reading or verifying electric meters utilizing telescope for reading over fences, as assigned.
- Assist in reading or verify water meters utilizing hand trowels, shovels, and buckets to dig out dirt and bail out water in meter boxes, as assigned.
- Interact with dogs in the course of obtaining meter readings; adhere to safety standards and handle field situations with professionalism.
- Check meter for possible diversion, tampering, and other damage; report and communicate any unsafe meter conditions to supervisor.
- Utilize Data Cap Handheld (DCH) computer to input water and electric meter readings, update meter location, and update account information as required.
- Tactfully respond to citizen inquiries and complaints and deliver 48-hour notices.
- Maintain assigned City vehicle including removing of trash, debris, and personal items; report mechanical defects and problems; monitor and/or maintain appropriate tire pressure, gasoline, water, and oil levels.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).Highly Desired Qualifications:
- Six months of experience working independently in the field.
- Six months of experience in a delivery driver position.
- Ability to lift up to 32 pounds regularly and up to 60 pounds occasionally.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid, appropriate California Class “C” Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
- Work is done outside and in the field with exposure to faulty devices, chemicals, tools, inclement weather, and potentially hazardous conditions. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives and will provide professional customer service
Supplemental information
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
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