Collection & Distribution Trainee - Meter Maintenance - City at OKC Career Site

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Aug, 26

Salary

33.62

Posted On

02 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Water Distribution Maintenance, Meter Installation, Valve Repair, Hydrant Maintenance, Safe Driving, Equipment Operation, Public Communication, Safety Compliance, Teamwork, Technical Troubleshooting

Industry

Government Administration

Description

PAY AND FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS: Pay Range: 413 Hourly Rate: $21.66 - $33.62 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City’s step placement policy. ELIGIBILITY LIST PREFERENCE ORDER Full-time City employees will receive preference in the following order: major division first, then department, then all other full-time City employees. Part-time/year-round City employees will receive preference next. If there are no qualified full-time City employees or part-time/year-round City employees, external applicants will then be considered (when the vacancy is open to external applicants). APPLICATION, HIRING, AND BACKGROUND * When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions. These application questions are based on the Job Requirements for the position. * Completion of the application questions is required. * Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked. * Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume, sufficient to demonstrate qualifications for the position. * Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, DD214 or NGB Form 22, transcripts, etc. Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one file for upload. * Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided. * Each application submission is reviewed independently. For detailed information about the City’s hiring and background processes, check out the: Quick Guide to Hiring and Background Checks [https://www.okc.gov/files/assets/city/v/1/hr/documents/hiring-process-and-background-process-information-for-applicants-published-09-24-25.pdf] If you have questions, check out the: Frequently Asked Questions [https://www.okc.gov/files/assets/city/v/1/hr/documents/08-12-25-final-applicant-q-a.pdf] TOTAL REWARDS At the City of Oklahoma City, our Total Rewards package is designed to honor your service, fuel your growth, and support every part of your life. We offer: * Competitive pay * An average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirement * A comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and development Explore all the ways we invest in you: City of Oklahoma City Total Rewards [https://www.okc.gov/files/assets/city/v/2/hr/documents/benefits/employee-value-proposition-total-rewards-2025.pdf] SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION * Applicants are required to complete an online job knowledge test at the time of application. * There are 30 items on this job knowledge test, and completion will require up to 45 minutes. This time is in addition to the time needed to complete the application and respond to the supplemental questions. * The Criteria testing platform is 100 percent web-based. For an optimal experience, Criteria recommends using the most up-to-date version of one of the following browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge. * Applicants can contact Criteria candidate support using the chat in the bottom right corner of the testing center screen, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. When the Support team is not available, there are help guides, a link to Frequently Asked Questions, and a chat bot to assist applicants, until the Support team comes back online. * Applicants must receive a score of 70 percent or better on this job knowledge test, be eligible for employment with the City of Oklahoma City, and meet the minimum qualifications to receive further consideration in the employment process. * The use of devices, artificial intelligence, or any other form of assistance to research test answers is strictly prohibited by the City of Oklahoma City and will result in applicants being disqualified from consideration. * Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process are encouraged to notify a Human Resources Department Representative by calling 405-297-2530. POSITION DESIGNATION This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license. JOB SUMMARY This posting will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Line Maintenance Division of the Utilities Department within the City of Oklahoma City. An eligibility list will be established or supplemented for filling future vacancies per provisions of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is under the direction of an immediate supervisor. Employees of this classification perform work of a specialized nature, involving installation, repair and maintenance of a water distribution system. The skills and knowledge required can be acquired on the job. The worker is part of a crew. Crew members work in close proximity to one another, while completing assigned tasks, requiring cooperative effort. The employee must follow safety regulations and procedures specific to each work environment and assigned tasks. Work will include occasional contact with the public to answer questions specific to the crew's function with the supervisor present to respond to unusual situations. Upon receipt of oral and written instructions from the immediate supervisor, the worker completes assigned tasks. Essential job functions include: Performing a variety of routine maintenance and servicing operations for the City’s water distribution system. Installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing activities are performed on complex water meters, water lines, water valves, fire hydrants and other system components. VETERANS PREFERENCE Honorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. JOB REQUIREMENTS * Knowledge of and willingness to follow safe working procedures and practices and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Knowledge of and willingness to follow safe driving procedures and practices. * Ability and willingness to learn to operate job-related machinery, tools and equipment. * Ability to follow both oral and written instructions. * Ability to work under close supervision. * Ability to maintain effective working relationships. * Ability to communicate with the public using tact and diplomacy. * Possession of a valid Driver’s License (Operator). NOTE: Collection and Distribution Trainee–Meter Maintenance is an interim or temporary classification for otherwise qualified individuals who do not meet the full licensing requirements of a Collection and Distribution Technician–Meter Maintenance. The employee will be required to possess or obtain a valid Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Distribution/Collection Technician Class D Certificate within six (6) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. The employee will also be required to possess or obtain a Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) within twelve (12) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining an Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Distribution/Collection Technician Class D Certificate within six (6) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion and obtaining a Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) within twelve (12) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. COMPETENCIES * One City, One Team (Teamwork/Team Oriented) (1) Recognizes, values, and leverages the ideas, opinions, and perspectives of others; (2) participates willingly and effectively as a team lead or team member; (3) builds consensus; fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust; (4) collaborates with others to accomplish goals and objectives and achieve results; (5) expresses facts, ideas, messages, and information (technical and non-technical) to individuals or groups clearly, concisely, accurately, understandably, with honesty, tact, and diplomacy and in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience; (6) actively listens, clarifies information as needed; (7) [Core Value One City, One Team] shares information, resources and solutions across departments; (8) [Core Value One City, One Team] asks for help early and offers it often; (9) [Core Value One City, One Team] collaborates across teams before decisions are made. * Service First (Customer Centric) (1) Demonstrates commitment to public service; (2) serves and satisfies internal and external customers in a timely and effective manner; (3) establishes, commits to, and maintains high standards for producing quality work products and being responsive to customers; (4) supports the Department/City's mission; develops and executes strategies with the customer in mind; (5) [Core Value Service First] acts quickly and follows through until the job is complete; (6) [Core Value Service First] serves everyone with genuine respect, diligence and professionalism; (7) [Core Value Service First] makes decisions with the people we serve in mind. * Respect Always (Conduct) (1) Conducts oneself with the utmost integrity and professionalism; (2) demonstrates humility; (3) encourages people to share their perspectives, ideas, and opinions; (4) makes decisions based on a sense of shared purpose; (5) takes responsibility for actions and decisions; (6) resilient; (7) leans in to challenges and problems with creative solutions; (8) speaks up and challenges the status quo; (9) relies on the character, ability, strength, truth, and transparency of others and the organization; (10) [Core Value Respect Always] listens with curiosity and speaks with care; (11) [Core Value Respect Always] embraces different perspectives and lived experiences; (12) [Core Value Respect Always] gives feedback constructively and receives it openly. * Own the Outcome (Execution and Results) (1) Sets well-defined and realistic goals and high standards of performance for self or self and others; (2) displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward performing work; (3) completes assignments in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner, and delivers results; (4) works with minimal supervision, is motivated to achieve, and demonstrates responsible behavior; (5) demonstrates understanding of all aspects of the job (as specified on the approved job description) and application of accrued knowledge in carrying out duties and responsibilities; technical knowledge; skill in the techniques, equipment, procedures, and work required; (6) [Core Value Own the Outcome] takes initiative to fix it or escalates issues; (7) [Core Value Own the Outcome] follows through on commitments; (8) [Core Value Own the Outcome] speaks up when accountability is missing. * Keep Getting Better (Workplace Standards) (1) Takes meal periods and breaks according to policy; (2) ensures sick leave usage does not negatively impact productivity of work unit; (3) notifies supervisor of unscheduled absences; (4) accepts suggestions and supervision with a positive approach; (5) completes work timely and correctly; (6) [Core Value Keep Getting Better] takes time to reflect and act on what is working and what is not; (7) [Core Value Keep Getting Better] learns from mistakes without blaming; (8) [Core Value Keep Getting Better] supports self and other’s development and growth. * Safety (1) Complies with all safety policies and practices; (2) promotes a safe work environment; (3) participates in safety meetings; current on completion of safety trainings. WORKING CONDITIONS * Subject to contact with water at worksite. * Subject to work near large concentration of noxious odors. * May be exposed to toxic gases such as sewer gas, methane gas, carbon monoxide, combustible gas, etc. * May be exposed to chemical irritants such as acid and other chemicals. * Outside frequently exposed to heat, cold, humidity, rain, etc. * Intermittent to sustained working in confined, cramped and awkward positions when performing maintenance and repair tasks. * May work on or around slippery surfaces such as wet streets, manholes, muddy trenches, etc. * May work on ladders up to 20 feet above or below ground level. * Mobility enough to constantly move from place to place. * Subject to working in and next to dig ups, trenches and manholes below ground level. * May work near moving objects such as traffic and equipment. * May work near electrical hazards. * Subject to being on-call and working irregular hours such as overtime, nights, weekends, and holiday work shifts. * Exposed to pronounced strains or vibrations, high concentrations of dust, and intermittent or continued loud and insistent noises when operating equipment such as concrete saws, jackhammers, cranes, cutting torches, etc. * Exposed to moderate amounts of silica dust from cement when using jackhammer or concrete saw. * May be exposed to allergy-causing agents such as bee or wasp stings, poison oak, ivy, sumac, etc. * Strength and stamina enough to climb on an occasional basis during the workday to gain access to vehicles, access excavations, scale mounded piles, utilize ladders, etc. * Local travel on a daily basis. Note: Typical City employee working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. However, working hours vary (may require work to begin before 8:00 a.m. and/or end beyond 5:00 p.m., and/or may require work on weekends and holidays), and are subject to change, based on the duties and location of the position and the business needs of the assigned work unit/department. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS * Strength enough to frequently lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds such as common tools and equipment. * Strength enough to frequently lift, push, and pull objects weighing from 51 to 100 pounds with physical or mechanical assistance. Objects may include, but are not limited to, manhole covers, jackhammers, water meters, and equipment parts for making repairs. * Stamina enough to exert oneself physically throughout the day. * Extent flexibility enough to bend, twist, kneel, squat, reach, and get in and out of confined work areas. * Mobility enough to continuously move oneself from place to place. * Balance enough to stay upright when working in and around areas such as dig ups. * Manual dexterity enough to make coordinated movements with the hands and arms while using items such as hand tools and power tools. * Finger dexterity enough to perform tasks such as twisting nuts and bolts. * Near vision enough to distinguish items such as other utilities. * Far vision enough to see hand/arm signals of co-workers stationed at the next manhole and to distinguish hazards such as oncoming traffic. * Hearing enough to understand conversation in a noisy environment and to perform tasks such as locating leaks in lines. * Speech and hearing enough to communicate in person and by two-way radio. * Strength and stamina to climb on an occasional basis during the workday to gain access to vehicles, access excavations, scale mounded piles, meter vaults, and utilize ladders. Note: The working conditions and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. OTHER DETAILS Eligibility List: An eligibility list will be established from this posting consisting of applicants who receive a score of 70 percent or better. Multiple selection procedures may be utilized; a minimum of 70 percent or better will be required on each; and the results of multiple selection procedures will be equally weighted. The eligibility list will be in effect for 90 days from the date of the final selection procedure and will be used to fill future vacancies. Pay Method: City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card. Former Employees: If this position is open to external applicants and you are a former employee, you must be eligible for rehire to participate in any selection process. If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530. If your rehire status has been coded “Not Eligible,” “Eligible 3,” or “Conditional,” you will need to request a review of your rehire status through the Human Resources Department’s Employee and Labor Relations Division. Background Investigation, Drug Testing, Physical Examination: Upon a conditional offer of employment/acceptance of position, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a criminal history background check for external applicants. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment. If the position accepted includes a driver license (commercial or non-commercial) Job Requirement, the City of Oklahoma City will obtain a Motor Vehicle Report for internal and external applicants. If the position accepted is safety sensitive and/or a driving position, internal and external applicants will be provided a copy of the City of Oklahoma City's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy prior to being directed for a drug test. A copy is also available at the link below: AFSCME CBA Addendum C: Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy [https://www.okc.gov/files/assets/city/v/2/hr/documents/policies/afscme-cba-addendum-c-drug-and-alcohol-testing-policy-fy-25-26.pdf] If the position accepted is cyber security sensitive, internal and external applicants will be subject to a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Interstate Identification Index (III) Fingerprint Background check. Additionally, employees in this job classification must complete Level 4 Security Awareness Training and pass an online certification test. If the position accepted includes a lift/push/pull/carry Physical Requirement of 25 pounds and greater, internal and external applicants will be directed for a physical examination. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process, please notify one of the Human Resources Department Representatives by calling 405-297-2530. The City of Oklahoma City will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, actual or perceived sexual orientation, and gender identity and/or expression), national origin, age, disability (mental or physical) and genetic information (including family medical history). About Us Oklahoma City is one of the fastest-growing metros in the United States and is the 20th largest city in the nation. For nearly two decades our residents have continually invested in our community to make it a place people can find belonging, visit and call home. Our employees are at the heart of those investments–delivering essential services our residents expect and creating a strong and thriving city for all people. Visit Oklahoma City--A Great Place to Live and Work! [https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.visitokc.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CBart.Schott%40okc.gov%7C2853c3b9876d4ddf80ab08de33edc756%7C837e0d97dd9d4d0097e688f05a32ee59%7C0%7C0%7C639005293491415523%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xBOpmB%2FXK7tUNjPPAoUPxDnIOrY6nYX8Y2CqbkN7oaw%3D&reserved=0] to learn more about our city. Our Vision: A vibrant, diverse, safe, and welcoming community Our Mission: Deliver exceptional service to residents and visitors Our Values: One City, One Team. Service First. Respect Always. Own the Outcome. Keep Getting Better. We are proud to be recognized by Forbes as #20 on the list of America’s Best Employers by State (2025) and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Join our team and build a fulfilling career in public service, alongside talented, hardworking, and dedicated coworkers who provide essential services to thousands of residents and visitors every day. Our Total Rewards package (full-time employees) reflects our deep investment in our employees’ health, growth, and future, with an average of $22,000 per employee annually in benefits and retirement. Why? Because when our employees thrive, our city thrives.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance, installation, and repair of the City's water distribution system, including meters, lines, and fire hydrants. Work as part of a crew to complete assigned tasks while following strict safety regulations.