Water Service Person #OC-2070-2789
- Date Opened
- Tuesday, October 13, 2026 2:00 PM
- Close Date
- Open until sufficient apps are received
- Section
- Water Department
- Salary
- $28.11 - $35.05
- Employment Type
- Full-Time
Introduction
OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR: WATER SERVICE PERSON
SALARY: $28.11 ~ $35.05/Hour (NOTE: New Hires start at the beginning of the range)
FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from two available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation; paid Sick Leave; paid Personal Days.
IMPORTANT:
1. Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.
2. Residents – Five (5) Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Ordinances dated March 18, 2011. Proper documentation and proof of residence must be submitted no later than the closing date for applications.
3. Appeal Process - an applicant may appeal notice of not meeting the minimum qualifications (Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Section 3741, Subsection B, Article 9) to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of the date on such notice. Please notify the Civil Service Office of a change in address. Notification will be mailed to the address written on your application.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
The purpose of this classification is to provide responsible utility maintenance and laboring work which may involve repairing and installing pipelines using pneumatic power equipment, hand tools, installing residential & commercial water meters with reading consumption technology, maintaining, repairing & installing water services, hydrants, gate valves and other related assemblies.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
(Illustrative only)
Performs laboring work in support of maintenance, installation and repair of water mains, services, gate valves, fire hydrants, water meters, locates pipes, leak detection and performs other operational related duties as required or assigned. Operates pumps, generators, compactors, pneumatic excavation tools, utility truck, dump truck, backhoe, mini excavator, pay loader, skid steer, power equipment and other equipment, vehicles or machinery as required or assigned. Performs work safely, observes all safety procedures, use shoring boxes and performs basic inspection of equipment prior to use.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of methods, materials in utility pipeline maintenance, repair and installation. Knowledge of water service maintenance, plumbing methods, equipment and materials. Ability to use electronic devices to read maps, sketches, plans, process work orders, hydrant flushing plans. Ability to take accurate measurements and draw sketches. Responds to utility emergencies 24/7 any time of day or night as required. Serves on-call as required and/or assigned. Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with co-workers, supervisors, customers and the general public.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
A high school diploma or the equivalent plus 1 year experience in utility pipeline maintenance, repair or installation substituting on a year for year basis.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT
Must possess a valid CDL B Commercial Driver’s License with a clean driving record. Applicants not having a valid CDL B Commercial Driver’s License must obtain one within 12 months of the date of employment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
CT Class 3 Water Distribution License preferred.
SPECIAL NOTE
This position is covered under the Agreement between the City of Waterbury and the Waterbury City Employees Locala 353, Council 4, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union (Blue Collar).
THE CITY OF WATERBURY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
E.O.E. M/F/D/V
EEOP Utilization Report is available at www.waterburyct.org
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