Gila River Indian Community
Chandler, Arizona, United States
UTILITY SERVICE TECHNICIAN II
Posted 29 days ago
Job Description
ENIPLOYIVIENT OPPORTUNITIESJob Title: Utility Service Technician 11
Closing Date: 04/28/2025
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 25-439
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Department of Public Works
City: Sacaton, AZ
Location: 186 S. Skill Center Road
Area of Interest: Public Works
Salary/ Hourly Rate: Range $22.10 - $33.30 Hourly
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Utility Service Technician II is responsible for performing a variety of skilled tasks in the installation,
maintenance, and repair of the Communitys water distribution and sewer collection systems. Work is generally
performed as a member of a crew, although individuals may be assigned tasks to be performed independently.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Install, maintain, inspect and repair water distribution systems and/or sewer collection systems, including
water mains, sewer mains, service connections, meters, meter boxes, valves and ?re hydrants (work involves
digging and back?lling trenches, installing and repairing pipelines, including cutting, tapping, threading and
making joint connections on copper, plastic and other pipe materials).
0 Respond to emergencies such as system breaks or blockages; perform septic tank pump outs.
- Flush and clean valves, including extensions and new or replaced lines; raise, lower or relocate water mains,
water meters, valves and ?re hydrants.
- Raise, lower or relocate sewer lines and manholes to accommodate other utilities or street installation and
repair.
0 Complete and submit to of?ce "Work Orders" on all jobs completed; maintain record of "Time and Materials"
for all jobs performed and submit to of?ce upon completion.
0 Operate backhoe, trencher tractors, septic tank pumper truck and dump truck with or without equipment
trailer.
0 Inspect water distribution and sewer collection systems.
0 Will be cross-trained to repair and/or replace ?re hydrants, valves, manholes, meters, and perform preventive
maintenance and keep logs of these maintenance functions.
0 Connect and disconnect customer service due to payment or non-payment.
- Locate and read water meters on an assigned route and records readings on a hand held reading device; ensure
meters are functioning properly, repaired, and replaced as needed; clean out ?ooded and buried meters.
0 Investigate high consumption complaints or inquires; perform re-reads due to high use or suspicion of meter
malfunctions.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY:
- Working knowledge of plumbing installation and repair.
0 Working knowledge in the use of various hand tools and mechanical equipment, such as pumps, sewer
rodder/ snakes, weed eaters, etc.
0 Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and standard practices for the installation, operation, inspection,maintenance, and repair of water distribution or wastewater collection systems and related equipment.Knowledge of Federal (OSHA) regulations and Community policies regarding safe work practices.Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.Ability to read and interpret meters and testing equipment.Ability to locate system breaks or maintenance areas using a map or diagram and make rapid decisions toalleviate a potentially hazardous situation.Ability to operate power equipment, hand tools and a motor vehicle.
0 Ability to prepare written reports and maintain system performance records.
0 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Of?cials
and the general public.
0 Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma or GED and three (3) years experience in water and/or wastewater utilities construction,
maintenance, repair work and/ or equipment operation; Or0 Two (2) years as a Utility Service Technician I which includes one (1) year of experience as a heavy equipment
operator and possess a Commercial Drivers License with endorsements.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:
- Required to obtain a Commercial Drivers License with endorsements within 90 days of date of hire.
0 Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving
record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record
must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission
of the application.Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position
Reports to Director or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive bene?ts package, which includes; Vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, Vision, life, short and long term disability bene?ts.Preference in ?lling vacancies is given to quali?ed Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)
Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)
Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.
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Closing Date: 04/28/2025
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 25-439
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Department of Public Works
City: Sacaton, AZ
Location: 186 S. Skill Center Road
Area of Interest: Public Works
Salary/ Hourly Rate: Range $22.10 - $33.30 Hourly
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Utility Service Technician II is responsible for performing a variety of skilled tasks in the installation,
maintenance, and repair of the Communitys water distribution and sewer collection systems. Work is generally
performed as a member of a crew, although individuals may be assigned tasks to be performed independently.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Install, maintain, inspect and repair water distribution systems and/or sewer collection systems, including
water mains, sewer mains, service connections, meters, meter boxes, valves and ?re hydrants (work involves
digging and back?lling trenches, installing and repairing pipelines, including cutting, tapping, threading and
making joint connections on copper, plastic and other pipe materials).
0 Respond to emergencies such as system breaks or blockages; perform septic tank pump outs.
- Flush and clean valves, including extensions and new or replaced lines; raise, lower or relocate water mains,
water meters, valves and ?re hydrants.
- Raise, lower or relocate sewer lines and manholes to accommodate other utilities or street installation and
repair.
0 Complete and submit to of?ce "Work Orders" on all jobs completed; maintain record of "Time and Materials"
for all jobs performed and submit to of?ce upon completion.
0 Operate backhoe, trencher tractors, septic tank pumper truck and dump truck with or without equipment
trailer.
0 Inspect water distribution and sewer collection systems.
0 Will be cross-trained to repair and/or replace ?re hydrants, valves, manholes, meters, and perform preventive
maintenance and keep logs of these maintenance functions.
0 Connect and disconnect customer service due to payment or non-payment.
- Locate and read water meters on an assigned route and records readings on a hand held reading device; ensure
meters are functioning properly, repaired, and replaced as needed; clean out ?ooded and buried meters.
0 Investigate high consumption complaints or inquires; perform re-reads due to high use or suspicion of meter
malfunctions.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY:
- Working knowledge of plumbing installation and repair.
0 Working knowledge in the use of various hand tools and mechanical equipment, such as pumps, sewer
rodder/ snakes, weed eaters, etc.
0 Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and standard practices for the installation, operation, inspection,maintenance, and repair of water distribution or wastewater collection systems and related equipment.Knowledge of Federal (OSHA) regulations and Community policies regarding safe work practices.Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.Ability to read and interpret meters and testing equipment.Ability to locate system breaks or maintenance areas using a map or diagram and make rapid decisions toalleviate a potentially hazardous situation.Ability to operate power equipment, hand tools and a motor vehicle.
0 Ability to prepare written reports and maintain system performance records.
0 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Of?cials
and the general public.
0 Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma or GED and three (3) years experience in water and/or wastewater utilities construction,
maintenance, repair work and/ or equipment operation; Or0 Two (2) years as a Utility Service Technician I which includes one (1) year of experience as a heavy equipment
operator and possess a Commercial Drivers License with endorsements.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:
- Required to obtain a Commercial Drivers License with endorsements within 90 days of date of hire.
0 Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving
record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record
must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission
of the application.Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position
Reports to Director or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive bene?ts package, which includes; Vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, Vision, life, short and long term disability bene?ts.Preference in ?lling vacancies is given to quali?ed Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)
Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)
Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.
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