The Municipality of Anchorage Employee Relations Department provides employment services, maintains records and benefits for current and past employees, and assists departments and employees in delivering quality services to the public. It is also responsible for assuring compliance with all employment related rules, regulations, laws and agreements. It works closely with the various employee unions in the development and administration of collective bargaining agreements and promotes positive relationships through the use of progressive human resource principles, practices and programs.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We comply with Title 1 of the Americans with Disability Act and are committed to diversity in the workplace.

Industry: Government Relations Services
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Municipality of Anchorage

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**Open to the public, Plumbers and Pipefitters (Local 367) members, and any current Municipal Employees.**

This position is represented by the Plumbers & Steamfitters, Local 367, and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.

**DEPARTMENT **: Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility

**HOURS OF WORK **: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00

**LOCATION **: 3000 Arctic Boulevard

**To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.**

**Applicants shall be referred and considered for this position in the order as follows per the Collective Bargaining Agreement:**

- Internal applicants currently working under the Plumbers & Steamfitters (Local 367) Collective Bargaining Agreement

- Local union dispatched applicants

- External applicants and other current Municipal employees not covered under this agreement

Under general direction and limited supervision, works directly with water and wastewater customers, operators, and contractors in the field. Responds to emergency reports of AWWU service lines, mains, hydrants and valve failures, and provide immediate road closure as safely as possible until barricade contractor arrives. Documents a variety of complex water and wastewater projects, and physical facilities. Perform physical locates of underground utility lines, commence turn on/off of services, valves and mains. Operate distribution and collection systems as directed. Communicate professionally and effectively with contractors, plumbers, other MOA agencies, and customers on various scheduled and emergencies, inspection/compliance issues, work orders, and field charges. Complete permits, troubleshoot and assess both scheduled and non-scheduled response required for water and wastewater. Repair and replace water meters, inspect plumbing for appropriate size and installation to be consistent with good public health practices, and as required by the State, MOA, and Utility plumbing. Must have good computer skills for use of different software programs for daily reports and documentation used by the Utility and MOA Risk Management. Perform other duties as assigned.

Participate in major emergencies or disasters as outlined in AWWU’s disaster plan matrix, which defines each employee’s potential duties and responsibilities. This may include 12-hour work shifts, which may continue for 72 hours or more starting at any time an event might occur, 7 days a week, 24 hours per day.

**Level 1 - Range 19 / PLU - $38.07 to $39.98**

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, **and **four**(4) **years of experience in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater distribution and collection systems.

Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.

Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Must be eligible to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credentials (TWIC) within 180 days of hire.

**Level 2 - Range 21 / PLU - $42.01 to $44.06**

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, **and ** four**(4) ** years of experience in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater distribution and collection systems.

State of Alaska Water Distribution I and Wastewater Collection I Operator Certificate at time of application.

Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.

Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Must be eligible to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credentials (TWIC) within 180 days of hire.

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

As a condition of employment, the candidate selected must provide their Union Dispatch Referral Form by the time of hire.

**Military Service Interview Preference**

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

**Application Process**

Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.comwebsite to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.

NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.

**The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.**

**For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571. **

FIELD SERVICE INSPECTOR, LEVEL 1 OR 2 - Range 19-21 / PLU

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