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Starting Salary: \$17.59\$19.26(depending on experience and licenses)

About the Position

Upon hire, the Field Services Maintenance Apprentice will be enrolled in the United States\' Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program. Once they complete one year of service and obtain the required skills, they will be reclassified as aTechnician Iand obtain a higher salary grade. This progression continues with completed training and years of service to advance to the higher levels in the program.The ability to earn higher pay is directly proportional to progressing through the levels of expertise with demonstrated proficiency.

Options Pay:Additional pay may be earned by obtaining identified job-related certifications, as approved and coordinated through the Field Services Superintendent or his designee. This is a flat amount added to your paycheck on a monthly basis.

Apprentices will shadow and assist their team until they can perform work with minimal supervision. A new hire is on probation for a full year, with performance evaluations completed at six months and at the end of the probation period. As asafety/security sensitive position, the new hire is subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, and random drug & alcohol screening.

• Entry-level salarywithoutexperience:starts at \$17.59 per hour and can increase after six months and after one year. Salary increases are based on progression in training and performance.
• Entry-level salary with experience:applicants that already have a CDL or have experience with heavy equipment and/or the duties of this position, will be reviewed to come in at a rate higher than the entry-level salary.

This is a Safety Sensitive Position.

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Responsibilities

Street:

• Repair and replace asphalt or concrete paving; crack sealing; and other infrastructure on streets and utility lines
• Set up and remove traffic control devices, including cones, flares, barriers, flashers, and more (may be required to direct traffic)
• Mow and trim grass and foliage as needed

Water:

• Repair and replace damaged water mains and related components
• Tap water mains and install new water service connections
• Install, repair, and maintain water meters and fire hydrants

Wastewater:

• Repair and replace damaged wastewater mains and related components
• Fix blockages from main lines by hydro-cleaning, sawing, and removing the blockage
• Conduct video inspections of main lines
• Execute other maintenance duties related to the water distribution system as needed
• Acquire an entry-level water/wastewater distribution/collection technician certification from ODEQ within 6 months of hire

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Possess or obtain a valid Class B Oklahoma Commercial Driver\'s License with Tanker and other required endorsements
• Maintain an acceptable driving record per the City\'s insurance carrier
• Experience in construction, utilities, maintenance, and heavy equipment operation(preferred)
• Experience utilizing tools, operating equipment, and understanding processes and procedures(preferred)
• Willingness to work outside in the elements of all types of weather
• Willingness to work stand-by or call-back hours

Necessary Skills

• Basic mathem tical ability
• Basic computer skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to work effectively in a team
• Ability to learn and apply hands-on skills, such as utilizing tools and equipment
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds
• Knowledge of (or ability to learn and follow) safety rules, hazard training, and regulations

Benefits

A four-day work week with 10-hour days and a working lunch

Paid training time

City-provided uniforms, tools, equipment

Potential for DOL Certification after completion of the Technician-I level

Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance

Access to a dedicated