WATER SERVICE WORKER (Prov & Seasonal) (DPW Water) - City of Buffalo, NY : Job Details

Salary : $41,131.00 - $55,300.00 AnnuallyLocation : Buffalo, NYJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: POSTINGDepartment: PUBLIC WORKSOpening Date: 07/31/2025Closing Date: 8/9/2025 11:59 PM EasternFee: $0.00 RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION.PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW. FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.) Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info. Distinguishing Features of the Class An incumbent to a position in this class is responsible for the repair and cleaning of water service boxes and fire hydrants. This is considered semi-skilled maintenance work involving no plumbing experience and the repair work is not difficult or complex in nature. Work is performed under immediate supervision of the Assistant Water Distribution Superintendent or Caulker Supervisor I and work reports are submitted daily. Unusual problems are referred to a supervisor. This position has no supervisory responsibility. Examples of work (Illustration Only) Inspects, cleans and repairs water service boxes;- may be required to dig and replace top-half portion defective water service boxes;Records locations of boxes in relation to distance from houses;Shuts off and turns on water services;Checks and pumps out fire hydrants during the winter months to prevent freezing;Greases and packs fire hydrants;- flushes hydrants and performs minor repairs to same;- performs leak detection;May be required to shovel snow, cut grass and weeds near and around fire hydrants;Replaces broken or missing valve box covers;In an emergency, places precautionary equipment around excavations and traffic hazards;Maintains daily records of field work performed and material labor and equipment used;Performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Promotional(A) Continuous and permanent status in the Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets as a Laborer in the competitive class for one year;or,(B) Continuous and permanent status in the Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets as a Laborer I, Laborer II or Street Worker in the non-competitive class for two years.Open CompetitiveApplicants must have at least six months of full-time manual labor work experience.Special Requirement for both Promotional and Open CompetitivePossession of a current New York State Driver's License that must be presented at time of appointment and maintained during employment..Additional Information Working knowledge of the construction, repair and servicing of fire hydrants and water service boxes;Mechanical aptitude;Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions;Ability to withstand heavy labor work for extended periods of time;Ability to work under adverse weather conditions;Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.The City of Buffalo's benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love one's, comfort, safety, and stability they need in serving our community each and every day. Our offerings include:-Medical and vision, Dental, Life Insurance (basic) and (supplemental)-New York State Retirement System-Deferred Compensation Plan-Employee Assistance Program for employee/family members-Flexible Spending Accounts-Liberal holidays & vacation-Growth Opportunities and Steady earnings potential