Description
ABOUT US
The City of Rapid City is seeking a motivated and customer-focused individual to join our Water Department as a Utility Field Technician. Under the supervision of the Water Billing and Service Supervisor, you will be responsible for installing water metering systems and providing essential customer support to the City's water customers. This hands-on position involves installing new water meters and related equipment, troubleshooting issues, assisting customers with inquiries, and ensuring the efficient operation of our water distribution network. If you are a detail-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and a commitment to providing excellent service, we encourage you to apply!
Please visit the Water Division for additional information.
The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave. Check out the Benefits tab for a full list of benefits.
Union
This position is part of the AFSCME Union. Applications received within the work unit will be considered first.
Position Details
ABOUT OUR JOB
The Utility Field Person I or II is responsible for installing water metering systems and providing customer support to the Water customers of the City of Rapid City.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
Utility Field Technician I:
ABOUT YOU
We understand your time is valuable and encourage you to apply if you meet the following minimum qualifications:
Utility Field Technician I:
Explore the benefits that are offered to the City of Rapid City’s full-time, and part-time benefited employees.
Health Care Program
Health – The City of Rapid City is a self-funded healthcare program. As such, we are able to offer heavily discounted premium rates for our employees and their dependents(s). Choose between a High Deductible Healthcare Program (HDHP) or our Traditional Health Care Plan both of which are covered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dental – Dental coverage is through Delta Dental of South Dakota with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Vision - Vision coverage is through Avesis with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a tax-saving tool that lets you pay for medical or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees who wish to participate can use these funds to pay for Medical, Dental, Vision, and other healthcare-related expenses.
Health Savings Account - Health Savings Accounts (HSA) is a tax savings tool available to individuals who hold High Deductible Healthcare Plans (HDHP). This plan allows you to designate and put aside pre-tax dollars to use for qualified medical expenses. Employees who enroll will enjoy a city contribution of up to $500 into their HSA account.
Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings accounts starts on the first of the month following the employee's start date.
Retirement Plan
The City of Rapid City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) is a cost-sharing, multiple employers, public employee retirement system. Members of SDRS include full-time employees of State City and County Governments and other public entities. Through this pension plan, employees contribute 6% (8% for public safety) with the City matching that contribution percentage. The vesting schedule through SDRS is 3 years. Retirement benefits are payable for the member's lifetime.
The City also offers additional retirement options through the South Dakota Retirement System Supplemental Retirement Program. Employees are automatically enrolled and contribute to a 457 (b) at $25 monthly. This supplemental program is a great opportunity to save additional funds on top of the main SDRS account and allows contributors to save more on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Paid Time Off
Vacation – At the start of employment through the first four years City employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per pay period equaling 80.08 hours yearly. Vacation accruals increase with longevity.
Sick Leave – City Employees earn Sick Leave which is accrued at the rate of 2.16 hours per pay period, with unlimited rollover.
Short-Term Disability – City employees earn short-term disability leave at a rate of 2.16 hours per pay period with unlimited rollover. This benefit is paid at 100% of the employee’s wage at the time of usage. Restrictions apply.
Holidays – The City of Rapid City observes 11 Holidays per calendar year. City employees are eligible for paid holidays starting at the beginning of employment. Personal holidays are given to City Employees based on their union contract.
Life Insurance
The City partners with MetLife to provide a $35,000 basic life, accident, and D&D insurance policy for employees. Optional coverage for spouse and dependent(s) can be elected.
Wellsteps
Rapid City has a wellness program through Wellsteps, where they help you make small changes that will make a big difference in your life from physical fitness, to financial, and mental fitness. They cover all aspects of your life, so you can live life to its fullest! Prizes are offered on varying levels of participation.
AFLAC
The City partners with AFLAC to provide additional insurance coverage. From a traditional Cancer policy, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital, to additional Short-Term Disability and Life insurance coverages, they have what you need. The coverages are transferable and premiums can be payroll deducted.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, click on the weblink
click here.
If you have specific questions, contact Human Resources.
ABOUT US
The City of Rapid City is seeking a motivated and customer-focused individual to join our Water Department as a Utility Field Technician. Under the supervision of the Water Billing and Service Supervisor, you will be responsible for installing water metering systems and providing essential customer support to the City's water customers. This hands-on position involves installing new water meters and related equipment, troubleshooting issues, assisting customers with inquiries, and ensuring the efficient operation of our water distribution network. If you are a detail-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and a commitment to providing excellent service, we encourage you to apply!
Please visit the Water Division for additional information.
The City of Rapid City offers fantastic benefits including 2 healthcare options with low premiums, 6% employer-matching retirement, life insurance benefits, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave. Check out the Benefits tab for a full list of benefits.
Union
This position is part of the AFSCME Union. Applications received within the work unit will be considered first.
Position Details
ABOUT OUR JOB
The Utility Field Person I or II is responsible for installing water metering systems and providing customer support to the Water customers of the City of Rapid City.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
Utility Field Technician I:
- Installs new water meters, wires, radio boxes, and remote pads.
- Programs radio meter reading equipment.
- Checks curb boxes for proper operation.
- Reads water meters.
- Assists Utility Repair Technician II.
- Assist customers with questions regarding pressure and plumbing problems or other customer service-related issues.
- Locates curb boxes; check for possible leaks in service lines.
- Must be willing to work variable hours and may have to help out with on-call.
- Turns water curb box valves on or off.
- Performs all Utility Field Technician I duties.
- Cleans and repairs curb boxes.
- Assists Water Division and customers with questions, problems, and requests pertaining to water leaks and water shut-offs.
- Repairs and changes out all size meters.
- Does on-call rotation.
ABOUT YOU
We understand your time is valuable and encourage you to apply if you meet the following minimum qualifications:
Utility Field Technician I:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six months experience with power and hand tools.
- Possess a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days from the date of hire.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one-year related experience in the operation of curb box keys, electrical, and plumbing.
- Possess a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days from the date of hire.
Explore the benefits that are offered to the City of Rapid City’s full-time, and part-time benefited employees.
Health Care Program
Health – The City of Rapid City is a self-funded healthcare program. As such, we are able to offer heavily discounted premium rates for our employees and their dependents(s). Choose between a High Deductible Healthcare Program (HDHP) or our Traditional Health Care Plan both of which are covered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Dental – Dental coverage is through Delta Dental of South Dakota with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Vision - Vision coverage is through Avesis with a base and enhanced plan option. Competitive plan prices are available to City Employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a tax-saving tool that lets you pay for medical or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees who wish to participate can use these funds to pay for Medical, Dental, Vision, and other healthcare-related expenses.
Health Savings Account - Health Savings Accounts (HSA) is a tax savings tool available to individuals who hold High Deductible Healthcare Plans (HDHP). This plan allows you to designate and put aside pre-tax dollars to use for qualified medical expenses. Employees who enroll will enjoy a city contribution of up to $500 into their HSA account.
Coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings accounts starts on the first of the month following the employee's start date.
Retirement Plan
The City of Rapid City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) is a cost-sharing, multiple employers, public employee retirement system. Members of SDRS include full-time employees of State City and County Governments and other public entities. Through this pension plan, employees contribute 6% (8% for public safety) with the City matching that contribution percentage. The vesting schedule through SDRS is 3 years. Retirement benefits are payable for the member's lifetime.
The City also offers additional retirement options through the South Dakota Retirement System Supplemental Retirement Program. Employees are automatically enrolled and contribute to a 457 (b) at $25 monthly. This supplemental program is a great opportunity to save additional funds on top of the main SDRS account and allows contributors to save more on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Paid Time Off
Vacation – At the start of employment through the first four years City employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per pay period equaling 80.08 hours yearly. Vacation accruals increase with longevity.
Sick Leave – City Employees earn Sick Leave which is accrued at the rate of 2.16 hours per pay period, with unlimited rollover.
Short-Term Disability – City employees earn short-term disability leave at a rate of 2.16 hours per pay period with unlimited rollover. This benefit is paid at 100% of the employee’s wage at the time of usage. Restrictions apply.
Holidays – The City of Rapid City observes 11 Holidays per calendar year. City employees are eligible for paid holidays starting at the beginning of employment. Personal holidays are given to City Employees based on their union contract.
Life Insurance
The City partners with MetLife to provide a $35,000 basic life, accident, and D&D insurance policy for employees. Optional coverage for spouse and dependent(s) can be elected.
Wellsteps
Rapid City has a wellness program through Wellsteps, where they help you make small changes that will make a big difference in your life from physical fitness, to financial, and mental fitness. They cover all aspects of your life, so you can live life to its fullest! Prizes are offered on varying levels of participation.
AFLAC
The City partners with AFLAC to provide additional insurance coverage. From a traditional Cancer policy, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital, to additional Short-Term Disability and Life insurance coverages, they have what you need. The coverages are transferable and premiums can be payroll deducted.
For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, click on the weblink
click here.
If you have specific questions, contact Human Resources.