Job Description

Salary: $18.33 - $29.32 Hourly
Location : Division of Water & Sewer Utilities - Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: FY25-00560
Department: Water Sewer Maintenance
Opening Date: 02/06/2025
Closing Date: 2/19/2025 4:00 PM Eastern


JOB INFORMATION
Non-Exempt (overtime and/or compensatory time eligible; additional compensation to include annual boot allowance to purchase protective footwear and reimbursement of costs for initial licensure and subsequently licensure renewals); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; full-benefits.

This entry-level position will assist in the operation and maintenance of residential and commercial water meters. Individual will assist in the collection of water meter readings, water meter repairs and water meter installations. Direction and supervision will be received from the Meter Maintenance Supervisor and/or Superintendent of Maintenance.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions. For transfers and promotions, wage rates are calculated per County policy.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
• Coming soon-early 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low cost primary and urgent care

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of water meters
• Perform routine and emergency meter reading activities
• Assist in the calibration of residential and commercial water meters
• Assist in the excavation and repair of underground water leaks, service laterals and related equipment
• Use power tools in the repair of above ground structures, underground vaults, and related infrastructure
• Set up and properly use ladders, scaffolding and special facility access equipment
• Assist in the assembly, erection and installation of confined space rescue and other safety equipment
• Perform general labor tasks including (but not limited to) facility cleaning and custodial work
• Assist with the maintenance and stocking of maintenance vehicles with tools, equipment and supplies
• Ability to accurately read meters, gauges and level indicators, etc.
• Assist in troubleshooting service lateral leaks
• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• High school or vocational school graduation or the equivalent
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
• Ability to obtain and maintain valid temporary certification issued by MD Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators as Class 1 Water Distribution System Operator within 6 months after hire
• NOTE: Possession of a Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification of a higher level is acceptable in lieu of obtaining a distribution certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
• Basic knowledge of plumbing practices
• Knowledge of construction site hazards and appropriate safety precautions
• Effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including the ability to accurately complete forms and reports, and the ability to understand and follow written and spoken instructions
• Ability to understand water meter readings, gauge readings and level indicators and interpret their significance

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Related work experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical requirements also necessitate that facial hair is maintained to properly wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), full-face and half-face air purifying respirators and other job-specific safety equipment, and pass SCBA fit test throughout employment
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach and drive; frequently sit, lift up to 20 pounds and make repetitive motions; occasionally climb and lift between 20-50 pounds; rarely lift over 50 pounds, push and pull up to 40 pounds
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work outdoors, exposed to dirt, work below ground level, exposed to chemicals or fumes and required to wear protective equipment; frequently walk on uneven ground and work in confined spaces; occasionally work indoors, in cold temperatures below 32 degrees, exposed to noise, near machinery and potentially exposed to infectious diseases; rarely in hot temperatures over 100 degrees and exposed to dust

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Within 6 months of hire, employee must satisfy at least 50% of PLPR level I training requirements.
• After employee has passed the MD Water Distribution or a Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 Water Treatment Operator Certification and satisfied at least 50% of the Level I Tasks, Knowledge and Ability requirements for this position, employee may be upgraded to Meter Maintenance Technician I.
• Within two years employee must satisfy proficiency level progress training requirements for the PLPR level II classification. The employee will be, otherwise, terminated from employment.
• PLPR Level II is the basic functional level an employee must attain
• Required certifications must be maintained throughout employment.
• This position is designated as security-sensitive, requiring satisfactory background investigation, conducted by the Frederick County Sheriff's Office, in accordance with established Frederick County policy
• In concert with the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002, verification of employment eligibility and a criminal background check may be conducted.
• Available for rotating on-call schedule, shift work if necessary, and for emergency situations.

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

1. An evaluation of training and experience
2. One or more interviews
3. Satisfactory pre-employment pulmonary function test and SCBA fit test
4. Pre-employment drug test and physical examination
5. A pre-employment security sensitive background investigation

Retirement Plan:
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Health Insurance :
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.

Dental Insurance:
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment


NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts:
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance:
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.

Employee Assistance Program:
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.

Leave
Annual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 - 2 years 11 days
2 - 10 years 17 days
10 + years 24 days

Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.

Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.


NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.

Holidays:
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.

For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at

All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.
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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application. When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, your application may not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

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Do you have a valid automobile operator's license?

• Yes
• No

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Have you earned a high school diploma or the equivalency?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to obtain the Temporary Class I Water Distribution System certificate as issued by MD Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators within the 6 month probationary period?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have work experience related to this position?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference.
Required Question Frederick County, MD

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