Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of East Tennessee

job Dec 05 2011

Service Technician I

KUB-KNOXVILLE UTILITIES BOARD

KUB EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Service Technician I - Extended

Vacancy # 11089
Posting Date: 11/21/2011
Pay Plan: Operations
Closing Date: 12/19/2011
Pay Grade: 4
Position Type: Regular/Full-Time
Pay Range: $30,000.00 - $43,000.00

Job Classification: Service Technician

Department: 015 Meters
Work Location: 4505 Middlebrook Pike
Work Schedule: 40+ hours / week: M - F
Work Description:
Provides excellent service to all KUB customers by performing accurate meter reads, quality meter installations, routine meter maintenance and thorough safety inspections throughout KUB electric, natural gas and water distribution areas. Routinely works with gas pressures up to 2 psi and voltages up to 240 volts without direct supervision, proficiently using necessary tools and test equipment. Daily makes decisions based on established procedures, codes and regulations to assure the safe and efficient delivery of electric, gas and water to KUB customers. Daily uses personal computers for communication and
documentation of work. Must possess necessary interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with co-workers and KUB customers.
Will be required to work shift work.

Minimum Qualifications
• High school education or equivalent with experience and demonstrated mechanical ability, or the equivalent in trade school
training.
• Ability to be trained to use all instruments, tools, etc., necessary to perform any and all work required in the classification.
• Ability to function effectively and remain calm under emergency situations.
• Above average visual and mental alertness.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a Service Technician or equivalent experience.
• Valid Tennessee driver's license.

Physical Demands: Requires working in cramped spaces on several occasions, bending and stooping up to 20 times a day,
lifting 1-50 pounds a day, etc. in order to install and service equipment. Works outside the majority of the time, from KUB vehicle, in customer facilities, and in all kinds of weather. Works inside as necessary in a shop/warehouse setting. Subject to hazards such
asphyxiation, explosions, burns, electrical shocks, falls, etc. Subject to working overtime as necessary and to being called in at any
hour in emergency situations. Must be adaptable to a changing work environment and learning new skills and techniques as required.
Must wear personal protective equipment which may include; hard hat, safety glasses, reflective vest, fire resistive clothing and safety
toed boots.

Note: The physical demands described above are intended to relate the approximate physical demands of the classification. Physical
demands for a specific position within this classification may vary and/or exceed those demands described above. Additional
information regarding specific positions is available in Human Resources.

Preferred Qualifications
• One to two years experience installing water and/or electric meters.
• One to two years utility experience.
• Ability to be trained on KUB computer systems, including mobile data system.
• Strong work ethic, self-reliant, and professional.
• Adequate knowledge of geographical area.
• Ability to manage time and set priorities effectively.
Selection Process
(Subject to change)

Phase 1 Submit online application
Phase 2 Experience, training, and education evaluation
Phase 3 Interview with department representatives
Phase 4 Written, performance, and behavioral exercises
Phase 5 Background investigation
Phase 6 Physical assessment and/or drug screen

If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.

NOTES
Only candidates submitting a completed KUB application and completing each component of the selection process will be considered
for KUB positions. KUB does not accept unsolicited applications; completed applications are only considered for advertised vacancies.
Please no third party inquiries. Due to the volume of applications and resumes we receive, only applicants invited to interview will be
contacted.

Applicants should apply on all positions of interest. KUB reserves the right to consider applications for additional vacancies in the
same classification within 120 days of the original posting, after which time, applicants must reapply to be considered for any
openings.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide correct and updated contact information to KUB during the active period of the application.
If KUB is unable to contact the applicant because the information on the application is no longer correct, the application will be
considered inactive and the applicant no longer eligible for employment.

For more specific information regarding this position, please contact Human Resources.

Knoxville Utilities Board, Human Resources Department, 4505 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville,TN 37921-5530
Employment Opportunity Line: (865) 558-2420, Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD): (865) 558-2688

KNOXVILLE UTILITIES BOARD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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