WWW Utility Investigator - Department of Public Works
City of Baltimore · Baltimore, MD · 1 mo ago
Information Technology$62k–$101k/yrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? The posting includes "Get to Know Us" (intro), "Job Summary", "Minimum Qualifications", "Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities", "Additional Information" (background check, probation, eligibility, etc.), maybe "Benefits" (medical etc). Also "Salary Range" and "Starting Pay". So we need Pay section if posting actually states them. Yes they have Salary Range and Starting Pay. So we need a Pay section.
We need to use for section headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We need to include only sections with real content.
We have content for: About the role (maybe "Get to Know Us" and "Job Summary"? Could be "About the role" includes job summary and description). Responsibilities: maybe from job summary: responding to complaints, assessing situation, determining repair priorities, etc. Could be responsibilities.
Requirements/Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, license). Could be Qualifications.
Skills: Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities.
Benefits: medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, FSA plans, wellness programs, support groups, workshops.
Pay: Salary Range and Starting Pay.
Schedule: The posting mentions "conventional workweek that may include rotating shifts and are subject to 24-hour call-back as required." That's schedule info.
We also have Additional Information like background check, probation, eligibility, residency, financial disclosure, recruiter contact. Those could be placed maybe under a generic "Additional Information" but we only allowed headings from list. Could we incorporate into other sections? Possibly we could put under "Qualifications" or "Requirements"? But better to create a section like "Additional Information" not in allowed list. The instruction says use
for section headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We need to include only sections with real content.
We have content for: About the role (maybe "Get to Know Us" and "Job Summary"? Could be "About the role" includes job summary and description). Responsibilities: maybe from job summary: responding to complaints, assessing situation, determining repair priorities, etc. Could be responsibilities.
Requirements/Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, license). Could be Qualifications.
Skills: Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities.
Benefits: medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, FSA plans, wellness programs, support groups, workshops.
Pay: Salary Range and Starting Pay.
Schedule: The posting mentions "conventional workweek that may include rotating shifts and are subject to 24-hour call-back as required." That's schedule info.
We also have Additional Information like background check, probation, eligibility, residency, financial disclosure, recruiter contact. Those could be placed maybe under a generic "Additional Information" but we only allowed headings from list. Could we incorporate into other sections? Possibly we could put under "Qualifications" or "Requirements"? But better to create a section like "Additional Information" not in allowed list. The instruction says use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It says use those as examples, but does it restrict to only those? It says "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It implies those are the allowed headings. Probably we should only use those headings. So we need to map all content into those sections. Additional info like background check etc could go under "Requirements" or "Qualifications"? Might be considered part of "Requirements". Could also be under "Qualifications". But we have both Requirements and Qualifications as separate headings; we need to decide which to use. Usually Requirements = minimum qualifications; Qualifications = preferred? But we can use both if we have content. We have minimum qualifications (education, experience, license). That's Requirements. Qualifications could be something else like "Preferred qualifications" but not present. So we may only need Requirements.
We have Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities -> Skills section.
We have Benefits -> Benefits.
We have Pay -> Pay.
We have Schedule -> Schedule.
We have About the role -> maybe combine "Get to Know Us" and "Job Summary". Could be About the role.
Responsibilities -> from job summary: responding to complaints, assessing situation, determining repair priorities, communicating with maintenance personnel, etc. Also maybe mention work outdoors, exposure, etc. Could be responsibilities.
We need to ensure we preserve all substantive information. Let's extract details.
From posting:
- Salary Range: $62,095.00 - $101,206.00 Annually
- Starting Pay: $62,095.00 Annually
- Get to Know Us: Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team!
- Job Summary: A Utility Investigator responds to customer complaints related to water and wastewater utilities by assessing the situation on-site and determining and communicating required repair and response priorities to utility maintenance personnel. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical supervisor. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek that may include rotating shifts and are subject to 24-hour call-back as required. Work is performed outdoors where incumbents are exposed to inclement weather, raw sewage, noxious odors and traffic. Work involves regularly walking, standing, bending and stooping for brief periods of time and occasionally walking or standing in difficult terrain for prolonged periods.
- Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
AND Experience: Have five years of experience in utility construction, installation, maintenance and repair, or three years of experience in utility construction inspection or investigation.
Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.
- Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: (list)
Knowledge of construction, installation, maintenance, repair and operation of water mains, water meters, sanitary sewers, storm drains, manholes, inlets and related appurtenances.
Knowledge of traffic control procedures.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures regarding utility maintenance and repair, protective clothing and traffic control.
Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance regarding water and wastewater.
Skill in assessing cause of and nature of repair required to resolve utility related problems in water and wastewater maintenance systems.
Skill in communicating effectively and with tact with residential and commercial customers of the municipal water system regarding the cause of utility problems, utility maintenance and repair requirements, and the City’s response.
Skill in documenting findings in a clear and concise manner regarding the cause and nature of repair required to correct utility problems.
Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints and drawings.
Ability to use specialized equipment such as aquaphobe, and hydrant and meter wrenches.
Ability to remain calm and professional in dealing with irate citizens including homeowners, tenants and business owners.
Ability to respond quickly and effectively in a crisis situation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and mid-level managers.
- Additional Information:
Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
Probation All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.
Eligibility Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
Education Accreditation Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
Selection Process All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
Examination Process Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
Residency & Financial Disclosure This position is subject to Article I, Section 7-10 of the Baltimore City Code, which mandates that the incumbent both reside and be a registered voter of Baltimore City at the time of appointment or sign a declaration of intent to become a City resident and registered voter within 6 months of the effective date of their appointment. Failure to comply with the declaration of intent will result in immediate termination. You will also be required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
Your Recruiter: Jewel Glenn If you have any questions, please contact Jewel Glenn, HR Specialist I, via email at Jewel.Glenn@baltimorecity.gov.
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We need to remove boilerplate: EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning, etc. Also remove navigation, cookie, legal, duplicated lines, application instructions. The posting includes some application instructions (deadline, upload driver's license). Those are considered application instructions? The instruction says remove application instructions. So we should remove "APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration." and "NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING." Also maybe "Your Recruiter: Jewel Glenn ..." is contact info; that might be considered application instructions? It's contact for questions; maybe keep? The instruction says remove application instructions, but contact info maybe not. However it's still part of the posting; but we could keep as part of "About the role"? Might be considered not essential. Safer to remove contact info as it's not core job description. But we need to preserve ALL substantive information; contact info is substantive? Might be considered not essential to job description. The instruction says remove application instructions, not necessarily contact info. However "Your Recruiter: Jewel Glenn..." is more like contact for questions; could be considered application instructions. I'd remove it.
Also remove EEO statements.
We need to keep benefits, pay, schedule, etc.
Now craft HTML.
Structure:
About the role
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It implies those are the allowed headings. Probably we should only use those headings. So we need to map all content into those sections. Additional info like background check etc could go under "Requirements" or "Qualifications"? Might be considered part of "Requirements". Could also be under "Qualifications". But we have both Requirements and Qualifications as separate headings; we need to decide which to use. Usually Requirements = minimum qualifications; Qualifications = preferred? But we can use both if we have content. We have minimum qualifications (education, experience, license). That's Requirements. Qualifications could be something else like "Preferred qualifications" but not present. So we may only need Requirements.
We have Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities -> Skills section.
We have Benefits -> Benefits.
We have Pay -> Pay.
We have Schedule -> Schedule.
We have About the role -> maybe combine "Get to Know Us" and "Job Summary". Could be About the role.
Responsibilities -> from job summary: responding to complaints, assessing situation, determining repair priorities, communicating with maintenance personnel, etc. Also maybe mention work outdoors, exposure, etc. Could be responsibilities.
We need to ensure we preserve all substantive information. Let's extract details.
From posting:
- Salary Range: $62,095.00 - $101,206.00 Annually
- Starting Pay: $62,095.00 Annually
- Get to Know Us: Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team!
- Job Summary: A Utility Investigator responds to customer complaints related to water and wastewater utilities by assessing the situation on-site and determining and communicating required repair and response priorities to utility maintenance personnel. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical supervisor. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek that may include rotating shifts and are subject to 24-hour call-back as required. Work is performed outdoors where incumbents are exposed to inclement weather, raw sewage, noxious odors and traffic. Work involves regularly walking, standing, bending and stooping for brief periods of time and occasionally walking or standing in difficult terrain for prolonged periods.
- Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
AND Experience: Have five years of experience in utility construction, installation, maintenance and repair, or three years of experience in utility construction inspection or investigation.
Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.
- Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: (list)
Knowledge of construction, installation, maintenance, repair and operation of water mains, water meters, sanitary sewers, storm drains, manholes, inlets and related appurtenances.
Knowledge of traffic control procedures.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures regarding utility maintenance and repair, protective clothing and traffic control.
Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance regarding water and wastewater.
Skill in assessing cause of and nature of repair required to resolve utility related problems in water and wastewater maintenance systems.
Skill in communicating effectively and with tact with residential and commercial customers of the municipal water system regarding the cause of utility problems, utility maintenance and repair requirements, and the City’s response.
Skill in documenting findings in a clear and concise manner regarding the cause and nature of repair required to correct utility problems.
Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints and drawings.
Ability to use specialized equipment such as aquaphobe, and hydrant and meter wrenches.
Ability to remain calm and professional in dealing with irate citizens including homeowners, tenants and business owners.
Ability to respond quickly and effectively in a crisis situation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and mid-level managers.
- Additional Information:
Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
Probation All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.
Eligibility Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
Education Accreditation Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
Selection Process All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
Examination Process Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
Residency & Financial Disclosure This position is subject to Article I, Section 7-10 of the Baltimore City Code, which mandates that the incumbent both reside and be a registered voter of Baltimore City at the time of appointment or sign a declaration of intent to become a City resident and registered voter within 6 months of the effective date of their appointment. Failure to comply with the declaration of intent will result in immediate termination. You will also be required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
Your Recruiter: Jewel Glenn If you have any questions, please contact Jewel Glenn, HR Specialist I, via email at Jewel.Glenn@baltimorecity.gov.
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We need to remove boilerplate: EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning, etc. Also remove navigation, cookie, legal, duplicated lines, application instructions. The posting includes some application instructions (deadline, upload driver's license). Those are considered application instructions? The instruction says remove application instructions. So we should remove "APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration." and "NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING." Also maybe "Your Recruiter: Jewel Glenn ..." is contact info; that might be considered application instructions? It's contact for questions; maybe keep? The instruction says remove application instructions, but contact info maybe not. However it's still part of the posting; but we could keep as part of "About the role"? Might be considered not essential. Safer to remove contact info as it's not core job description. But we need to preserve ALL substantive information; contact info is substantive? Might be considered not essential to job description. The instruction says remove application instructions, not necessarily contact info. However "Your Recruiter: Jewel Glenn..." is more like contact for questions; could be considered application instructions. I'd remove it.
Also remove EEO statements.
We need to keep benefits, pay, schedule, etc.
Now craft HTML.
Structure:
About the role
Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you