Environmental Jobs
Location
Reno, NV | United States
Job description
Truckee Meadows Water Authority (TMWA) is a not-for-profit, community-owned water utility, overseen by elected officials and citizen appointees from Reno, Sparks and Washoe County. TMWA has a highly skilled workforce who ensure the around-the-clock treatment, delivery and availability of high-quality drinking water for more than 400,000 residents of the Truckee Meadows.
We are looking to hire Seasonal Water Conservation Consultants, to join our Conservation team for the 2024 season, which will run approximately May to October, depending on weather conditions.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The primary role of the Water Conservation Consultant is to educate TMWA customers on conservation policies in order to reduce water waste as well as help customers understand bill statements and save money on water bills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
We believe that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor TMWA to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.
Operate a company vehicle the majority of the working day.
Educate customers regarding TMWA water conservation policies and programs including mandatory outdoor watering schedules, watering restrictions and irrigation best practices. This may include issuing notices for failure to comply with conservation policies.
Educate customers on ways to reduce water waste, understand bill statements and save money on water bills in order to conserve our regional water resources.
Respond to water waste situations by interacting with customers either in person or via the telephone.
Coordinate with homeowners, tenants, and landscape/property managers to identify water waste conditions.
Frequent self-initiated contact with a diverse group of customers.
Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
Follow-up with customers who have leaks and ensure repairs are made.
Ensure conservation department vehicles are maintained and in good working condition.
Ensure all TMWA safety procedures are followed
Operate a variety of electronic devices including a cell phone, computer, and digital recorder.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the minimum requirements is:
Experience:
At least one year of experience dealing with customers in person, and on the phone is preferred.
Experience with irrigation systems is preferred.
Education & Training:
On-the-job training is provided, however the incumbent must have the following education and training:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language including reading, writing, and speaking English.
Working knowledge of digital cameras/recording devices, cell phone, and a personal computer, as well as multiple computer applications (i.e., email, databases, word processing, map viewers, etc.)
Special Requirements:
Water Conservation Consultants will be required to work flexible hours that may include starting as early as 5:00 a.m. and working as late as 8:30 p.m., including weekends and holidays. The successful candidates should be available to begin work in May and work until October. The conclusion of this temporary position may be shortened or extended based on weather and business needs.
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