UTILITIES FIELD SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE - PART TIME
Salary
$24.55 - $32.90 Hourly
Location
Riverside, CA
Job Type
Part-time
Job Number
26-0670-01
Department
Public Utilities
Division
PUB UTIL ADMIN-FIELD SERVICES
Opening Date
07/09/2026
Closing Date
7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of UTILITIES FIELD SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE PART TIME to fill two (2) vacancy in the Field Services Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.
The Utility Field Services Representative assists in reading electric and water meters and recording consumption. Delivers utility cut-off notifications on residential and business doors of designated utility customers.
Work Performed
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Qualifications
Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).
Experience: None
Highly Desired Qualifications:
Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Selection Process
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.
Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver's License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.
Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) - General Unit
The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:
Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3-year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost and is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,687 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).
Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $85 per month.
Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance equal to $100,000. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employees and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $50 a month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
Leave Benefits - Includes vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Please refer to the SEIU MOU for specific details.
Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
State Disability Insurance - Automatic coverage administered by the Employee Development Department (EDD) of the State of California
Vacation Accrual - 0-4 yrs. = 80hrs, 5-9 yrs. = 120hrs, 10+ yrs. = 160 hrs.
For other special compensation, refer to the SEIU MOU.
For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1
For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.
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Instructions: The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum and/or highly desirable qualifications for the position in which you are applying. Detailed responses must be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered.
(*Do not refer to a resume in lieu of completing the supplemental questions).
Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
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Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.
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Please indicate the amount of experience you have working independently in the field.
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Please indicate the following regarding your experience working independently in the field. If none, indicate "N/A". Employer: job Title: Amount of Experience:
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How much delivery driver experience do you possess?
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Please indicate the following regarding your delivery driver experience. If none, indicate "N/A". Employer: job Title: Amount of Experience:
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Do you have the ability to lift up to 32 pounds frequently and up to 60 pounds occasionally?
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Please indicate the type of valid drivers license you currently possess.
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Certification: I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. Therefore, I have fully completed ALL sections, provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully answered ALL questions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. (Do not refer to a resume or other documentation, as it will not be reviewed.) Employers and/or experience noted on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be included and fully detailed on the Application.
Required Question
Employer City of Riverside
Address 3900 Main Street
Riverside, California, 92522
Phone 951-826-5808
Website http://www.riversideca.gov