NJV# 575, 576, 577 - FITTER APPRENTICE - Bidding ONLY
Summary
| Title: | NJV# 575, 576, 577 - FITTER APPRENTICE - Bidding ONLY |
|---|---|
| ID: | 575, 576, 577 |
| Salary Range: | $35.88 |
| Application Deadline: | 06/29/2025 |
| Position Status: | Full-Time |
| Requested Position Title: | Apprentice Fitter |
| Department Name: | Distribution |
| Number of Vacancies: | 3 |
Description
Date: 06/18/2025
Job #: 575, 576, 577
Job Class: 54040
Job Title: Apprentice Fitter
Directly Reports To: Distribution Operations Supervisor
Job Description:
FITTER APPRENTICE: An employee who installs and maintains water pipes, conduits, mains and accessories under the general direction of a Foreman/woman, Fitter, or other experienced and qualified personnel while training for a Journeyman classification. In order to gain experience for advancement, they may be required to work alone or under direct supervision on jobs for which they have been trained and instructed. State of Nevada Grade I Water Distribution certification will be required to progress to the one-year rate of pay. State of Nevada Grade II Water Distribution certification will be required to progress to the two-year rate of pay. The employee's education and general qualifications must be such that they are considered capable of obtaining Journeyman status. Before obtaining Journeyman status, they must qualify by test and demonstrate an ability to handle tools and operate equipment, such as earth boring machines, all types of tapping machines, pipe locators, concrete saws, compressors and other equipment commonly used in the trade.
Wage:
$35.88
Each applicant must pass the required WorkKeys Assessments with the minimum required scores listed to be accepted into an apprenticeship program. Any aptitude test required by TMWA will be used as one factor in the selection process. The apprentice must have attained the minimum required scores prior to the selection process. The apprentice must have attained the minimum required scores prior to the completion of their job shadow for internal candidates or prior to commencing work if hired externally. The scheduling of the job shadow will generally be within 7 calendar days of the posted close date but can occur later due to scheduling or operations needs. In no case will the dates for job shadowing or hire be extended to accommodate those who haven't attained the required minimum scores and are attempting to test or re-test.
Minimum WorkKeys Scores for Apprentice Fitter Program:
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 4
Workplace Documents: 4
Applied Technology: 4
These exams are administered through ACT WorkKeys by Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC). For more information, contact the TMCC Proctor Testing Center at 824-3838 or email testingcenter@tmcc.edu.
Qualifications
All decisions affecting any terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, salary, disciplinary action and an employee's caregiving responsibilities, will be made without regard to race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age (40 years and above), physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, martial or domestic partnership status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Applications:
All bids shall be submitted through the electronic application tracking system used by the Company. To access the internal application section of the electronic application tracking system, visit http://internaljobs.tmwa.com
If a prospective bidder is unable to access the internet during the bidding period, then they may request via email that Human Resources submit a bid on their behalf. The Company will not consider any bid submitted later than the closing date on the posted bid/job announcement form.
Bid Closing Date: 06/29/2025
Job #: 575, 576, 577
Job Class: 54040
Job Title: Apprentice Fitter
Directly Reports To: Distribution Operations Supervisor
Job Description:
FITTER APPRENTICE: An employee who installs and maintains water pipes, conduits, mains and accessories under the general direction of a Foreman/woman, Fitter, or other experienced and qualified personnel while training for a Journeyman classification. In order to gain experience for advancement, they may be required to work alone or under direct supervision on jobs for which they have been trained and instructed. State of Nevada Grade I Water Distribution certification will be required to progress to the one-year rate of pay. State of Nevada Grade II Water Distribution certification will be required to progress to the two-year rate of pay. The employee's education and general qualifications must be such that they are considered capable of obtaining Journeyman status. Before obtaining Journeyman status, they must qualify by test and demonstrate an ability to handle tools and operate equipment, such as earth boring machines, all types of tapping machines, pipe locators, concrete saws, compressors and other equipment commonly used in the trade.
Wage:
$35.88
Each applicant must pass the required WorkKeys Assessments with the minimum required scores listed to be accepted into an apprenticeship program. Any aptitude test required by TMWA will be used as one factor in the selection process. The apprentice must have attained the minimum required scores prior to the selection process. The apprentice must have attained the minimum required scores prior to the completion of their job shadow for internal candidates or prior to commencing work if hired externally. The scheduling of the job shadow will generally be within 7 calendar days of the posted close date but can occur later due to scheduling or operations needs. In no case will the dates for job shadowing or hire be extended to accommodate those who haven't attained the required minimum scores and are attempting to test or re-test.
Minimum WorkKeys Scores for Apprentice Fitter Program:
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 4
Workplace Documents: 4
Applied Technology: 4
These exams are administered through ACT WorkKeys by Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC). For more information, contact the TMCC Proctor Testing Center at 824-3838 or email testingcenter@tmcc.edu.
Qualifications
- Our apprenticeship program requires the apprentice to maintain a continuity of learning throughout the period of the apprenticeship. Additionally apprentices must commit to completing the approved course of related supplemental training and on-the-job training in a manner which will enable the apprentice to obtain a degree of knowledge and skill sufficient to qualify at a journey level in the allotted and specified time. Apprentices are evaluated on and expected to maintain acceptable level of performance in the areas of: cooperation and teamwork, problem solving, responsibility, imitative, safety, quality of work, and quantity of work.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license with the ability to meet TMWA Department of Motor Vehicle report criteria.
All decisions affecting any terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, salary, disciplinary action and an employee's caregiving responsibilities, will be made without regard to race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age (40 years and above), physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, martial or domestic partnership status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Applications:
All bids shall be submitted through the electronic application tracking system used by the Company. To access the internal application section of the electronic application tracking system, visit http://internaljobs.tmwa.com
If a prospective bidder is unable to access the internet during the bidding period, then they may request via email that Human Resources submit a bid on their behalf. The Company will not consider any bid submitted later than the closing date on the posted bid/job announcement form.
Bid Closing Date: 06/29/2025