This section serves as a communication tool. It outlines the specific behaviors and working conditions required for the role (e.g., working in confined spaces or extreme weather) and asks applicants to rate their willingness to perform them. Unwilling responses flag potential issues before a hire is made.

To see if you are truly willing to perform the day-to-day tasks of a utility worker.

Utility work is 24/7/365. A missed shift can result in thousands of homes losing power during a blizzard.

Municipal utility departments face a growing challenge: replacing retiring workers while ensuring new hires possess the technical and safety competencies to maintain water, gas, and wastewater infrastructure. Traditional interviews often fail to capture mechanical aptitude and situational judgment. The (Scheig Associates, 2008) was developed to fill this gap. It includes three sections:

The Scheig Utility Worker 1.0 test is a comprehensive assessment designed to evaluate the skills and knowledge of utility workers in various industries, including electricity, gas, water, and waste management. The test is a crucial component of the certification process for utility workers, ensuring that they possess the necessary competencies to perform their jobs safely and efficiently.