Worker ; Water & Sewer

Position: Worker I (Water & Sewer)
REPORTS TO:

Construction & Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt

CLASSIFICATION:
Personnel System;
Requires satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.

PAY GRADE: 108

SAFETY SENSITIVE:
No

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this job is to perform manual work functions associated with the construction and maintenance of water/sewer distribution and collection systems. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assist in installation, maintenance and repair of water and sewer mains and lines; performing labor activities; operating/maintaining equipment; and performing additional tasks as assigned.

Job Related Requirements

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm (10 Hour Shifts). Subject to call back 24 hours/day, 7 days a week. May be required to work on religious holidays. May be assigned to a standby crew and on call every six weeks

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, with no prior experience necessary; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

A valid driver's license required.

Must possess or have the ability to obtain Georgia Department of Transportation Flagging certification within 6 months of employment.

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of water and sewer mains and lines.

Cleans gate valve boxes, sanitary sewers and manholes.

Operates a sewer rodding machine.

Performs laboring activities such as unstopping manholes, digging holes, pouring or cutting concrete, etc.

Flags traffic around work sites.

Gathers materials and supplies used in daily activities.

Cleans and maintains equipment and buildings as required.

Responds to emergency and stand-by calls on a 24-hour daily basis.

Responds to routine requests for information from officials, employees, members of the staff, the public or other individuals.

Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports or other documents; processes and forwards as appropriate.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the Public Utilities Department as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Utility Service Worker.

Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.

Knowledge of unified government policies and procedures pertaining to repair and maintenance of water/sewer lines and mains, and of other procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.

Knowledge of the methods and practices of installing, maintaining and repairing water and sewer lines and mains.

Skill in laying pipe and in the construction, maintenance and repair of water and sewer lines and mains.

Skill in using tools such as a wrench, pump, shovel, pick and metal detector.

Skill in operating various machinery and equipment including a rodding machine, boring machine, tapping machine, etc.

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other staff members.

Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.

Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.

Ability to plan, organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.

Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department.

(ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED

TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a rodding machine, boring machine, tapping machine, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion. Must be exposed to such elements as diseases, toxic chemicals, raw sewage, increment weather, etc.

Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of heavy work.

DATA CONCEPTION:
Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION:
Requires the ability to hear, speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving assignments and/or directions from co-workers, assistants or supervisors.

LANGUAGE ABILITY:
Requires…