Utility Worker

Overview

We Are Seeking With every position we fill, our mission is to support the community by effectively managing and protecting the public water system while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a unique and rewarding work environment.
The Town of Cave Creek has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Utility Worker I. The Town of Cave Creek operates the water distribution system throughout the Town of Cave Creek and the Desert Hills Community.

The Utility Worker reports to the Field Operations Supervisor. The primary function of a Utility Worker is to operate the water distribution system including water mains, service connections, fire hydrants and valves. Other duties include but are not limited to, conducting inspections, reading and repairing meters, conducting other repairs, completing work orders and assisting in blue staking of utility assets.

The individual selected must also be able to work closely with other departments, outside and public agencies, coworkers and the general public. This individual will also be able to cope with the environmental challenges that are unique to working outdoors in traffic and the Arizona summers. Additionally, we train new employees in all aspects of the operation and maintenance our water system to ensure the safest workplace possible.

About You

You are someone who proactively builds productive relationships and takes responsibility for your work and actions. You actively participate as a member of the team to move toward the completion of goals while producing quality outcomes. You take great pride in managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives beyond what is required. You are also committed to safety and will uphold our safety culture.

At the The Town of Cave Creek
, we hire motivated, talented individuals who have a passion for what they do, while possessing the ability to fulfill our mission and uphold our values.

The successful candidate must meet the physical standards and requirements for working in confined spaces and trenches. Work will require climbing portable ladders and entering confined spaces.
Utility Workers will be required to be on an On-Call Rotation that may require work outside of the normal schedule.

This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

• Receive direction from Field Operations Supervisor to perform activities associated with water distribution system maintenance & repair.
• Installing, repairing, or replacing service lines, water meters, hydrants, valves and main lines.
• Assist in blue staking of utility assets.
• Read water meters and respond to customer service requests.
• Operate and maintain a variety of specialized equipment including boring equipment, service/crane truck, tapping equipment, backhoe, loader, dump truck, pick-up, hand tools, jackhammers, whackers, digging bars, and shovels.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs related to the sewer collection system.
• Comply with safety standards, regulations, and policies. Must follow OSHA and Town safety standards including the use and wear of respirators, hard hats, protective clothing/eyewear/footwear, and other related materials or equipment. Confined space entry.
• Required to be on call 24 hours on an emergency basis; weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Perform other related duties as assigned; may be called upon to assist other divisions within the Town

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-2 years or more of experience in the field of water distribution and related equipment operations and maintenance.
• Must obtain and maintain a Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement within 12 months of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain an ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution certification within 6 months of hire.

• Working knowledge of materials, practices, and equipment used in water system maintenance and repair activities; occupational hazards and safety precautions for operating assigned equipment; common hand and power tools; basic…