Water​/Wastewater Construction Worker - Senior

Position: Water/Wastewater Construction Worker I - Senior
* please note: this vacancy is located in the water construction division of the gas and water department.
* Class summary:

This is the first of four levels in the water/wastewater construction series. Incumbents participate in the general repair and installation of water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems as trained and directed. Responsibilities may include operating power and hand tools to excavate water and sewer lines; performing labor related to the installation of water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems; inspecting and repairing existing water/wastewater infrastructure;

recording activities; and filing paperwork.

Class summary:

This is the second of four levels in the water/wastewater construction series. Incumbents perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Responsibilities may include: locating, inspecting, and maintaining manholes, valves, and hydrants; plumbing and pipe fitting water and wastewater lines; ordering supplies and equipment; cleaning and exercising valves and hydrants;

recording utility locations in a gis system; maintaining records of activities; and performing the duties of lower levels.

Class summary:

This is the third of four levels in the water/wastewater construction series. Incumbents perform specialized, skilled work in the construction, operation, inspection, and maintenance of water distribution and/or wastewater collection systems. Responsibilities may include maintaining system documentation; inspecting the work of lower levels and/or contractors; locating utilities; responding to customer complaints; locating, inspecting, and maintaining manholes, valves, and hydrants; plumbing and pipe fitting water and wastewater lines;

ordering supplies and equipment; cleaning and exercising valves and hydrants; and performing the duties of the lower levels. Incumbents may provide work direction to the lower levels.

* please note: three descriptions are displayed but the incumbent will be hired at the highest skill level met based on education and experience.
* * please note: this vacancy is located in the water construction division of the gas and water department.
* Typical class essential duties: (these duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

* maintains, operates and checks the operation of collection systems and facilities, which includes: locating, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing manholes, valves, and hydrants; plumbing and pipe fitting water and wastewater lines; cleaning and exercising valves and hydrants; and/or performing related duties.

* performs inspections of equipment and remote facilities and reports on failures or operating difficulties, which includes stopping and starting equipment as required for repair; and cleaning, lubricating, and performing routine maintenance of equipment and facilities.

* maintains records and logs of systems operation and maintenance activities.

* performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Typical class essential duties: (these duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

* maintains, operates, and checks the operation of collections systems and facilities, which includes: locating, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing manholes, valves, and hydrants; plumbing and pipe fitting water and wastewater lines; cleaning and exercising valves and hydrants; and/or performing related duties.

* performs inspections of equipment and remote facilities and reports on failures or operating difficulties which includes stopping and starting equipment as required for repair; and cleaning, lubricating, and performing routine maintenance of equipment and facilities.

* maintains records and logs of systems operation and maintenance activities. Records utility locations using a gis system.

* monitors and maintains inventory; ordering supplies and equipment as necessary.

* performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Typical class essential duties: (these duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

* maintains, operates, and checks the operation of collection systems and facilities, which includes: locating, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing manholes, valves, and hydrants; plumbing and pipe fitting water and wastewater lines; cleaning and exercising valves and hydrants; and/or performing related duties.

* performs complex repairs and upgrades to equipment and facilities which may include adjusting system operations; locating utilities; and performing related duties.

* performs inspections of equipment and remote facilities and reports on failures or operating difficulties; and performs related duties.

* responds to a variety of customer complaints and inquiries.

* performs record keeping functions such as logging operations, maintenance work performed, and unusual operating conditions encountered; prepares reports as required.

* may prioritize and assign…