Water Worker ; AFSCME​/UNION

Position: Water Worker I (AFSCME/UNION)
SALARY RANGE: $35.799-$41.885/hourly

* Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, but in most cases is no higher than the midpoint for range.

Schedule:

40 hours per week 7am-3pm

NATURE OF WORK:

This is entry-level manual labor involving on-the-job training to perform maintenance and repair on the municipal water distribution and sewer conveyance systems. Work involves participating in the detection of water/sewer line leaks, maintenance and repair of the water/sewer system and maintenance on other water/sewer system facilities. Employees may be assigned tasks of a similar or higher-level classification to gain experience and training in preparation for advancement.

Safety equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, reflective vests, gloves and steel-toed shoes and other protective equipment are worn.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):

* Assists in the repair of water mains, water service lines, valves and fire hydrants using hand and power tools.

* Assists in the installation, repair and maintenance of the municipal sewer conveyance system including pipelines, manholes and catch basins using hand and power tools.

* Repairs and restores streets, sidewalks, alleys and parkways.

* Breaks asphalt and other pavement, using hydraulic pavement breaker, air hammer, pick and shovel.

* Performs work as needed in the excavation of streets, alleys, curbs and sidewalks, including back-fill and temporary patching.

* In a learning capacity, operates and maintains backhoe and heavy equipment, power tools and hand tools.

* Drives various trucks to transport crew, materials, equipment, and spoils. Loads and unloads trucks as appropriate to work assignment.

* Services, adjusts and makes minor repairs to equipment, such as pumps, compressors and small gasoline engines and attachments.

* Compacts excavation trenches using air, gasoline and hydraulic powered compactors.

* Plows snow and spreads salt on City streets, parking lots and sidewalks.

* Measures distances of excavation sites using tape measure and marks outline of areas to be trenched according to direction of supervisor.

* Assists in providing information to update distribution and sewer atlas maps.

* Performs utility locations.

* Works in conjunction with a pipeline/catch basin cleaning company or any City contractor, which is contracted by the City; acts as an inspector/recorder and assists the contractor in performing the needed cleaning.

* Communicates with supervisor and other workers using radio and telephone.

* Provides information showing actions taken, manpower and equipment utilization and disposition of materials.

* Posts and removes temporary street signs and notifies residents of water service disruptions.

* Assists other divisions as directed.

* Cleans and maintains City property and facilities.

* Erects, repairs and maintains fences and other small structures.

* May perform custodial tasks.

* Will be required to work occasional overtime (holidays, evenings and weekends).

* Responsible for snow plowing and removal of snow and ice from streets, sidewalks, parking lots, and other city locations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

Possession of high school diploma or GED;
Must possess one (1) year experience with a water or sewer utility or other public utilities and/or heavy construction; and any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills:

* Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

* Must possess a commercial driver's license permit; and a valid commercial driver's license must be obtained within 6 months of the date of hire.

* Must obtain National Incident Management System (NIMS) ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800 Certification within 18 months of hire.

* Some knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools, materials and equipment used in water/sewer line repairs.

* Some knowledge of safety standards and precautions connected with water/sewer line activities.

* Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment associated with water/sewer lines.

* Ability to visually and audibly detect water/sewer line problems and respond appropriately.

* Ability to operate City trucks.

* Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

* Ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

* Ability to read and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

* Ability to effectively communicate with the public.

* Ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with others.

* Ability to utilize the computerized maintenance management system to complete work orders using a tablet or similar technology.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

* Ability to lift parts, climb in and out of trenches, sit or stand for extended periods of time in confined spaces.

* Ability to detect and recognize odors; focus on small and/or distant objects.

* Frequent exposure to dangerous equipment, loud noise levels, extreme temperatures, extreme weather conditions,…