Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker

City of Lamar Water Distribution/Collections Maintenance Worker

Job Description

Definition Under general supervision performs a variety of maintenance work in assigned areas within the Water Department, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water distribution and wastewater infrastructure and related systems: operates trucks, equipment, power and hand tools: demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties: performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Water/Sewer Distribution Worker is the semi-skilled entry level class in the series. Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of assigned duties to this class. The Water/Sewer Worker is distinguished from the next higher class of Assistant Supervisor in that the latter has on-site lead and operational responsibilities at water/sewer maintenance projects. This classification is also required to respond to after-hour calls. May be assigned to other divisions for maintenance work.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

Receives general supervision from a Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor. Incumbents in the class do not routinely exercise supervision but may assist in training other staff.

Essential Functions:

(included but not limited to the following)

• Performs and assists in a wide variety of routine, sometimes heavy, skilled and semi-skilled duties related to the installation, operation, and maintenance of water mains, valves, services, meters, hydrants, and other water supply and distribution system facilities at frequent intervals to insure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly and in conformance with all Federal and State requirements and operation permit conditions.
• Responds to service calls regarding water quality, pressure and leaks. Operates leak detection devices and pipe location equipment.
• Cleans and maintains all equipment and tools related to work on both the job site, equipment and cooperation yard.
• Operates and maintains a variety of equipment, and tools including tractors, backhoes, dump trucks, compactors, concrete saws, jackhammers, chainsaw, compressors and numerous other types of light duty construction equipment and tools.
• Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; may provide training to less experienced staff. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Physical, Mental & Working Conditions:

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on unlevel and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighting up to 50 pounds is also required. The incumbent may use chemicals and lubricants which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to climb ladders, work at heights over 10 feet, work in confined spaces, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions. The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and near moving mechanical parts. The employee regularly works in outside wet, hot and cold, and is frequently exposed to vibration and street/road traffic. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The incumbent is required to respond to after-hours emergency callouts.

Qualifications:

(The following are minimal qualification necessary to entry into the classification)

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for Street Maintenance Worker.

License/Certificate:

Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a CDL license.

Additional Requirements:

The ability to respond to after-hours leaks, emergencies or other situations within thirty minutes (30) minutes.

The City of Lamar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions without regard to race, gender, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin or any other legally protected status.

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