Utility Maintenance Worker I/II
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JOB TITLE: Utility Maintenance Worker 1-II
DEPARTMENT: Utilities
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Utility Maintenance Worker III
PAY RANGE: NO CDL—GRADE 6 $11.56, CDL—GRADE 9 $13.07
FLSA: NON-EXEMPT
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Under general supervision, performs manual and semi skilled tasks in their assigned Water and/or Sewer Utility System. Work may vary, individual judgment is limited within prescribed standards and procedures.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Physical demands include bending, stooping, climbing, twisting, reaching, walking on rough or uneven terrain, kneeling, and pulling or lifting up to 60#s (greater with assistance).
- Work is performed in uncontrollable working conditions of inclement weather of heat, cold, dampness, and hazardous chemicals;
- Must possess and maintain ODEQ Class D Water and Wastewater Certificate within one year of employment and maintain such Certification throughout employment;
- Must obtain Oklahoma CDL Class B License within 6 months of employment and maintain such License throughout employment;
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND PERFORMANCE:
- Keeps water Distribution and Sewer systems operating efficiently. Assists in the repair of water and sewer line breaks;
- Maintains, locates, raises to grade, and marks water main valves, assists in valve and water line mapping;
- Relieves sewer line stoppages by operating hydro-flusher to clear pipe of congesting materials; Cleans and repairs manholes;
- Inspects taps made by contractor to maintain quality control of the taping processes;
- Repairs and replaces fire hydrants and notifying fire department when fire hydrants are out of service;
- Operates jackhammer, excavates trenches, and installs shoring
- May perform physical labor tasks, shovels, loads and hauls gravel;
- Performs other duties as may be required and deemed necessary.
- Prepares daily log of own activities; work is frequently performed in uncontrollable physical conditions of pollution, heat, cold, noise, and dampness;
- Contact with others is incidental to the performance of duties requiring common courtesy and relaying of information;
- Work performed requires care and use of proper safety equipment and following established safety procedures to prevent injury.
SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS: None
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduation from High School or its equivalent; PLUS
- One year of progressive work experience, preferably in the operation and maintenance of equipment;
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work with others;
- Must possess and maintain ODEQ Class D Water and Wastewater Certificate within one year of employment and maintain such Certification throughout employment;
- Must obtain a valid Oklahoma CDL Class B License within 6 months of employment and maintain license throughout employment.
EXAMPLES OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA AND EXPECTATIONS:
- Troubleshoots minor mechanical equipment problems;
- Troubleshoots and locates causes of water quality complaints;
- Utilizes knowledge of water and sewer line construction and maintenance;
- Performs standby and call back work during off duty hours;
- Follows all applicable safety procedures, uses proper safety equipment, and operates assigned equipment in a safe manner;
- Demonstrates knowledge of safe work practices and procedures;
- Performs other work as directed.
Contact : Jennifer Greenland
405-878-1669
Deadline for Applying : May 31, 2019 12:30 PM