Laborer 2, Water, Sewer, Drains

Duties and Responsibilities

• Affords assistance in installing, repairing, and maintaining sewer pipes, storm drainpipes, drain culverts, water mains, associated services and hydrants.
• Reads, installs, removes, and dismantles interior and exterior water meters, and cleans storm drains, sewers, catch basins, manholes, and associated pipes.
• Performs routine laboring duties, alone or as part of a crew, such as digging, raking, weeding, lifting, carrying, grass cutting, shoveling, removing brush or trash, cleaning, sweeping, light painting, repair work, or tasks of similar complexity.
• Operates motor vehicles and equipment necessary for completion of projects; performs labor incidental to the work of operating equipment or other laboring tasks when required; ensures that all equipment is ready for operation at all times and ensures normal servicing is performed properly.
• Unloads, loads, and moves materials, equipment, and supplies and may assist in storing and sorting inventory.
• Maintains work area and equipment in safe and operable condition, adhering to all applicable safety and health rules and regulations; maintains general cleanliness and appearance of workspace or facility.
• Mandatory participation in the DPW’s Snow & Ice Program; may include road treatment, plowing, snow hauling, snow removal, etc.; provides backup support and assistance for other DPW projects as needed.

Requirements

• General knowledge equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Valid MA Driver’s License.
• Must have a Class B CDL permit upon hire with the ability to obtain a Class B CDL license within six months of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and the general public.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions for frequent and extended periods, requiring the ability to lift, carry, and position heavy objects.

Preferred But Not Required Qualifications

• Class 2B and 1C Hoisting Engineer’s License.
• Water meter knowledge and experience.