Maintenance Worker (Wastewater)

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs semi-skilled general labor tasks in order to maintain City water utilities system as assigned; duties may vary according to job assignment and individual skills.
• Performs maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Assists in the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater system and components; inspects water and wastewater lines; repairs line leaks and breaks; cleans and maintains lift stations; maintains and flushes water hydrants; checks and cleans valves and manhole covers; digs and fills holes and trenches; maintains landscaping; clears trash, brush, weeds and debris from adjoining areas.
• Assists in the installation of new water, sewer systems and components.
• Operates and maintains a variety of specialized tools and equipment; assists with maintenance work on tools and equipment.
• Maintains daily work logs and records of maintenance services performed.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations to minimize risk of accidents.
• Responds as directed to perform emergency cleaning and maintenance work.
• Cross trains in all utilities maintenance tasks.
• Responds outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to special events, natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND one year of construction or maintenance work experience.
• Licenses or Certifications: Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Required Knowledge of: City policies and procedures; Tools and equipment used in water utilities system maintenance; Basic plumbing techniques and maintenance standards; Occupational hazards and safety precautions; Customer service standards and protocols.
• Required Skill in: Operating and maintaining tools, equipment and vehicles according to standard procedures; Performing heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects; Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures; Following and maintaining safety standards; Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors at work sites throughout the City; required to perform moderate physical work, and lift and carry up to 80 pounds.