Utility Worker

Scope of Responsibilities

Perform a variety of manual tasks which support the Collection System Maintenance division. Operates and cares for LRWRA equipment and property according to requirements.

Examples of Duties

• Always follows instructions of the Crew Leader CDL and/or Supervisor.
• Uses pick, shovel, and/or other hand tools according to the requirements of the job at hand.
• Performs backfill and cleanup tasks as required.
• Maintains a good driving record.
• Maintains tools and equipment properly.
• Always follows safety practices and guidelines – including wearing proper personal protective/safety equipment due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals, flammable liquids, biological hazards, toxic/flammable compressed gases, and confined spaces.
• Follows established work procedures and practices.
• Undertakes any reasonable request within capabilities that is good for the community and LRWRA.

Typical Qualifications

See following pages for breakdown.

This position has been evaluated as to whether a momentary lapse of attention may result in grave and immediate danger to the employee, coworkers, or the public. If the designation is yes, the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act (AMMA) of 2016 will govern working conditions. If no, the AMMA will not apply to the position.

This position has been evaluated as to the mandated wearing of a company uniform during working hours.

Career Path Qualification Chart Summary

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience & Training: Must be 18 years of age - Minimum of six months experience in general maintenance, sewer construction, rehab, or related underground utility construction work - Some experience in performing general maintenance, sewer construction, rehab, or related underground utility construction work preferred - Must have attained a minimum of a Step 2 Utility Worker

Working Knowledge: Basic - Practicing - General maintenance, sewer construction, rehab, or related underground utility construction work - General maintenance, sewer construction, rehab, or related underground utility construction work - Commercial vehicle operation

Employee Benefits

• Health/Prescription/Dental/Drug/Vision - Health & Prescription Drug - UMR (United Healthcare) - High Deductible with H.S.A
• Dental - Delta Dental Plan of Arkansas
• Vision - DeltaVision / EyeMed Insight
• 11 days per calendar year plus one floating holiday.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - Hours accrue based on length of service (1 day equals 8 hours):
• 0-1 years: 18 days
• 1-5 years: 20 days
• 5-10 years 25 days
• 10-15 years: 27 days
• 15-25 years: 30 days
• 25 and more years: 35 days

• Arsenic Public Employees Retirement System (APERS). Defined benefit. Mandatory employee contribution of 6.25% tax-deferred. Employer contribution of 15.32%. Vested at 5 years of employment.
• 401(a) Money Purchase Plans. Mandatory employee contribution schedule. Employer contribution schedule based on tenure. Vested at 5 years of employment.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans. Supplemental pre-tax plan. Funded entirely by employee.
• Short Term Disability (STD) employer paid.
• Short Term Disability (STD) Buy Up (optional) employee paid.
• Long Term Disability (LTD) employer paid.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution available.
• Flexible Spending Account, employee funded, for Medical and/or Dependent Care expenses.
• Group Term Life Insurance (1x annual salary) employer paid.
• Additional life insurance. Funded entirely by employee.
• Telcoe Federal Credit Union
• Southwest Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Direct deposit of payroll.
• Education Reimbursement of up to $5250.00 annually (after 1 year of employment).
• University of Little Rock, AR tuition discounts.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.
• Fitness Reimbursement of up to $200.00 annually.
• Wellness Program of up to $150.00 annually.

Application Information

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

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