Apprentice Municipal Worker - Water

City of Kalamazoo•Kalamazoo, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an apprentice level work involving the maintenance and construction of the water distribution system and performs related work as required. Operates one or more types of automotive equipment and performs a variety of manual tasks; does related work as required. Work involves acquiring knowledge and skill in various activities of the water distribution system. Employees in this class are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of several types of vehicles and equipment. The position requires possession of a CDL either upon hire or within 6 months of employment. Ability to promote to a higher class for new employees is required within three years of hire. Work will be inspected by a Supervisor for quality and efficiency.

Requirements

Some knowledge of municipality construction and maintenance principles
Some knowledge of traffic laws and regulations
Ability to make minor equipment repairs
Some knowledge of the Public Services Department activities
Must be able to lift, push, and pull 90 pounds periodically
Must have good oral and written communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public
Must have the ability and skills necessary to complete the apprenticeship and obtain an S-4 certification (Water Distribution Operator S-4) within three years of appointment
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license and certified driver's license CDL "B" endorsement with air brakes
Completion of a high school diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Works with Public Services staff to learn operations such as the water distribution system, operation and maintenance procedures, and Public Works operation and maintenance
Performs manual labor relating to hydrants and other water system connections
Reads maps and makes emergency system shutdowns
Operates trucks in connection with the transportation of sand, stone, gravel and supplies
Operates trucks in carrying tools, equipment, parts, and materials, and supplies to and from a job site
Performs minor repairs on vehicle equipment
Repairing water lines and mains
Operating road compactor and various other pieces of equipment
Performs maintenance on streets, structures, and storm sewers, cemetery, water mains, manual labor operations
Reads water meters on an assigned route and records readings
Checks to see that meters are functioning properly
Uses hand held computers, preparing simple work reports
Performs snow removal and street sweeping operations as needed