Field Maintenance Technician I

Town of Superior•Superior, CO

28d•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Superior is seeking motivated individuals to work outdoors providing hands-on support for the community. The Field Maintenance Technician I provides maintenance of the water, sewer and storm water systems, water meter installation, street maintenance, street sign installation and snow removal. Works under the supervision of the Field Maintenance Superintendent. Position is non-exempt under FLSA.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of two years of experience in transportation or utilities
Possess a Driver's License with a safe driving record for continued employment
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License within six months of employment
Knowledge of the functions of water system meters and related fixtures.
Knowledge of the techniques and materials used in the maintenance and repair of objects and facilities including but not limited to streets, gutters, sidewalks, storm drains, water and wastewater lines, and water system meters.
Knowledge of the uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment.
Knowledge of laws and safety related to vehicle operation, general construction tools and equipment.
Skill in the proper placement of cones, barricades and warning devices and proper methods of directing traffic flow at job sites.
Skill in operating all assigned equipment, machinery, and tools in a safe manner.
Skill in maintaining records and logs.
Skill in dealing tactfully and effectively with the public.
Skill in the safe and lawful operation of a motor vehicle.
Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and maps.
Ability to operate in a safe and proper manner all assigned equipment, machinery, tools and vehicles.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and solve problems both independently and within a group setting.
Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
Ability to handle conflicting requests for service in a diplomatic manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, and the general public.
Ability to use standard office equipment, personal computer and job-related computer application.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Performs water and wastewater pipeline maintenance.
Paints and inspects valves, valve caps, fire hydrants, meter pits and other water appurtenances.
Cleans sewer lines using jet/vacuum unit and assists in sewer line inspection for proper flow and integrity of overall sewer system.
Inspects and performs preventative maintenance on lift stations, ponds, drainage ways and ditch systems.
Reads water meters and records consumption noting unusual changes, location or malfunctions.
Identifies water equipment problems; activates and deactivates meters.
Inventories meter equipment; performs meter maintenance including pulling meters from vacant establishments.
Installs, maintains, and repairs meters including replacing defective meters and testing for accuracy.
Performs street maintenance and repair including but not limited to crack sealing and spreading paving materials.
Performs flagging, controls traffic and related functions at job sites.
Measures and lays out center lines, crosswalks and other line markings with a paint striper or spray gun.
Installs, maintains, and repairs street signs.
Performs minor, routine maintenance and inspections of assigned vehicles, tools and equipment.
Cleans up debris, brush and liter from rights-of-way, sidewalks, and Town facilities as needed.
Clears snow from rights-of-way, sidewalks, and Town facilities as needed.
May be on 24-hour on-call status, required to work overtime, evenings and weekends.