Laborer - Water Main

City of Waukegan•Waukegan, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laborer assists with the Water Main Department’s day-to-day operations and performs installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair work on water infrastructure and equipment. Duties include working on piping, valves, and hydrants; responding to water main breaks and other infrastructure problems; locating underground water infrastructure; and assisting assigned staff and other Public Works divisions as needed. The position requires regular and irregular shifts and rotations to provide services around the clock, including weekends and holidays. Shifts are normally eight hours but may be extended because of emergencies, disasters, staffing shortages, workload, or work in progress. The employee must be willing to work rotating days off, varying shifts, overtime, and schedules affected by workload, emergency calls, and weather. The work involves strenuous manual labor and outdoor work in all weather conditions. It may also involve moving machinery and vehicles, confined spaces, excavations, elevated surfaces, loud noise, fumes, airborne particles, wet and dirty conditions, offensive odors, and flammables. The City of Waukegan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations as required by law.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of maintenance, construction, or related experience, or a combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
Class B CDL, or ability to obtain it within one year of hire.
Illinois Class C and Class D Public Water Supply Operator certifications, or ability to obtain them within two years of employment.
Pass a physical and drug test.
At least 18 years of age.
Able to work in a team environment and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Able to work rotating days off, shift work, weekends, and overtime when required.
Attend yearly training for recertification.
Computer literate and comfortable manipulating computer controls.
Able to read instruments, gauges, and meters and accurately interpret and record readings.
Able to understand complex instructions, perform multiple complex operations, and adjust to daily operating changes.
Able to learn quickly, carry out oral and written instructions, and perform duties with minimal supervision.
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
Able to operate required tools and equipment and follow workplace safety practices.
Base knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Able to perform strenuous tasks and work outdoors in all kinds of weather.
Frequently able to lift, push, or pull more than 80 pounds and occasionally more than 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist with the Water Main Department’s day-to-day operations.
Inspect and repair water infrastructure, including piping, valves, and hydrants, as directed.
Troubleshoot and repair water infrastructure problems, including water main breaks, vehicle-damaged hydrants, and leaking valves or hydrants.
Assist other Public Works divisions with assigned tasks.
Locate underground water infrastructure.
Assist assigned staff with installation, maintenance, and repair duties.
Install new equipment.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.
Work effectively with coworkers and supervisory staff.
Follow the City’s safety principles and practices and bring safety concerns or suggestions to management.