Maintenance/Construction Operator (DU)

City of Dothan•Dothan, AL

About The Position

This position assists with the maintenance and construction of the City of Dothan’s wastewater collection and/or water distribution systems. Work includes supporting crews in building, repairing, inspecting, and maintaining water and sewer infrastructure and related facilities, responding to customer concerns and emergencies, and documenting work in the Cityworks work-order system. The role operates under general instructions, with completed work spot-checked for accuracy and compliance. The position has no supervisory or management responsibility. The job involves working in an office, at department facilities, and outdoors, including occasional cold or inclement weather. Employees may encounter heavy traffic, noise, dirt, dust, grease, moving machinery, contagious or infectious diseases, and irritating chemicals. Protective equipment such as masks, goggles, and gloves is required. A physical agility examination is scheduled for December 1, 2026; applicants must self-schedule an examination slot if invited.

Requirements

Graduation from a standard senior high school or GED equivalent recognized by the USDE or CHEA.
Valid operator’s driver license and an acceptable driving record.
Obtain a Class A Commercial Driver License within 120 days of employment, promotion, transfer, or demotion to the position.
Within six months of employment, promotion, demotion, or transfer, be able to report to the regular workstation within 30 minutes of notification in an emergency or standby situation.
Be available by phone within 30 days of employment, promotion, demotion, or transfer because of call-out requirements.
Meet the City of Dothan’s employment physical standards, including drug and alcohol testing.
Submit to drug and alcohol testing under City policy, including pre-employment and ongoing testing.
Undergo background investigations, which may include criminal, credit, past-employment, and reference checks.
Ability to use hand and power tools and job-related construction equipment.
Ability to solve problems, prioritize and plan, maintain interpersonal relations, and communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to operate computers and learn Microsoft Office, Cityworks, and GraniteNet.
Knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements for wastewater collection and/or water distribution.
Knowledge of OSHA guidelines; water distribution and/or wastewater collection construction and maintenance methods; and city and department policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Six months of recent experience installing, repairing, and inspecting utility work involving water or sanitary sewer systems, or plumbing and pipe work associated with water or sewer systems.
A certificate of satisfactory completion or graduation from a vocational high school program.
A diploma or certificate of completion from an accredited technical college in welding, plumbing, pump maintenance, mechanics, electrical work, or a closely related field.
Military training in welding, plumbing, pump maintenance, mechanics, electrical work, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

Assist crews with construction, repair, and maintenance of sanitary sewer and/or potable water distribution lines, and assist contract crews as needed.
Help clear rights-of-way by removing debris, trees, and brush to provide access to main lines, force mains, and manholes.
Assist with inspection, construction, installation, and maintenance of manholes, wastewater flow meters, pumping stations, water meters, fire hydrants, water and sanitary sewer lines, and new water and sewer taps as assigned.
Cut asphalt and streets to make repairs or install new lines.
Meet with customers to exchange information and resolve problems; check for leaks, odors, and other issues.
Locate underground utilities, including water and sewer lines.
Assist in monitoring the SCADA system to identify problems or issues requiring a response.
Perform work in compliance with ALDOT and other work-safety guidelines.
Respond to storm or outage emergencies, maintain related logs, and assist with FEMA documentation.
Respond to after-hours calls concerning wastewater collection and/or water distribution system situations.
Act as a first responder to hazardous situations and make the area safe for entry by public safety personnel and the public.
Assist with sanitary sewer overflow response according to EPA and ADEM guidelines, including photographing, cleaning and sanitizing areas, obtaining GPS coordinates, posting public notifications, determining causes, and making repairs.
Assist with operating CCTV and vac-truck equipment to inspect and maintain sanitary sewer lines as assigned.
Assist engineering staff with drawings and blueprints for water line and meter installations as assigned.
Disinfect water mains after installations or repairs to protect the water system and public health.
Complete Cityworks work-order reports containing data from pumping station operation, maintenance, and repair.
Perform related duties.