Maintenance Worker II - Utilities

City of Gainesville•Public Works Department, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City water and wastewater lines and facilities. This is the full journey level class within the Maintenance Worker series. Employees within this class perform a full range of duties as assigned under general supervision. This level receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Equipment Operator I level, or when filled from outside, require directly related work experience.

Requirements

One year of experience comparable to that of a Maintenance Worker I in the City of Gainesville.
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
Possession of valid driver’s license.
Possession of a Class A or B CDL, or ability to obtain within six (6) months if/when requested by supervisor.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of operation and use of a variety of tools and equipment.
Knowledge of principles and practices of equipment maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of standard procedures for assigned division.
Knowledge of property techniques for applying paint to various surfaces.
Knowledge of hazards associated with the work and proper safety precautions.
Knowledge of modern construction methods and practices.
Knowledge of techniques for mixing, pouring and finishing concrete.
Knowledge of lifting techniques for minimizing physical injury.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform physical requirements of the job.
Ability to perform work in an undesirable or hazardous environment including inclement weather, confined spaces, improper illumination and traffic.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to operate and use a variety of tools, machinery and equipment relevant to work assignments.

Responsibilities

Maintain system and repair problems occurring within the water distribution and wastewater collection system.
Dig up valves, water and wastewater lines; locate broken valves, water line leaks and breaks; assist in repairs; refill trenches after repairs have been made.
Fill water meter boxes with sand and gravel during rainy weather to improve drainage from meter box so that meters can be read.
Ensure that safety apparel is worn at all times and that safety rules and practices are observed in the performance of duties.
Assist in clearing wastewater lines and washing out wastewater lines and manholes.
Perform minor vehicle maintenance on assigned City vehicle.
Set and raise or lower water meter boxes; locate water valve leaks.
Respond to service calls concerning Water and Wastewater Utilities emergencies or problems on a stand-by basis, work to reduce state of emergency and correct problems, perform overtime duties as necessary or required in order to maintain proper functioning order as assigned.
Patching and repairing street surfaces.
Assist in installing water and wastewater taps for new service.
Perform meter pulls and service turn on/off for non-pays or repairs as requested.
Read water meters as directed, which includes driving to water meter locations; reading water meters on an assigned route; recording reading information on hand held meter device; reporting any abnormal readings, leaks, damages or tampering; loading/unloading hand-helds, printing related reports as needed and handling problems with hand held equipment as needed.
Perform re-reads on water meters when unusually low or high readings have been recorded.
Clear area around meter boxes for accessibility as necessary.
Assist in pulling meters and/or changing out meters as necessary.
Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
Perform related duties as assigned.