Maintenance Worker - ULM Sewer Line

About the position

Under direct supervision, performs various routine and repetitive tasks to construct, repair, and maintain the Town's water distribution, wastewater collection systems, and other water and sewer utility operations.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, maintains, and replaces water or sewer mains and/or service lines.
• Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs failures in water and sewer mains.
• Operates various construction equipment.
• Builds and adjusts manholes and clean-outs.
• Installs and repairs fire hydrants and valves.
• Prepares trenches.
• Rods and cleans sewer lines.
• Excavates water and sewer mains and services, exposing them for repair.
• Excavates trenches and ditches for the installation of new mains and/or service lines.
• Operates sewer cleaning equipment, as needed, to clean mains, services, manholes, and spills.
• Disassembles, cleans, repairs, replaces, and tests defective or worn parts on water meters.
• Maintains water leaks and sewer lines; installs and changes water meters and pit pads.
• Performs general maintenance duties to include completing work order tickets for each task performed.
• Operates various light to heavy construction equipment and tools.
• Conducts daily inspections and preventative maintenance measures of vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Identifies and informs supervisor of potential hazards, liability exposures, problem areas, public inquiries, and the status of work activities.
• Adheres to personnel, safety, and department policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required.
• Must have a valid state-issued driver's license, and the driving record must comply with Town policy.
• Related utility operation or equipment operation work experience is preferred.
• Must submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test and thorough background checks (including criminal history).

Nice-to-haves

• Skilled in operating heavy to light construction equipment, vehicles, small power tools, and equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Able to exercise good judgment; make competent decisions; handle multiple projects; meet deadlines; and work well under pressure and stress.
• Must work extensive hours and respond within 30 minutes to an on-call or emergency callback as required.