Public Works Utility Specialist Water/Sewer And Wells

City of Nichols Hills•Nichols Hills, OK

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Works Utility Specialist is a non-exempt, working supervisory position in the City of Nichols Hills Public Works Department. The position supervises special projects and crews and coordinates the operation of divisions involved in the construction and maintenance of public utilities, excluding Code/Planning. The role operates and helps maintain light and heavy equipment and vehicles, processes and assigns work orders, and coordinates materials with suppliers and vendors. Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather. It may involve heavy lifting, equipment operation, and work in confined spaces or on potentially hazardous surfaces. The employee may encounter dust, dirt, odors, water, vibration, loud noise, moving equipment, insects, poisonous plants, flying objects, and hazardous materials. New hires serve a one-year probationary period, with performance evaluations at six months and at the end of probation. Training is on the job and paid. Pay progression depends on demonstrated proficiency, expertise, and years of experience. This is designated as a safety-sensitive classification under Oklahoma law.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid Oklahoma driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record.

Nice To Haves

Class C water/wastewater DEQ certifications.
Class B CDL driver’s license.
Vocational-technical coursework in equipment or vehicle operation and maintenance.
Prior experience in construction or building trades.
Prior experience in municipal employment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the operations of divisions involved in construction and maintenance of public utilities, excluding Code/Planning.
Schedule inclement-weather activities for subordinate personnel.
Coordinate crews performing sanding activities during snow and ice periods.
Operate light and heavy equipment, including front-end loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, jet rodding equipment, asphalt equipment, and pickup trucks.
Assist with and oversee the maintenance of equipment and vehicles.
Process work orders, assign work, and ensure work is completed properly and on time.
Coordinate delivery of asphalt, concrete, sand, and other materials with suppliers and vendors.
Exercise supervisory control over special projects and crews.

Benefits

Uniform, safety boots, and safety equipment provided.
96 hours of sick leave per year, with a maximum balance of 960 hours.
88 hours of vacation per year during the first seven years; 128 hours per year after seven years.
12 regular holidays per year.
Wellness program with sick-leave buy-back and vaccine and wellness cash incentives.
Longevity pay eligibility for full-time City employees after two consecutive years of service.
Educational incentives of $50–$200 per month depending on degree.
License and certification incentives of $25–$125 per month.
Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500 per year.
Hazard pay of $3.00 per hour for non-exempt hourly employees during hazardous conditions.
Free Employee Assistance Program for employees, household members, and children outside the home up to age 26.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) plan option.
Workers’ compensation coverage effective on the first day of employment.
Enrollment in the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement System for full-time, non-uniformed employees beginning on their first day of full-time employment.
Credit union membership eligibility for full-time employees.
Group health and term life coverage eligibility for full-time employees, as determined by the insurance carrier.
Health insurance plans for employee, family, and dependent coverage, beginning after 30 days of employment.
Dental plan options for employee, family, and dependent coverage at reasonable rates.