SENIOR UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER

CITY OF FAIRBURN•Fairburn, GA

3d•$31 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Fairburn is seeking an experienced, skilled professional that has extensive experience performing complex manual work functions associated with the construction, repair and maintenance of water, sewer, and storm water system and performing the daily operations of the city’s water, sewer, and storm water division. Serves as a lead worker. Reports to the Water & Sewer Superintendent. This position is responsible for performing complex manual work functions associated with the construction, repair and maintenance of water, sewer, and storm water system and performing the daily operations of the city’s water, sewer, and storm water division. Serves as a lead worker. Reports to the Water & Sewer Superintendent.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
eight (8) years of related experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of utility systems, facilities, and water and sewer distribution lines and equipment
any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess a valid State of Georgia driver’s license
Must have a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as defined by City Personnel Policy.
Requires an acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check and an acceptable driving record.
Requires satisfactory results from a pre-employment alcohol and controlled substance testing.
Requires pre-employment medical evaluation and satisfactory results from a pre-employment alcohol and controlled substance testing in accordance DOT federal regulations.
Knowledge of basic principles of lead work and training.
Knowledge of water, sewer, and storm water systems.
Knowledge of all aspects of water and sewer line repair.
Knowledge of the methods and procedures necessary to disassemble, repair parts of, and reassemble water and sewer lines, pumps and equipment
Knowledge of basic arithmetic operations.
Knowledge of computer data entry systems and word processing applications.
Knowledge of basic principles and practices for providing customer service, to include meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Knowledge of the department’s service area.
Skill in using tools necessary for water and sewer line repair and installation.
Skill in utilizing a personal computer with word processing, spreadsheet, and related software to effectively complete a variety of financial tasks with reasonable speed and accuracy.
Skill in effectively responding to and resolving complex inquiries and disputes.
Ability to read maps as well as utilize a global position system unit and the geographic information system.
Ability to work in a team-based environment
Ability to plan and organize daily work routine in a variety of field conditions.
Ability to exchange information for the purpose of clarifying details within well-established policies, procedures and standards.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, by using correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Ability to use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate situations and exercise good judgment to make appropriate decisions
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to establish and maintain tactful, courteous, and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public.
Ability to plan and organize daily work routine and establish priorities for the completion of work.

Nice To Haves

State of Georgia Water Distribution Operator & Wastewater Collection System Operator license a plus.

Responsibilities

Leads, trains, and reviews the work of utility maintenance workers providing water, sewer, and storm water service in support of the City's utility service.
Serves as the lead worker while responding to and working to resolve a wide variety of difficult customer inquiries or complaints concerning water, sewer, and storm water; may direct work to the Utility Maintenance Workers.
Handle all routine and emergency maintenance on the water, sewer & storm water systems within the City in a timely manner.
Performs manual work functions and operates equipment associated with water, sewer, and storm water utilities.
Operates bush hog, backhoe, and other heavy equipment necessary to perform work.
Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use.
Meets with homeowners to identify and resolve water, sewer and/or storm water problems.
Meets with contractors to discuss placement of water meters, fire hydrants, etc.
Assists with maintaining the water and sewer department inventory; maintains records relating to inspection, maintenance activity, and repair of the storm water system.
Perform all locates GAUPC that are water sewer and/or storm water related.
Collaborates with the fire department to maintain fire hydrants.
Completes regular maintenance and repairs of water, sewer, and storm water system to ensure proper functionality.
Communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in operable condition; reports faulty equipment.
Operates and maintains assigned vehicles; initiates daily safety and general vehicle appearance checks, cleans vehicle and schedules preventative maintenance service.
Performs other related duties as assigned.