Transmission & Distribution Operator-Truck Driver

City of Warwick•Warwick, RI

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Chief of Water, the Transmission & Distribution Operator-Truck Driver operates and maintains vehicles and equipment and performs laborer tasks necessary to Water Division operations. The role operates light motor equipment, including trucks and snowplows; operates equipment and assists with installing curb stops, water lines, hydrants, and other water-system components; transports personnel and materials; and performs laborer or semi-skilled laborer work. When not operating vehicles, the employee performs maintenance or light manual tasks and carries out other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and one year of related experience operating vehicles and equipment commonly used in excavation and construction, including routine vehicle maintenance; or a combination of substantially equivalent education and experience.
Must possess a Class B Rhode Island Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Must possess, or obtain within one year of appointment, a State of Rhode Island Class 1D Distribution License.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain vehicles and equipment used in Water Division operations.
Operate light motor equipment, including trucks and snowplows.
Operate equipment and assist with installing curb stops, water lines, hydrants, and other water-system components.
Transport personnel and materials.
Perform laborer or semi-skilled laborer tasks.
Perform maintenance or light manual tasks when not operating vehicles.
Perform other related duties as assigned.