Utilities Support Worker I (Utility Operations)

Anne Arundel County•Utility Operations, MD

About The Position

This is a full-time, permanent, safety-sensitive entry-level position in Utility Operations, Department of Public Works. The employee performs manual labor and assists semi-skilled workers with the repair and maintenance of wastewater distribution and collections systems, usually as part of a crew. Work includes repairing damaged sewer pipes, operating vehicles and equipment, and testing, repairing, and maintaining wastewater system components. Training and instruction are provided by a supervisor or appropriate staff, and work is reviewed by a supervisor. The position involves heavy physical work, including lifting heavy pipes, operating equipment, and working in trenches. It also involves hazardous conditions, including confined spaces and possible exposure to contagious diseases. Employees work in all types of weather and must be able to respond to work emergencies outside scheduled hours. Employees may interact with County employees and respond to public inquiries about the work being performed. The position requires a CDL with tanker endorsement within six months of employment. Employees are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance and Alcohol testing. Longevity pay is available based on years of service.

Requirements

High school graduation.
At least six months of experience in repair, maintenance, and construction work.
Valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
Obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) with tanker endorsement within six months of employment.
Ability to learn skills required to repair and maintain wastewater distribution and collections systems.
Ability to learn to prepare trenches in accordance with safety regulations and construction standards.
Ability to acquire knowledge of vehicles, power equipment, tools, and testing devices used to operate wastewater facilities and structures.
Ability to learn to read blueprints and schematics.
Ability to use a computer and relevant software applications.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to lift heavy objects and materials.
Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and equipment.
Ability to work in hazardous conditions.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods under adverse weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a CDL with tanker endorsement.
Experience operating a combination jet/vacuum truck.
Knowledge and/or experience in maintenance, repair, and testing of wastewater system components.

Responsibilities

Perform manual labor repairing and maintaining wastewater systems, including digging and backfilling trenches.
Construct shoring; lay sewer pipes; cut pipes to specified measurements; and connect replacement pipes using specialized clamps and couplings as instructed.
Learn to drive a dump truck with a trailer used to haul a backhoe and to operate a front-end loader.
Safely operate power equipment and hand tools, including chain saws, pipe saws, jackhammers, picks, shovels, and rakes.
Receive instruction in the repair and maintenance of gravity and pressure mains and connections, grinder pumps, septic tanks, and pumping stations.
Operate sewer-cleaning equipment; check manholes; patch holes; repair construction areas; and clean main sewer lines and wet wells.
Receive instruction in the use of a rodder truck to clean mains with rods, cutters, and spears.
Operate valve-testing equipment, exercise valves, and conduct tests to determine operating condition as instructed and trained.
Operate vehicles and equipment during snow-removal operations.
Perform related duties as required.
Respond to work emergencies outside scheduled hours.