Local Water and Sewer Utility Maintenance I

Village of Fox Lake•Fox Lake, IL

About The Position

The Village of Fox Lake is seeking a Utility Maintenance I for its Local Water & Sewer Department. The position assists with operating and maintaining the Village’s sewer and water services, including six groundwater wells, four elevated storage tanks, three iron filtration tanks, a booster station, and twenty-six sewer lift stations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Sewer and Water Supervisor. The employee does not supervise full-time employees. The role includes equipment and facility maintenance, water and sewer system checks, data and work-order documentation, grounds maintenance, and related manual labor. The employee interacts regularly with other Village employees and has minimal interaction with residents. The employee must be able to work weekends and holidays, be on call, and respond to calls during non-working hours. The position involves outdoor work and exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and occasional high or precarious locations, wet or humid conditions, extreme heat, noise, and vibration. Physical duties include operating tools, walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, occasional climbing or balancing, and lifting up to 100 pounds on occasion. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with a starting salary of $25.13 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates must hold a valid Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements, or be able to obtain one within six months of hire, and must pass the IEPA collection system certification within one year of hire. A pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screen are required after a conditional offer. A background investigation will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements, or ability to obtain the license within six months of hire.
Ability to pass the IEPA collection system certification within one year of hire.
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug/alcohol screen following a conditional offer of employment.
Ability to work weekends and holidays, be on call, and respond to calls during non-working hours.
Knowledge of computers and electronic data processing, and Department operations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in operating maintenance tools and equipment used by the position; communication, customer service, and organization; and proficiency with computer software and office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to perform arithmetic computations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; calculate volumes, flows, detention, velocities, loading, rates, percentages, and ratios; read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, Village maps, and procedure manuals; prepare accurate reports and correspondence; and interact tactfully with the public and coworkers.
Ability to perform the physical duties described, including regularly lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, frequently up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Technical training is desired.

Responsibilities

Install, clean, read, repair, or replace water meters.
Check meters, gauges, pumps, and control panels to verify equipment operation and record information.
Operate and maintain pumps, control panels, chlorinators, and chemical feed pumps.
Inspect lift stations and check them for proper operation.
Assist with locating and repairing sewer and water mains.
Maintain fire hydrants, well house structures, and water towers.
Clean and televise sewer mains.
Attend safety meetings and training and follow safety precautions and regulatory standards.
Assist with daily rounds and chemical testing.
Log completed daily maintenance and work orders and document required information.
Perform grounds maintenance and maintenance checks on Department vehicles.
Perform related duties and manual labor as assigned.
Mow, weed, and clear water and sewer locations, including well houses and pump stations, as needed.
Collect and enter data for the Village GIS system.
Assist with restoration work and repair and preventive maintenance of water and sewage pumps, motors, generators, and other mechanical or electrical equipment.
Complete other tasks assigned by the supervisor or Public Works Director.