Utility Maintenance Worker-Water
About The Position
The Utility Maintenance Worker is responsible for assisting with the installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution system. The position reports to the Utility Construction Supervisor and is in the Water Resource Management Department. It is a regular full-time, non-exempt position. The role includes assisting with water-system construction and maintenance, investigating and resolving customer complaints, maintaining inventory, tools, equipment, and vehicles, and operating relevant tools and equipment. The worker also participates in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergency callouts and performs other related duties as assigned. The work is typically outdoors and may involve cold or inclement weather. The employee may encounter noise, water, mud, dust, dirt, grease, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and machinery with moving parts. Protective devices such as masks, goggles, and gloves are required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Possess or be able to readily obtain ADEM Water Grade I Operator Certification within one year of employment.
- Possess a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Possess or be able to obtain a valid Alabama Class A Commercial Driver’s License within six months of employment.
- Knowledge of City and department policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of equipment, techniques, and supplies used in water distribution system construction and maintenance.
- Knowledge of City geography, including utility locations.
- Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of job-related tools and equipment.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and similar programs.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to deal with employees and the public effectively and courteously.
- Ability to work effectively with the public and coworkers.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters.
- Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
- Ability to work independently and with others, and to manage time effectively.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the maintenance and construction of the water distribution system.
- Investigate and resolve customer complaints.
- Maintain inventory, tools, equipment, and vehicles.
- Operate relevant equipment and tools to perform assigned duties.
- Serve in the on-call rotation for after-hours emergency callouts.
- Perform other related job duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
