Utility Maintenance Worker

City of North Platte•North Platte, NE

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled and skilled work and leads or works with a small crew installing and maintaining water pumping, transmission, and distribution systems and sanitary sewer collection systems, including lift stations. Receives supervision from an administrative or technical superior and a Senior Maintenance Worker. The position operates vehicles and equipment to construct, repair, clean, and inspect water and sewer systems; supports residential, commercial, and construction-related service work; responds to water and sewer emergencies; and maintains system records and equipment. Other work consistent with the essential elements of the job may also be assigned.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Progressive experience from entry level to the maximum of the classification, including considerable experience operating equipment and trucks assigned to the department.
Knowledge of operating requirements for equipment used to maintain and repair water and sewer collection, treatment, and distribution systems.
Knowledge of operational procedures for maintaining properly functioning water supply and distribution systems or sanitary sewer collection and treatment systems.
Knowledge of principles and practices of water distribution and sewerage collection system operations.
Ability to communicate in person, by telephone, and by two-way radio.
Ability to read and understand instructions, maps, location sketches, similar documents, and a computer screen.
Skill in using specialized tools and equipment normally used in the work, and ability to instruct workers in their use.
Possession of Grade 4 Water Certification.
Possession of a valid commercial driver's license as required by the State.

Responsibilities

Construct and repair sanitary sewer and water systems using a tractor backhoe, dump truck, skid steer loader, and utility truck; provide residential and commercial sewer and water taps.
Operate a jet flusher, dump truck, rodding equipment, and utility truck to clean and inspect sanitary sewers, including television inspections; descend into sewer manholes or trench excavations.
Complete work tickets detailing work performed.
Work with and supervise a small crew installing and repairing water mains, service lines, and sanitary sewer lines; tap mains; install and maintain fire hydrants and valves.
Inspect and maintain hydrants and valves in the water distribution system and repair them in the field.
Provide construction services for contractors and plumbers, including flushing, chlorination, and sampling of new mains; shutting down mains; installing tapping sleeves and valves; and installing or abandoning valves, hydrants, and service connections.
Repair water and sewer main breaks by locating breaks, removing paving, excavating mains, installing repairs, flushing mains, and repairing service connections.
Respond to after-hours water and sewer emergencies while on call.
Measure and record the locations of valves, curb stops, and manholes; take water samples.
Monitor a computer to control water and sewer systems.
Inspect, service, and repair lift stations, wells, and pumps; service and occasionally repair equipment; prepare areas and replace concrete and asphalt.
Perform other work consistent with the essential elements of the job.